Program Manager

Job Description Who will you be working with? Wabtec’s Digital Intelligence Signaling & Systems team is a recognized industry leader in the successful delivery of complex integrated system projects. These projects involve signaling, train control, communications, and back‑office solutions with a strong focus on project execution, schedule adherence, and customer satisfaction. How will you make a difference? As a Program Manager you are responsible for the end‑to‑end delivery of complex rail signaling and systems integration programs across North America within the Wabtec Digital Intelligence – Signaling & Systems (S&S) P&L. You will be responsible for the commercial, technical, and contractual performance of multi‑year transportation programs, including conventional signaling, CBTC, PTC, communications, SCADA, and multi‑system integration. You will operate within a matrix organization, leading cross‑functional teams and coordinating internal and external stakeholders (customers, primes, subcontractors, and suppliers) to deliver fully integrated rail systems in compliance with contractual, regulatory, and safety requirements. What do we want to know about you? Must have: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Project Management, or related field 5+ years’ experience in Project/ Program Management 5+ years managing multi‑year, complex regulated projects/programs We would love it if you had: Rail signaling systems Program management within a matrixed organization Program planning/management systems/tools Capacity planning, scheduling, budget, and execution Contract Management Cost control and forecasting Working with transit agencies / public sector clients Multi‑partner or consortium environments What will your typical day look like? Your key responsibilities will be: Program Delivery & Execution Lead full program lifecycle: bid support → execution → testing & commissioning → closeout Deliver programs: on schedule, within budget, in line with revenue, margin, and cash flow targets Ensure compliance with contract requirements, customer specifications (e.g., transit agencies, FRA/FTA processes), and Wabtec quality, safety, and governance standards Systems Integration Leadership (Critical) Lead delivery of integrated signaling and multi‑system architectures, including CBTC / ATC / PTC, wayside and onboard systems, communications (radio, fiber, network), SCADA / OCC / dispatch systems, traction power and OCS interfaces Ensure interface definition and control (ICDs), cross‑system integration planning and execution, coordination across engineering disciplines and external partners Commercial & Contract Management Own full contract performance, including scope management, change orders (identification, pricing, negotiation), cost, revenue, and margin performance Lead or oversee change order proposals (scope, cost, schedule, risk), customer negotiations and claims positioning Actively manage earned value / cost vs budget, forecasting (sales & cash), risk‑adjusted financial performance Risk & Opportunity Management Proactively identify and manage technical risks (integration, performance, safety), commercial risks (margin erosion, cost overruns, claims), schedule risks (critical path, dependencies) Develop and execute mitigation and recovery plans, escalates issues with clear recommendations and action plans Stakeholder & Customer Leadership Serve as the primary program interface to customers (transit agencies, authorities), consortium/primes (e.g., rolling stock OEMs, EPCs), key subcontractors and suppliers Build and maintain strong, long‑term customer relationships, lead executive‑level program reviews and communications Governance, Reporting & Reviews Lead internal and external reviews: monthly/quarterly program reviews, risk reviews, customer progress meetings Deliver high‑quality executive reporting, including schedule status, cost and margin performance, risk/opportunity status, key decisions and escalations, ensure traceability and auditability of program data and decisions Team Leadership (Matrix Organization) Lead cross‑functional teams across engineering, project controls, procurement, finance, field operations and commissioning Align internal and external resources to achieve program objectives, support development of program management best practices and talent Continuous Improvement Drive improvements in execution processes, forecast accuracy (cost, sales, cash), risk identification and mitigation, capture lessons learned and apply across programs Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met. Additional Information Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary range for this role is currently $120,000-150,000. 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr