Project Manager

Wabtec•Greenville, SC

3d•$79,100 - $112,800•Onsite

About The Position

TransTech, part of the Wabtec global group of companies focusing on freight, locomotive, and the passenger rail industry is a leading manufacturer of moving electrification systems for passenger and industrial markets. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead projects for our transit business. This is a challenging and rewarding role within TransTech, with the ability to see and work with many of the leading transit authorities and car builders within the passenger rail transit industry. The ideal candidate for this position will be innovative, organized and hands-on, with good business and financial acumen, a natural curiosity, and desire to excel. As a member of the Project Management team, you will be responsible for leading complex technical and commercial projects in the passenger rail industry. You will manage cross-functional teams, develop comprehensive project master plans, and drive customer satisfaction through strategic project execution. You will be expected to take full ownership of all aspects of your projects—technical, commercial, and operational. Key functions for this position are: Internally, act as the advocate for the customer; externally, serve as TransTech’s representative with car builders and transit authorities. Collaborate closely with engineering, manufacturing, sales, marketing, supply chain, and customer support to ensure products and services are accomplished efficiently, on time, and with excellence. Communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders. You will be responsible for every aspect of project success—from planning and execution to customer satisfaction and financial performance. While you will not have direct reports, you must lead cross-functional teams through influence, stakeholder alignment, and clear communication. You’ll be expected to drive accountability, resolve challenges, and inspire collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, sales, and field support.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required (engineering or technical discipline preferred)
Minimum 5 years of Project Management or equivalent experience
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects
Commercial and business acumen with entrepreneurial mindset
Proactive problem-solving skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP systems
Detail-oriented with strong interpersonal abilities
Ability to motivate and lead cross-functional teams without direct authority
Strong analytical and conceptual skills with mechanical aptitude.
Familiarity with general manufacturing and assembly processes.

Nice To Haves

Passenger rail industry experience
Multi-national corporation experience
PMP Certification
Rail transit experience preferred (hands‑on with engineered products and services is a plus).

Responsibilities

Manage multiple projects for new products and services from inception through delivery and customer acceptance
Manage contract to ensure project scope meets the customer specification and serve as company liaison to customer
Drive project success and customer satisfaction
Develop project schedule and manage to ensure project meets customer milestones and project deliveries on time.
Optimize project margins and profitability by managing project costs
Manage project Risk and Opportunity and Contract Improvement Plan
Manage and refine the tollgate-based new product introduction process
Lead project reviews both internally and with customers; escalate issues to senior management when needed.
Facilitate cross-functional team collaboration
Work with production team to drive resolution for manufacturing issues.
Ensure high-quality project delivery
Lead technical and commercial project aspects
Develop and validate project master plans
Conduct risk and opportunity analyses
Coordinate production and supply chain activities
Manage project financial performance
Ensure contract deliverables are fulfilled
Maintain customer relationships
Report project progress internally and externally
Manage projects for new products and services from inception through delivery and customer acceptance.
Develop and manage detailed schedules to meet customer milestones on time.
Manage and refine the tollgate‑based New Product Introduction (NPI) process.
Lead claim management and contract variations; maintain a Contract Margin Improvement Plan (CMIP).
Manage project core teams to meet all technical deliverables; interface with Design Engineering to develop/modify products to meet customer requirements.
Interface with customers to establish, negotiate, and manage product/system technical requirements.
Maintain accurate documentation for schedules, risks, issues, changes, and financials; communicate status clearly and proactively.