Project manager / Project Manager

Role Summary

Who will you work with?

The project management team contributes to the success of projects by working with the various stakeholders and providing vigilance on the status of all project-related activities while supporting the various departments to ensure that the general objectives of the projects are respected.

How will you make the difference?

As a member of the project management team, the project manager is responsible for the overall performance of the contracts under his responsibility in terms of delivery times, budgetary control and compliance with contractual requirements.

The project manager ensures a good relationship between the client and the various stakeholders of each project assigned to him. The incumbent provides regular reporting to the client and the management team on the projects under his responsibility, including weekly and monthly reports, risk registers and key performance indicators and is in charge of the project plans.

Who will you be working with?

The project management team contributes to the success of projects by working with the various stakeholders and monitoring the status of all project-related activities, while supporting the various departments to ensure that overall project objectives are met.

Responsibilities

• What will your typical day look like?
• Produce project monitoring documentation, including master plans and project plans;
• Develop the specific schedule for each project based on the schedules of the various departments to ensure appropriate transmission of the different stages of the project and allow stakeholders to understand the critical paths;
• Achieving the goals and objectives of each project through a healthy relationship with all stakeholders;
• Ensure that the projects under his responsibility follow standard processes, that all project stages are executed on time and with the expected level of quality (completed information, action plans);
• Manage and monitor the relationship with clients through appropriate reporting, and regular meetings and conference calls;
• Specify, with internal teams, the scope of work before obtaining customer acceptance. The holder is responsible for explaining and justifying variations in mandates and ensuring that they are well defined with the client;
• Address customer dissatisfaction with the team and management of the organization to find solutions while respecting scope, budget and deadlines;

Develop an effective communications plan for each assigned project that enables European and North American stakeholders to share progress and challenges, understand and manage risks, respond to customer requests in a timely manner, and share knowledge and expertise through problem-solving exercises;

• In collaboration with the project teams, ensure that the potential risks linked to each project are clearly identified and quantified (impact, probability, costs, mitigation, etc.);
• Lead project monitoring meetings with management to report on progress, issues and opportunities for improvement, status of risks, current and future action plans, specific needs and objectives, financial situation, etc.
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• With the project teams, ensure effective management and compliance with the various budget items associated with the program;
• When items are late, work with teams to identify gaps and their causes, develop action plans to minimize impacts and avoid repeated delays, and find and implement permanent solutions.
• You may also be required to carry out other tasks outside your role or profession, for which adequate training will be provided to you if necessary.
• Wabtec offers a comprehensive benefits plan including vacation, medical, dental and retirement plan.
• Wabtec will only employ individuals legally authorized to work in Canada. Any offer of employment is conditional upon successful completion of a pre-employment screening.
• How will you make a difference?
• As a member of the project management team, the Project Manager is responsible for the overall performance of contracts under his responsibility in terms of timely delivery, budget control and compliance with contractual requirements.

The Project Manager also warrants a sound relationship between the customer and the various stakeholders of each project under his responsibility. The incumbent provides the customer and the management teams with regular project reports, including weekly and monthly reports, risk registers and key performance indicators, and is in charge of the Project plans.

