Project Manager

Role Overview

Project Manager at Hitachi Rail STS S.P.A., based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Full-time position reporting to Senior Project Management.

Company Overview

Hitachi Rail is an international leader in signaling and the implementation of integrated transport systems for freight and passenger railways, as well as mass transit systems. The company designs, manufactures and implements signaling systems for the management and control of freight and passenger traffic on mainline railways and metros, with operations in every corner of the world. Hitachi Rail is guided by five key values: Customer Focus, Innovation and Excellence, People, Team Spirit, and Integrity.

Role Purpose

Support the delivery of international rail signaling and transport system projects through effective coordination, planning, monitoring and stakeholder management. Balance administrative and strategic responsibilities in a fast-paced environment to ensure project success within scope, schedule, budget and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Project Coordination & Team Leadership

• Support the Senior Project Management in coordination of an international team, allocating responsibilities and deliverables in accordance with Company processes and Project scope of work.
• Lead the Project Team with regular project meetings, tracking action items, facilitating information flow and promoting effective collaboration.

Schedule & Planning

• Supervise the development and monitoring of the Project schedule, considering critical path activities, dependencies and milestones, in compliance with contract requirements and Project priorities.

Stakeholder Management

• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders including Client and Subcontractors and participate in regular progress meetings.

Subcontractor Management

• Monitor the subcontractors' progress, payments and performances.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure the delivery of the Project in compliance with Quality standards and Health, Safety, and Environmental regulations in accordance with contract conditions.

Financial Management

• Play an active role in the achievement of the Project financial targets in terms of costs, revenues, invoicing and cash-flow.

Contracts & Claims

• Work with Contracts team in the preparation of contract claims and disputes in accordance with contract provisions.

Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare and update regularly the Project Risk Analysis, the Monthly and Quarterly Project reviews in accordance with the Company process.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree or Engineer Degree.
• 5–8 years of Project Management experience.
• GCC Railway experience is preferable.
• PMP Project Management certificate holder is preferable.
• Based in UAE is preferable.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, critical, and logical thinking skills.
• Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Additional Information

• English Proficiency required.
• Arabic is a plus.
• Full-time position, on-site in Abu Dhabi (not remote).