Project Director

Siemens Mobility; New York (NY); Remote; USD 175,000 - 238,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Mobility is seeking a Project Director to oversee technical support and maintenance for railway vehicles across various sites in the U.S. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering and extensive project management experience, with responsibilities including managing customer relations and ensuring project compliance. The position allows for 100% telecommuting and requires 50% domestic travel.

Benefits

Incentive compensation

Health and wellness benefits

Paid sick leave

Parental leave

Flexible vacation

Qualifications

• 72 months of experience in project management or similar roles.
• Experience managing cross-organizational projects.
• Experience in maintenance management and project finances.

Responsibilities

• Oversee technical support and spares supply agreement for railway vehicles.
• Manage customer relations and lead discussions on scope, cost, and schedule changes.
• Track and optimize project metrics such as reliability, safety, and availability.

Skills

Project Management

Cross-Organizational Management

Maintenance Management

Financial Oversight

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering

Job description

Employer:

Siemens Mobility Inc.

Job Title:

Project Director [MULTIPLE POSITIONS]

Job Location:

New York, NY and various unanticipated sites throughout the U.S.

Job Type:

Full Time

Rate of Pay:

The salary range for this position in New York, NY is $175,700 - $237,700 per year. This role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Siemens offers various health and wellness benefits. Details can be found at: www.benefitsquickstart.com. The position is also eligible for time off according to company policies, including paid sick leave, parental leave, PTO (non-exempt), or flexible vacation (exempt).

Duties:

1. Oversee technical support and spares supply agreement for over 500 railway vehicles.
2. Supervise maintenance through the execution phase.
3. Manage profits and losses, and fulfill all maintenance contract requirements.
4. Manage customer relations and lead discussions on scope, cost, and schedule changes.
5. Identify potential problems and develop contingency plans.
6. Drive schedule for service mobilization, milestones, material delivery, and acceptance.
7. Prepare and deliver project reports, customer progress reports, change proposals, and presentations.
8. Track and optimize project metrics such as reliability, safety, and availability.
9. Communicate project expectations clearly to team members and partners.
10. Define project requirements and strategies to meet goals.
11. Ensure legal and contractual compliance in maintenance activities.
12. Collaborate during commissioning and warranty phases, including readiness checks and infrastructure reviews.

Requirements:

Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering, or a related field, with 72 months of experience in project management or similar roles. Experience should include:

• Managing cross-organizational projects with responsibility for results, quality, schedule, and EHS.
• Developing project strategies and aligning targets.
• Performing maintenance management, including team management, administration, controlling, logistics, and planning.
• Overseeing project finances, including adherence to financial targets and risk assessments.

50% domestic travel required; 100% telecommuting permitted. This is a remote role.

Additional Information:

Referral program incentives are applicable. Apply within this posting.

EEO Statement & Accommodations:

Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For accommodations, please fill out the Accommodation for disability form or contact AskHR at 1-866-743-6367.