Project Leader

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Job Summary: Lead project management for digital intelligence initiatives in the railway sector, ensuring delivery within scope, cost, and schedule, and managing client communication. Key Highlights: 1. Leadership of digital transformation projects in the railway market 2. Focus on sustainable delivery of results and people development 3. Dynamic and challenging environment with high quality and tight deadlines **Job Description** This position requires on-site work in Contagem, MG. **Who will you work with?** You will join Wabtec’s Project Management \- Digital Intelligence team, composed of highly skilled, motivated professionals leading the global railway industry’s digital transformation. **How will you make a difference?** As Project Leader of the Project Management – Digital Intelligence team, you will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered within agreed scope, cost, and schedule; monitoring project KPIs; applying the most appropriate and contextually relevant project management methodology for each project and company phase; receiving, evaluating, and executing change requests, among other duties; Additionally, the Project Leader is responsible for client communication and coordination interfaces during project execution. Conduct a detailed review of the project scope, focusing on Work Packages (deliverables) and required activities under your responsibility. Plan your assigned project areas by developing a detailed schedule based on activity definition, duration, and sequencing. Similarly, ensure that project milestones—including standard ones (revenue recognition / invoicing / payment)—are properly incorporated into the schedule; Monitor and control progress across all project phases—Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing, Construction, Commissioning, Assisted Operation, and Closure—to track physical progress, activity completion, and scheduled revenue and billing events. Prepare physical progress curves and progress reports for clients, as well as internal reports, per leadership-defined guidelines and frequency. **What do we want to know about you?** * Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; * Experience in Project Management; * Experience in Signaling Projects within the railway sector; * Focus on sustainable delivery of results, supported by mature processes and people development; * Strong communication and persuasion skills; * Ability to manage client relationships; * Ability to operate in dynamic and challenging environments where quality and delivery timelines are critical to customer satisfaction; * Fluent English; * Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera); * Advanced knowledge of PMI and/or IPMA project management methodologies; * Willingness to travel frequently; * Knowledge of Agile methodologies; * PMP or IPMA certification (preferred); * Fluent Spanish (preferred). **What will your day\-to\-day look like?** * Full project management, including cost, revenue, and profitability tracking; * Coordination of client interface and communication; * Control and monitoring of schedules and dependencies (internal and with client); * Definition and execution of implementation strategies with segment leaders; * Change Order management; * Contract management; * Scope management with Segment Leaders (requirements and documentation). **Benefits:** At Wabtec, people come first. That’s why we ensure our employees feel valued and equipped with the tools they need to thrive. By joining us, you’ll gain access to a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Here’s what we offer to help you feel like an integral part of a company committed to your professional and personal journey: * Medical insurance extendable to dependents (spouse and children) * Dental insurance extendable to dependents (spouse and children) * Profit-sharing and performance bonus program * Private pension plan * Meal allowance policy aligned with local regulations * Life insurance * Employee Assistance Program: psychological, legal, financial, and social assistance * Headspace – mental health-focused mobile application * Christmas card or gift basket for employees, per local regulation * Christmas gift for children up to 11 years old * Extended maternity leave * Pregnancy and newborn program * Language learning incentive program * Mentoring programs and access to training platforms * Wellhub * Pharmacy allowance \#LI\-AC1 **Additional Information** **What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?** At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job \- it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it \- for our clients and each other. If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you. **Who are we?** Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value\-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike. Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com. **Culture powers us and the possibilities.** We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more. Need accommodation? Just let us know \- we’ve got you.