Project Manager - Rolling Stock

Description

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Hitachi Rail USA is seeking a Project Manager - Rolling Stock in support of our North American Vehicle projects. The Rolling Stock Project Manager will work closely with the Head of Program Management to ensure the accomplishment of onshore activities for the assigned projects. The position will be based in the Hagerstown, MD Area , with the ability for occasional remote work with some travel to our manufacturing plants in Italy and customer/supplier's locations in the United States and elsewhere.

Accountabilities include (but are not limited to):

Ensure the on time, on budget and on quality delivery of the assigned project.

Ensure target achievement of the assigned project in terms of Costs, Revenues, Margin and Cash-in; special focus on monitoring and keeping the invoicing plan as per budget and forecast.

Ensure positive Client relationships by ensuring a direct interface with the client.

Contribute to the promotion of business opportunities and manage the Change/Variation Orders.

Ensure contract claims preparation and disputes handling in accordance with contract provisions (e.g. identifying and applying any preventive/corrective action.)

Ensure the completion of specific assigned activities and tasks of the project (e.g. preparation of Payment Certificates; preparation of Variation Orders, updating of any Claims, etc.)

Manage risk by interfacing with the appropriate stakeholders, managing contingencies and authorizing of their release.

Manage the project schedule towards external (contractual) and internal stakeholders, overseeing the appropriate internal support functions.

Track and optimize defined KPIs throughout the assigned project.

Prepare and deliver monthly project progress reports and presentations to internal and external stakeholders.

Ensure analysis and records of Project documents and Contract administration (providing analysis, keeping records)

Ensure the preparation of Letters or reporting for the Project.

Ensure the management of Project document control in the project SharePoint.

Ensure Work in progress and accounts payable reporting and analysis.

Promote a Zero Harm culture through the implementation and communication of applicable EH&S Policies and Procedures.

Sub-Contractors daily management with special focus on USA located Vendors.

Required Skills/ Knowledge

Knowledge of manufacturing and industrial processes

Planning skills

Previous experience in Program Management or Planning

Teamwork skills and ability to manage teams in different locations

Knowledge of Microsoft office tools

Desired Skills/ Knowledge

Minimum of 5 years of experience managing projects.

Good collaboration and communication skills (written and verbal).

Experience working in a matrix organization.

Intercultural experience and collaboration with international team players.

Knowledge of Earned Value Management.

Willingness to travel 30% of the time.

Education/Qualifications and Relevant Experience in of years

Graduate in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent technical background.

PMP certification or equivalent, or able to obtain certification within twelve months of hire.

The salary range for this position is $122,222 to $144,528 per year. Final pay is determined by the candidate’s experience, skillset and ability level, internal equity and location.

Conditions

Hagerstown, Maryland, United States

Job ID:

R0145647

Date Posted:

2026-10-05

Company Name:

Hitachi Rail USA, Inc.

Profession (Job Category):

Project/Program Management

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Benefits

• Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, a Retirement Savings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a number of Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities.
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