Project Manager - Rolling Stock

Hitachi; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 122,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Vacation

Training & Development

Job summary

Hitachi Rail USA, Inc. in the United States is seeking a Project Manager - Rolling Stock to lead onshore activities for NA Vehicle projects from Hagerstown, MD, with occasional remote work and travel to plants in Italy and other sites.

You will manage schedule, budget, risk, and KPIs, coordinate with global teams, and deliver progress reports to stakeholders. PMP or equivalent certification preferred; graduate in engineering.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and industrial operations.
• Strong planning and scheduling capabilities.
• Experience leading programs or projects in matrix environments.
• Ability to lead teams across multiple locations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Ensure on-time, on-budget, and quality delivery of assigned projects.
• Monitor costs, revenues, margin, and cash-in against budget.
• Maintain client relationships with direct interface to clients.
• Prepare payment certificates and variation orders; manage claims.
• Identify and address risks; authorize contingencies release.
• Track project schedules and KPIs; coordinate with internal teams.
• Deliver monthly progress reports and stakeholder presentations.

Skills

Knowledge of manufacturing and process

Planning skills

Program Management experience

Team leadership across locations

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Graduate in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

PMP certification or equivalent

Job description

Location

Hagerstown, Maryland, United States

Job ID

R0145647

Date Posted

2026-10-05

Company Name

Hitachi Rail USA, Inc.

Profession (Job Category)

Project/Program Management

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

Description

Hitachi Rail USA is seeking a Project Manager - Rolling Stock in support of our North American Vehicle projects. The Rolling Stock Project Manager will work closely with the Head of Program Management to ensure the accomplishment of onshore activities for the assigned projects. The position will be based in the Hagerstown, MD Area , with the ability for occasional remote work with some travel to our manufacturing plants in Italy and customer/supplier’s locations in the United States and elsewhere.

Accountabilities include (but are not limited to):

• Ensure the on time, on budget and on quality delivery of the assigned project.
• Ensure target achievement of the assigned project in terms of Costs, Revenues, Margin and Cash-in; special focus on monitoring and keeping the invoicing plan as per budget and forecast.
• Ensure positive Client relationships by ensuring a direct interface with the client.
• Contribute to the promotion of business opportunities and manage the Change/Variation Orders.
• Ensure contract claims preparation and disputes handling in accordance with contract provisions (e.g. identifying and applying any preventive/corrective action.)
• Ensure the completion of specific assigned activities and tasks of the project (e.g. preparation of Payment Certificates; preparation of Variation Orders, updating of any Claims, etc.)
• Manage risk by interfacing with the appropriate stakeholders, managing contingencies and authorizing of their release.
• Manage the project schedule towards external (contractual) and internal stakeholders, overseeing the appropriate internal support functions.
• Track and optimize defined KPIs throughout the assigned project.
• Prepare and deliver monthly project progress reports and presentations to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure analysis and records of Project documents and Contract administration (providing analysis, keeping records)
• Ensure the preparation of Letters or reporting for the Project.
• Ensure the management of Project document control in the project SharePoint.
• Ensure Work in progress and accounts payable reporting and analysis.
• Promote a Zero Harm culture through the implementation and communication of applicable EH&S Policies and Procedures.
• Sub-Contractors daily management with special focus on USA located Vendors.

Required Skills/ Knowledge

• Knowledge of manufacturing and industrial processes
• Planning skills
• Previous experience in Program Management or Planning
• Teamwork skills and ability to manage teams in different locations
• Knowledge of Microsoft office tools

Desired Skills/ Knowledge

• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing projects.
• Good collaboration and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Experience working in a matrix organization.
• Intercultural experience and collaboration with international team players.
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management.
• Willingness to travel 30% of the time.

Education/Qualifications and Relevant Experience in # of years

• Graduate in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent technical background.
• PMP® certification or equivalent, or able to obtain certification within twelve months of hire.

The salary range for this position is$122,222 to $144,528 per year.Final pay is determined by the candidate’s experience, skillset and ability level, internal equity and location.

Benefits

Hitachi Railemployees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts,a RetirementSavings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a number of Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities.

In accordance with the DOT’s FRA and FTA programs, Hitachi’s substance screening program tests pre-employment candidates and current employees, as required for safety-sensitive positions.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at Hitachi, please send the nature of request and contact information to [e-mail] Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.

Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at https://www.hitachirail.com/careers .

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.

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