Project Manager

Hitachi Rail; Toronto; On-site; CAD 116,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision plans

Retirement Savings Plan with company 1

Paid holidays (3 weeks)

Life and accident Insurance

Flexible work arrangements & training

Job summary

Hitachi Rail is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead multidisciplinary teams delivering critical train control solutions. The role requires developing plans, securing resources, and delivering projects on time and within budget while coordinating with internal stakeholders and clients.

Applicants should have a strong background in CBTC systems, 10+ years PM experience, and excellent leadership and communication skills in international environments.

Qualifications

• University degree in Engineering (Electrical, Telecommunications, or Informatics) or equivalent.
• 10+ years of project management experience in a related industry.
• Strong CBTC railway signalling domain knowledge.
• Experience leading international, multidisciplinary teams.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules and risks.
• Fluent in English; able to work in international environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary team to deliver train control projects on time and within budget.
• Develop project plans, schedules and resource plans.
• Manage client expectations and report status to management and clients.
• Assess risks and approve mitigation expenditures.
• Ensure adherence to company processes and safety standards.

Skills

Program management

CBTC signalling

Leadership

Budgeting & risk management

Cross-cultural collaboration

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Clear communication

Education

Engineering degree (Electrical/Telecommunications/Informatics)

Job description

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.

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

As a Project Manager, the Incumbent will be responsible for project activities to ensure their successful delivery and will need to effectively lead a multidisciplinary team of experts to safely deliver vital train control solutions, while working within the confines of established processes and norms.

As part of the role, the Incumbent will also develop project plans / schedules and drive the teams to deliver on their commitments on time and within budget. They will often need to engage others within the organization to secure appropriate resources for the work and regularly prepare and present status reports for both internal management and the customer.

Key Accountabilities

• To implement and manage projects in accordance with contractual requirements and company processes. Furthermore, to be charged with overall performance/schedule compliance, cash flow and budget of the project while ensuring quality and safety standards are maintained.
• To strategically manage client’s expectations and wants with respective to what is achievable within the company’s overall business.
• To evaluate the need for out of scope work in-light of strategic project gains. Enforcing policies and procedures to ensure no unauthorized work is being conducted.
• To be able to evaluate and report on project “Estimates to Complete” in accordance with company practices thus providing clarity on cost exposures and future labour needs.
• To possess an ability to review and input into the project Risk List to allow visibility on business exposure. Once risks are established, to be responsible for decisions on expenditures of mitigation monies to support the most advantageous option for the company and project’s benefit and success.
• To possess the ability to show vision and direction from a leadership perspective, thus fostering a single path for the whole project team. Furthermore to show strength with compassion creating an environment where the project team is motivated and focused on the objective.
• To display strong communications skills ensuring clarity with senior management, the client and the project team.

Key Requirements

• 10 years of experience in related industry or from technical/aerospace field
• 10 years of experience as a project manager
• University degree in Engineering (Electronic, Telecommunications, or Informatics) or equivalent experience gained through professional practice.
• Strong technical expertise in Communication-Based Train Control (CBTC) railway signalling systems.
• Demonstrated experience handling high-complexity projects in challenging contexts, including multicultural and international settings, with a focus on multi-disciplinary technical aspects.
• Proven ability to organize and coordinate multiple, international remote teams effectively.
• Self-disciplined, proactive, and entrepreneurial, with a strong commitment to achieving targets and a rigorous work ethic.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.
• Solid understanding of budgeting, financial management, and risk assessment.
• Fluent in English, capable of working effectively in international and multicultural environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification or equivalent is highly desirable.

Salary : $115,976 - $148,923

The Company provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 24 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:

• Health, Dental and Vision plans - 100% of premiums are company-paid
• Retirement Savings Plan with a company match
• Company paid holidays - 3 weeks of vacation
• Company provided Life and accident Insurance, LTD
• Worklife programs such as Flextime and a variety of Development and Training opportunities

This posting relates to an existing vacancy.

Our hiring process uses both human and technology‑assisted (AI) tools to support candidate screening and assessment. All results are reviewed by people, and all hiring decisions are made by people.

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.