Project Manager

Hitachi • Pittsburgh, PA

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

Hitachi Rail is seeking an enthusiastic, self-motivated Project Manager who can thrive in a fast-paced environment and perform a broad range of administrative and strategic tasks. The position is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and is hybrid. The Project Manager oversees project planning, resources, costs, schedules, client relationships, safety, and quality assurance, ensuring contractual and technical requirements are met.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of project management experience.
• Working knowledge of safety and security, Buy America regulations, train control systems, passenger vehicles, communication systems, traction electrification systems, and rail system operation and maintenance.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• English proficiency.

Nice To Haves

• Previous project management experience working on rail industry projects.
• Experience in customer management, scheduling, planning, critical path analysis, change order management, risk management, cost estimation, and contract negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Become thoroughly familiar with the project's contractual obligations and technical aspects.
• Direct and review project planning to identify critical milestones and priorities.
• Determine and review budget estimates and staffing requirements for the defined scope and schedule.
• Manage and review assignments of manpower, materials, and equipment to maximize efficiency, maintain schedules, and meet budget goals.
• Help achieve project cost and schedule objectives, identify potential problem areas, and take preventive action to meet critical milestones in each project phase.
• Provide and present project status reviews to the client.
• Prepare and/or review cost and risk analyses and extra work claims for the client.
• Maintain a strong client relationship.
• Help ensure the project meets the client's safety and quality assurance requirements.
• Perform other appropriate responsibilities associated with the position.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Paid vacation.
• Flextime.
• Training and development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level