Project Manager

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.

Who will you be working with?

Our best-in-class project management team has an overarching responsibility to deliver value for IT through collaboration, execution, and an understanding of business needs while driving large scale initiatives across IT.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of our Strategy & Operational Efficiency department, we are looking for an individual to join a best-in-class team of project managers. The Project Manager role reports directly into Enterprise Project Management and is responsible for planning, executing, coordinating and closing projects across a large and complex global IT function.

What do we want to know about you?

You must have:

• A minimum of 4 years’ experience in a Project Manager capacity working on projects closely related to IT
• 2+ years' experience in high change environments - digital transformation or Technical Project Manager working on projects closely related to IT operations
• Track record of helping evolve agile practices in environments with a mix of legacy and modern applications
• Experience leading geographically (globally) diverse teams through influence and best practices
• Proven expertise in using remote collaboration tools for communication (synchronous and asynchronous), brainstorming and tracking status
• Excellent communication skills with ability to relate with both technical and business professionals

We would love it if you had:

• Usage and experience with ServiceNow, ClickUp, VSTS, Jira, confluence or similar tool to plan and maintain agile workflows and work
• PMP/PRINCE2 certification

What will your typical day look like?

• Lead project planning sessions and create comprehensive project plans
• Consulting with staff members and identifying and managing anticipated resistance within each project to be delivered
• Creating communication and training plans to enable smooth implementation of the strategy.
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within scope and within budget
• Assist in preparing the annual budget, forecasting and timely payment of POs
• Develop and maintain detailed project documentation
• Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques
• Report and escalate to leaders as needed
• Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders
• Perform risk management to minimize project risks

What about the physical demands of the job? (Usual office job examples)

• Regularly remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
• Regularly communicating with others to exchange information
• Regularly required to attend meetings in person and virtually using video and audio computer equipment
• Regularly repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers, such as typing
• Occasionally moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another
• Occasionally light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds

Work Environment: (Usual office job)

• Hybrid work schedule (both on-site and remote)
• The employee will normally work in a temperature-controlled office environment, with frequent exposure to electronic office equipment. During visits to areas of operations, may be exposed to extreme cold or hot weather conditions. Is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and loud noise

No relocation assistance available for this role.

The salary range for this role is between $89,100.00-$126,900.00. 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. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include an annual bonus, if eligible.