Senior Project Manager Pistoia

Senior Project Manager
Pistoia
Toscana, Pistoia

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And that's where you come in. DescriptionJob DescriptionWith the aim to reinforce its off-shore North America Project Management team, Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated, and experienced Project Manager to manage projects in the NA Region.

The successful candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic.

The resource will be based at Italian HR STS offices, either in Naples or in Pistoia.

The role requires availability for frequent business travel, both in Italy and in North America.

Fluency in English is essential.

The position reports to the Head of Program Management North America. Required Skills/KnowledgeProven 5+ years of working experience in project management in a complex multinational organizationExcellent team working attitudeAbility to develop strong, constructive relationships with internal and external stakeholdersStrong problem-solving skillsAble to work under pressure and meet tight deadlinesExcellent client-facing and internal communication skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsSolid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skillsA high level of competence with Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and ExcelProject Management Professional (PMP or IPMA) certification is a plusAccountabilitiesAccountability for the delivery of the project, meeting contractual requirements and delivering on budget, on quality and on time, ensuring customer satisfaction.

The Project Manager is ultimately accountable for Project profit and loss. The Project Manager ensures that project risks are correctly identified and managed.

With the support of the Risk Manager, the Project Manager manages the periodic update of project risks in accordance with internal risk management procedures and proposes contingency strategies to top management. The Project Manager manages the evaluation and allocation of project risk contingencies as needed and agreed with Team Members.

The utilization of contingencies is authorized by the Project Manager with the support of the Project Controller. The Project Manager is responsible for the relationship with the Customer, being its direct interface for all aspects related to project management.

Any direct contact between Project Team Members and the Customer must be coordinated by the Project Manager. Key activities and accountabilities include:Approving the master schedule and the second-level schedule issued by the Project Planner;Authorizing any change to the project baseline that impacts product costs, schedule, or contractual obligations;Managing requests for variation from the customer, from offer preparation to negotiation;Approving sub-contracts / Letter of Intent relevant to Key Sub-Supplies and RSBU Legal Entities before signature to ensure alignment with project budget, schedule, and contractual requirements;Managing Project Monthly and Quarterly Progress Reports and Meetings, including economic and financial progress reports issued by the Project Controller;Approving and managing all communications related to the project toward the customer;Managing and validating the invoicing plan;Managing the delivery of products to the customer;Leading the Project Team. Education/QualificationsBachelor's degree in an appropriate field (Engineering). LanguageExcellent English proficiency (written and spoken). Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail.

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