Project Leader

Description

Job Summary: Lead digital intelligence projects in the global railway sector, ensuring delivery within scope, cost, and schedule, and managing communication with customers. Key Highlights: 1. Work in a team leading the digital revolution in the global railway market 2. Responsible for ensuring delivery of complex projects 3. Focus on customer relationship management and sustainable results **Job Description** This position requires on-site work in Contagem, Minas Gerais. **Who will you work with?** You will join Wabtec’s Project Management – Digital Intelligence team, comprised of highly skilled, motivated professionals leading the digital revolution in the global railway market. **How will you make a difference?** As Project Leader within the Project Management – Digital Intelligence team, you will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered within the agreed scope, cost, and schedule; monitoring project KPIs; applying the most appropriate and contextually relevant project management methodology for each project and the company’s current stage; receiving, evaluating, and executing change requests, among other duties. Additionally, the Project Leader is responsible for communication and coordination interfaces with customers throughout project execution. Conduct a detailed review of the project scope, focusing on Work Packages (deliverables) and activities required for execution 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 phases of your assigned project areas: Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing, Construction, Commissioning, Assisted Operation, and Closure—tracking physical progress, completion of project activities, and receipt and billing events as scheduled. Prepare physical progress curves and progress reports for customers, 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 customer 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 (MS Project, Primavera, etc.); * Advanced knowledge of PMI and/or IPMA project management methodologies; * Willingness to travel frequently; * Knowledge of Agile methodologies; * PMP or IPMA certification (desirable); * Fluent Spanish (desirable). **What will your day-to-day look like?** * Full project management, including cost, revenue, and profitability tracking; * Coordination of customer interface and communication; * Control and monitoring of schedules and dependencies (internal and with customer); * 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 needed to thrive. By joining us, you’ll gain access to a comprehensive set of benefits designed to support your well-being and development. Here’s what we offer to help you feel part of a company that supports your professional and personal journey: * Medical assistance extendable to dependents (spouse and children) * Dental assistance extendable to dependents (spouse and children) * Profit and results sharing 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 application * Christmas card or basket for employees, according to local policy * Christmas gift for children up to 11 years old * Extended maternity leave * Pregnancy and Baby Program * Language learning incentive policy * Mentoring programs and access to training platforms * Wellhub * Pharmacy allowance **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.