Project Chief

Overview

It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Who will you be working with?

Our best-in-class project management team has an overarching responsibility to deliver value for Wabtec IT through collaboration, execution, and an understanding of business needs while driving large scale initiatives across IT.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of our Strategy & Operational Efficiency department, Wabtec is looking for an individual to join a best-in-class team of project managers. The Project Manager role reports directly into Enterprise Project Management and is responsible for planning, executing, coordinating and closing projects across a large and complex global IT function.

What do we want to know about you?

• Strong experience in a Project Manager capacity working on projects closely related to IT.
• Experience in high change environments - digital transformation or Technical Project Manager working on projects closely related to IT operations.
• Track record of helping evolve agile practices in environments with a mix of legacy and modern applications.
• Experience leading geographically (globally) diverse teams through influence and best practices.
• Proven expertise in using remote collaboration tools for communication (synchronous and asynchronous), brainstorming and tracking status.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to relate with both technical and business professionals.
• Usage and experience with ServiceNow, ClickUp, VSTS, Jira, Confluence or similar tool to plan and maintain agile workflows and work (preferred).
• PMP/PRINCE2 certification (preferred).

What will your typical day look like?

• Lead project planning sessions and create comprehensive project plans.
• Consulting with staff members and identifying and managing anticipated resistance within each project to be delivered.
• Creating communication and training plans to enable smooth implementation of the strategy.
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects.
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within scope and within budget.
• Assist in preparing the annual budget, forecasting and timely payment of POs.
• Develop and maintain detailed project documentation.
• Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques.
• Report and escalate to leaders as needed.
• Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders.
• Perform risk management to minimize project risks.

A strong candidate has been identified, but that all interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Who are we?

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.

Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more

Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:

Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.

To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.

We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

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