Project Manager

Who will you be working with? Our best-in-class Project Management team drives success by bridging our customers to our development teams. We shepherd initiatives from idea to implementation. Here you will interact daily with internal and external stakeholders to manage cost, scope, and schedule. This position has program responsibility within a matrixed origination and plays a critical role in project delivery. How will you make a difference? As a member of the Project Management group/division, you will be responsible for overseeing commercial and technical delivery of projects within the Logistics & Analytics business. This role reports to the Senior Manager of Program Management and supports the Logistics team by managing the project schedules, cost, scope and risks, as well as being the central communication hub between all internal and external stakeholders. What do we want to know about you? BS Degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related field Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Project/Program Management PMP certification is desired Bilingual (English and Spanish) is desired Experience with SaaS project management is desired Proven experience in project / program management within a matrixed organization Experience with program planning and software management systems/tools. Particular emphasis on capacity planning, scheduling, budget, and execution Proven experience in managerial and technical communication Excellent verbal and written communication skills, that convey confidence, credibility, and composure in all interactions Demonstrated leadership abilities, leading through influence. Excellent computer skills - Windows suite of products, Jira, Rally What will your typical day look like? Manage program to deliver on time, within budget, meet revenue & margin targets, and meet contractual obligations. This includes managing a cross-functional team to ensure on-time delivery. Leverage communication and influencing skills to achieve success in matrixed environment. Create and maintain a comprehensive project plan for all work contemplated for assigned customers, including work currently underway and future work. Lead the communication of project status and deliverables both internally and to customer. Adhere to customer and industry standards / specifications, while keeping within Wabtec’s quality standards Lead efforts to identify risks, develop plans and apply countermeasures to improve our position. Communicate issues and opportunities, including proposed plans and recommendations to resolve. Manage contract, project scope, risk, and Change Orders (CO) Represent the company as customer program interface. Maintain detailed notes and track the status of all required meeting actions Optimize customer relationships throughout the program life cycle. Foster long-term, customer centric relationships. Responsible for development of high-quality written reports / presentations for management and customer reviews. Lead resource, Wabtec management and customer reviews - project status, risk management, schedule, budget, performance to plan, etc. Travel as needed to/from intercompany, supplier, and customers offices. Lead by example by personally embracing and integrating process continuous improvement. You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary. Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable). Additional Information Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $79100-112800 The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible. What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First? At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other. If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you. Who are we? Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike. Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at Culture powers us and the possibilities. We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more. Need accommodation? Just let us know - we’ve got you. #J-18808-Ljbffr Wabtec Corporation