DGM - Project Management

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.

Key missions of the position :

• The Project Manager is accountable to successfully execute the project, as a lead (or intercompany entity) on time, on

budget, in scope in accordance with Wabtec Policies, looking for profitability improvement, ensuring quality of execution

and Customer satisfaction.

Project Management Office, if applicable, as per organisation.

implementation and is accountable for the strict and efficient application thereof. He / she works within the guidelines,

policies and mission of the organization and will be responsible for his / her specific projects as assigned.

Main responsibilities :

Review the scope of the project in collaboration with the Sales Team.

In line with Wabtec Processes, create a Project Execution Plan (Project Charter), Master Plan and a detailed Project

plan which identifies and sequences the activities needed to successfully complete the project

Directly manage the assigned project core team and other business units across geographies, where applicable, to

ensure the project meets deliverables & achieves expected business results.

Review the performance weekly and conduct regular team meetings.

Ensure compliance of resources with project execution plan and escalate, as per any issues to Site Project Director.

Review the project schedule with senior management and all other stakeholders that will be affected by the project

activities.

Determine the objectives and measures (KPI’s) upon which the project will be evaluated at its completion.

Manage the Contract and lead Relations with the Customer (external and / or internal).

Facilitate Project Core Team interactions and manage project Key Execution processes.

Working closely with other stakeholders and sub project teams to ensure proper interfacing and alignment in the

overall project plan.

Lead and contribute to Project Reviews internally and with the Customer.

Monitor cost with the support of Project Controller to ensure the execution of the project within the approved budget

and profitability Forecast.

Based on Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS), manage the cost to complete and cost to control.

Contribute to Cash Flow and Operating Working Capital, monitor Cash-In projections including Overdues. Report the

actual and any variances to the Project Director on a regular basis.

Identify, manage and control Project Risk & Opportunity and Contract Margin Improvement Plan, proposing Mitigation

actions and Capture plan.

Responsible for Claims Management and resolving of internal and external issues.

Providing status update to the key stakeholders via regular meetings and reports

Obtain Customer sign-off on completed deliverables and formal Customer acceptance of project completion.

Initiating, recording, managing and resolving project issues and escalating when needed to the Project Director and

Senior Management, as requested.

Responsible for final documentation gathering and storage / archiving in project documentation system

People Management : No

Budget Management : No

Required Candidate Profile

Education / Training : Bachelor or Master’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from a tier 1 or 2 University / College. Exposure in

Business Management / Administration and / or similar will be preferred. PMP certification will be an added value.

Professional Experience : More than 12 years of industry experience of which minimum 7 years should be in Project Management in an engineering plus-

manufacturing environment including with teams across geographies (Europe, USA, Australia etc). Personnel with Experience of working in a rail industry will be preferred.

Key Competences (Transversal / Professional)

Competence & Level

Leadership skills Manage Teams across geographies; high energy and influencing ability

Ability to lead problem-solving; ensure timely decision making, accountability

Lead by example, manage and resolve conflict

Effective time management Should be able to manage multiple projects at the same time

Customer focus Strong Quality mindset to ensure Customer Satisfaction

Understand Customer’s needs, their business context and become their face inside the organization

Project Management knowledge & skills Strong knowledge on planning & project management tools; ability to learn products & technologies

Financial acumen Strong knowledge on project financials (Sales, Contract Margin, Cash, Cost, Warranty...), R&O Management

Communication management Strong communication skills, stakeholder management ability

Languages

Proficiency in English is mandatory. Ability to speak other European languages is added value.

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.