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Project Manager - Rolling Stock

Hagerstown, MD · Hybrid

$122K - $144K/yr

The Rolling Stock Project Manager will work closely with the Head of Program Management to ensure ... Graduate in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent technical background. PMP ...

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Project Manager - Rolling Stock

Project Manager - Rolling Stock

Hitachi, Ltd.

Hagerstown, MD • On-site

$122K - $144K/yr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Location:
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States
Job ID:
R0106635
Date Posted:
2025-09-19
Company Name:
Hitachi Rail USA, Inc.
Profession (Job Category):
Project/Program Management
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
About Us
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.
Job Description:
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 locations in the United States.
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.
• 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-Contractor management.
Education Required:
• Graduate in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent technical background. PMP® certification or equivalent, or able to obtain certification within twelve months of hire.
Languages:
Fluent in English.
Skills & Knowledge:
• Minimum of 3-5 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 20-30% of the time.
The preferred candidate will have a background in rolling stock manufacturing, maintenance, or another rail-related experience.
In accordance with the DOT's FRA and FTA programs, Hitachi's substance screening program tests pre-employment candidates and current employees, as required for safety-sensitive positions.
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.
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Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at https://www.hitachirail.com/careers
At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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About Hitachi Vantara

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Hitachi Rail is a fully integrated, global provider of rail solutions across rolling stock, signaling, service & maintenance, digital technology and turnkey. With a presence in 38 countries across three continents and over 13,000 employees, our mission is to contribute to society through the continuous development of superior rail transport solutions.

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Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Santa Clara, CA, US

Year founded

2017

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