Senior Project Planner

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 102,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision

Retirement plan with company match

3 weeks vacation

Life and disability Insurance

Flextime

Training opportunities

Job summary

Hitachi Rail Canada Inc. in Toronto, Ontario, is seeking a Senior Project Planner to develop, maintain and manage project schedules, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and provide insights to drive decision-making for on-time delivery.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field, experience in engineering/construction/manufacturing scheduling, and proficiency with Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a relevant field.
• Certification in project planning and scheduling (e.g., PMI‑SP) is highly desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; fluency in English is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules using designated planning tools.
• Monitor project progress and performance, ensuring alignment with planned milestones and project goals.
• Analyze and identify risks, delays, or challenges that may impact project execution, and provide recommendations for mitigation.
• Collaborate with project managers and cross‑functional teams to coordinate schedules and ensure resource availability.
• Prepare and present accurate project reports, detailing progress, risks, and variances to stakeholders and management.
• Continuously evaluate scheduling metrics to improve processes and enhance forecasting accuracy.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job Details

• Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
• Company Name: Hitachi Rail Canada Inc.
• Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science
• 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

The Senior Project Planner will play a critical role in the successful delivery of projects, responsible for developing, maintaining, and managing project schedules to ensure timely completion. The role requires collaborating with cross‑functional teams, analyzing potential risks, and providing insights to drive decision‑making. This individual will serve as a pivotal point of contact for project reporting and planning, contributing to the efficient execution of company objectives.

Key Accountabilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules using designated planning tools.
• Monitor project progress and performance, ensuring alignment with planned milestones and project goals.
• Analyze and identify risks, delays, or challenges that may impact project execution, and provide recommendations for mitigation.
• Collaborate with project managers and cross‑functional teams to coordinate schedules and ensure resource availability.
• Prepare and present accurate project reports, detailing progress, risks, and variances to stakeholders and management.
• Continuously evaluate scheduling metrics to improve processes and enhance forecasting accuracy.

Key Requirements

• Strong proficiency in project scheduling software (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project).
• Demonstrated experience in project planning within an engineering, construction, or manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in analyzing and interpreting complex data to forecast project outcomes.
• Solid understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a relevant field required.
• Certification in project planning and scheduling (e.g., PMI‑SP) is highly desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; fluency in English is mandatory.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in planning large‑scale projects within a matrix organisational framework.
• Background in risk management or control systems is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines while managing multiple priorities.
• Advanced knowledge of analytics and reporting tools.
• Proficiency in additional languages will be considered an advantage.

Base Salary

Base Salary : $101,772 - $128,825

Benefits

• 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
• a variety of Development and Training opportunities

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

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.

Company Culture

At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons. We would be delighted if you would be one of our followers at https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail

Additional Resources

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