• What will your typical day look like?
• Develops the project documentation, including master schedules and project plan.
• Develops the project specific schedules based on the schedules of the various departments to ensure appropriate transmission of the various milestones of the project and allow stakeholders to understand critical paths.
• Is responsible for achieving project goals and objectives through a sound relationship with all stakeholders.
• Is responsible to ensure that the projects follow the standard processes, ensuring that all projects go through the stages on time and with the quality level expected.
• Is responsible for managing and controlling the relationship with the customers through appropriate reporting, regular meetings, and conference calls.
• Clarifies, with the internal teams, the scope of the work before obtaining customer buy-in. The incumbent is responsible to explain and justify scope changes and ensures they are well defined with the customer.
• Addresses customer dissatisfactions with the teams and with management in the organization to find solutions while respecting scope, budget and schedule.
• Develops an effective communication plan for each of the projects under his responsibility, allowing all stakeholders to share progress and issues, understand and address risks, respond to customer requests in a timely manner, and share knowledge and expertise in problem-solving exercises.
• In collaboration with the project teams, ensures potential risks related to the projects are clearly identified and quantified (impact, probability, costs, mitigation, etc.).
• Leads project reporting meetings with management to report on progress, problems and opportunities for improvement, risks status, ongoing and future action plans, specific needs and objectives, financial status, etc.
• With the project team, ensures effective management and the respect of the different budget items associated with the project.
• When items on the schedule are late, works with the team to identify variances and their causes, develops action plans to minimize impacts and to avoid repeated delays, and finds and implements permanent solutions.
• You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.
• Wabtec offers a comprehensive benefits plan including vacation, health, dental, and retirement.
• Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in Canada for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in project management or program management;
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in the manufacturing or rail transportation field.
• Very good knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite and contract administration.
• Be a good motivator and team player, share your experience and expertise;
• Know how to demonstrate exemplary leadership, through respect for others, openness, honesty, mentoring, positive influence and flexibility;
• Must be bilingual, English and French;
• Available to travel to the United States on occasion;
• Valid driving license;
• PMP certification, an asset;

Knowledge of French is required for positions permanently located in Quebec so that the incumbent can communicate as necessary with colleagues and suppliers in Quebec. Training in French is offered to any holder of a permanent position in Quebec who does not have a good knowledge of French.

Other language requirement

• English is required for this position in order to be able to communicate with clients, partners and colleagues who are mainly located outside Quebec.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in project or program management.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in the manufacturing industry or rail transit.
• Excellent knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite and contract administration.
• Be a strong motivator and team player, know how to rally a team, share your experience and expertise.
• Demonstrates an exemplary leadership, by respecting others, openness, honesty, mentoring, positive influence and flexibility.
• Available to travel to the United States occasionally.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Knowledge of French is required for positions permanently located in Quebec so incumbents can communicate with their colleagues and partners in Quebec as necessary. French-language training is offered to all incumbents in permanent positions in Quebec who do not have a good knowledge of French.

Other language requirement

Fluent English is required for this position in order to communicate with colleagues, clients and partners (or suppliers) located outside Quebec and to understand the technical and scientific documentation available in fields relevant to our industry.

About the Company

Our commitment to promoting diversity

Wabtec is a global company that invests not only in our products, but also in our people by promoting diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and are proud to celebrate 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 this commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to recruit the world's brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone has the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and perspectives make us better.

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.

Informations complémentaires

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $83300-110400 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.

Nos intitulés de poste peuvent correspondre à plusieurs niveaux de carrière. Le salaire proposé pour ce poste se situe actuellement entre 83 300 $ et 110 400 $. Le salaire réellement offert au candidat peut varier en fonction de divers facteurs, tels que la formation, les compétences transférables, l'expérience professionnelle, le niveau d'études, les besoins de l'entreprise, la demande du marché et le lieu de travail. La fourchette salariale de base est susceptible d'évoluer.

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Si vous êtes prêt à révolutionner la façon dont le monde se déplace pour les générations futures, Wabtec est l’endroit qu’il vous faut.

Wabtec est un fournisseur mondial de premier plan d’équipements, de systèmes, de solutions numériques et de services à valeur ajoutée pour les secteurs ferroviaires de fret et de transport en commun.

With more than 150 years of experience, we lead in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation and productivity. Whether in freight, transportation, ports, logistics, mining, industry or marine, our expertise, technologies and people are together accelerating the future of transportation. With roots dating back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has consistently developed technologies and implemented solutions tailored to critical industries to meet the needs of customers and governments.

With approximately 30,000 team members around the world, we generate performance that moves the world forward. We are lifelong learners, driven by the constant desire to do better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com

Our culture propels us and opens possibilities

We believe that the best ideas are born from a mix of varied experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we work every day to create an environment where everyone finds their place. We are building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome talent from all backgrounds, experiences and identities – including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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