Senior Project Planner

Location:Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States (inactive)Job ID: R0140335Date Posted:2026-08-03Company Name:HITACHI RAIL STS USA, INC.Profession (Job Category):Engineering & ScienceJob Schedule: Full timeWork Arrangement:HybridAbout UsA career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.Job Description:Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Senior Project Planner who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in Pittsburgh, PA.AccountabilitiesPlan the construction and commissioning work on day-by-day basisWork with company leaders and third parties to produce detailed plans for the Project activities and all planned deliverablesAssist Project Manager in producing project control reports including variation reports regarding time and budget as required by the Project ManagerAssist Project Manager with the attendance of meetings with the customer and subcontractors regarding scheduling and project issues, ensuring that company interests are fully representedMonitor work in progress to ensure that work is executed in compliance with the requirements of the contract and scheduleParticipate in the Change Order Management processExecution of other duties as directed by the Project ManagerRequired Skills & Experience:5-10 years of relevant Project Management and Project Planning experienceAbility to use Primavera P6Ability to use Microsoft ProjectStrong ability to understand and analyze dependency logic and project critical pathHighly motivated and adaptable to a time-sensitive environment in order to respond quickly and effectively to unanticipated high workloads, events and emergenciesMust be able to meet deadlines and effectively handle pressures associated with this roleAbility to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, employees, Project constituents, third parties and general publicDesired Skills & Experience:3 years of experience with rail construction projects2 years of experience with large infrastructure construction projectsExperience with schedule analysis tools (Ex. TILOS, Acument FUSE, Other)Excellent understanding of project management techniques, in addition to effective planning and scheduling skills.Excellent communication and influencing skills in liaising with project stakeholders in the development of project schedules, while identifying milestones and critical paths4 years degree in Business or Engineering2 -3 years experience in Railway Systems/ Signaling projectsEducation: Bachelor’s Degree in Business or EngineeringLanguages:Written and spoken English proficiencyIn accordance with the DOT’s FRA and FTA programs, Hitachi’s substance screening program tests pre-employment candidates and current employees, as required for safety-sensitive positions.Benefits:Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, a Retirement Savings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a number of Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities.#LI-CG1Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesIf you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at Hitachi, please send the nature of request and contact information to View email address on click.appcast.io other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at .At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.We would be delighted if you would be one of our followers at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United StatesType: Full time