Project Manager

Location: Naples Campania Italy Job ID: R Company Name: Hitachi Rail S.p.A. Profession (Job Category): Other Job Schedule: Full time OverviewHitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Project Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in Naples, Italy. About UsA 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. AccountabilitiesThe Project Manager is accountable 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 strategy to top management. The Project Manager manages the evaluation and allocation of project risk contingencies as needed and agreed with Team Members. Contingencies are utilized with the support of the Project Controller and are authorised by the Project Manager. 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. The Project Manager coordinates the Deputy Project Manager and Project Assistant during execution. Key Activities and AccountabilitiesApprove the master schedule and the second level schedule issued by the Project Planner Authorize any change to the project baseline that impacts product costs, schedule, or contractual obligations Manage requests for variation from the customer, from offer preparation to negotiation Approve sub-contracts / Letters of Intent relevant to key sub-supplies and to RSBU Legal Entities before signature to ensure alignment with project budget, schedule, and contractual requirements Manage the Project Monthly and Quarterly Progress Reports and Meetings, including financial progress reports issued by the Project Controller Approve and manage communications related to the project toward the customer Manage the invoicing plan Manage the delivery of products to the customer Lead the Project Team Required Skills / KnowledgeProven 10 working experience in project management in a complex multinational organization Excellent team working attitude Ability to develop strong constructive and focused relationships with internal and external stakeholders Strong problem solving skills Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines High competence with Microsoft Office; excellent PowerPoint and Excel skills Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking Project Management Professional (PMP or IPMA) certification is a plus Education / QualificationsBachelors degree in appropriate field (Engineer). LanguagesEnglish (level C1 certificate or more). We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those under consideration will be contacted. Hitachi Rail is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We would be delighted if you would be one of our followers on LinkedIn and learn more about Hitachi Rail and our latest jobs. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion and world view. Our commitment is to create an inclusive environment. Key SkillsProject Management Methodology, Project / Program Management, Construction Estimating, Construction Experience, PMBOK, Visio, Construction Management, Project Management Software, Microsoft Project, Project Management Lifecycle, Contracts Employment TypeFull-Time Experienceyears Vacancy1#J-18808-Ljbffr