Project Manager

KB Signaling; West Henrietta (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

KB Signaling is seeking a Project Manager to drive execution of signaling projects in North America on-site in Melbourne, Florida. You will manage project QCD, ensure on-time delivery, and uphold safety and contractual requirements while coordinating internal and external partners.

You will own the Project Management Plan, align objectives with contract requirements, build a strong core team, manage risks, changes, and stakeholder expectations through close collaboration with the Project

Responsibilities

• Drive the execution of projects according to contractual requirements and customer expectations, to maximize business results with respect to sales, cash and margin, while delivering on time, with quality in conformity with KB Signaling project management and execution processes.
• Be accountable for project Quality, Cost, and Delivery (QCD) and project Environment Health & Safety (EHS).
• Ensure KB Signaling legal and contractual rights are protected,
• Seek and propose additional opportunities to the Project Director.

Job description

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Project ManagerLOCATION: Melbourne / Florida (US-FL), United States | BRAND: KBSignaling | REQUISITION ID: 10822 | JOB GRADE: 16 |ON-SITE/REMOTE: On-site
KB Signaling delivers unparalleled end-to-end wayside and onboard conventional signaling platforms and solutions, supporting our Control, Command, and Signaling (CCS) global business unit. A trailblazer, we are driven to provide the best solutions for improved safety, performance, and lower overall operating cost for todays transit and freight railway systems and operators in North America and beyond. Our team is fueled by innovation and grounded in solid values, like giving back to the communities where we do business and embracing sustainability to help protect our planet. KB Signaling is part of a global, high-tech company that will challenge you and help you grow. Discover your potential.
KB Signaling Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

JOB DESCRIPTION:Purpose or Summary of the position

• Drive the execution of projects according to contractual requirements and customer expectations, to maximize business results with respect to sales, cash and margin, while delivering on time, with quality in conformity with KB Signaling project management and execution processes,
• Be accountable for project Quality, Cost, and Delivery (QCD) and project Environment Health & Safety (EHS),
• Ensure KB Signaling legal and contractual rights are protected,
• Seek and propose additional opportunities to the Project Director.

Primary Functions

• Be accountable for project QCD performance and optimize Project Financial performance (Sales, Margin & Cash)
• The PM is the business owner of the project and responsible for the overall project performance.
• As owner of the Project Management Work Package (WP), the Project Manager is QCD accountable for all the activities of its WP.
• Be accountable for project governance. Define project strategy in line with contract requirements, including Project Management Plan (PMP) development and objectives allocation to work packages.
• Lead and coordinate project activities and stakeholders from inception to close-out, including:
• Proper transfer from tender to project
• Definition of Project objectives and main drivers to achieve customer satisfaction in the frame of the Contract
• Resource management:
• Define project Core Team staffing, as well as resources to execute WPs
• Escalate when project resources available do not match the project needs
• Leading the Team, including Core Team, and when applicable Project Managers of internal and external partners.
• Make sure that key project stakeholders are aligned towards project/ goals.
• Engage project teams in the successful achievement of project objectives and strengthen relationships amongst them.
• Synchronize internal partners and arbitrate when necessary.
• Align with contractual requirements and management of variation orders. Responsible for change management at project level. Manage claims and litigation if needed.
• Proactive risk, saving and opportunity management.
• Management of the project progress and reports to senior management, with transparency during project reviews. The Project Manager is the representative of the project towards KB Signaling management.
• Ensuring compliance with applicable rules, instructions and standards: Code of Ethics & Compliance, EH