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Job Description
- Req#: R0073878
- Performance of routine administrative tasks such as filing, archival of project milestone documents/exhibits/emails, engineering file version control, internal tracker updates, meeting scheduling, etc. as directed by the Short-line Manager/Director
- Communication with stakeholders to coordinate project priorities, goals and milestones.
- Public Records/Database research as required.
- Preparation of invoices, estimates and assembly of applicable backup documentation.
- Monitor project budgets and suitability of hours allocations.
- Assist with project correspondence relating to change order requests/justification, budget updates, and project creation.
- Generally, assist (as-needed) with travel to the customer site or field site to perform preliminary or post project activities, such as support DTR, site surveys, inspections, etc.
- High School diploma/GED required
- 1-3 years previous experience in Project management or similar role.
- Previous experience in working with railroads, especially short line railroads a plus.
- Familiarity/Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and project management software.
- Highly organized and able to multitask with the ability to shift priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company’s new website at: http://www.WabtecCorp.com .
It’s not just about your career… or your job title…it’s about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters…do things that haven’t been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.We are looking for an efficient Assistant Project Manager to support the planning and coordination of Public Project execution. The Assistant Project Manager's responsibilities include monitoring project progress, following up with stakeholders on the completion or delay of project phases, scheduling meetings, and maintaining project documents and reports.
To be successful as an assistant project manager you should be able to perform any tasks assigned by the project manager in an efficient and timely manner. An outstanding assistant project manager should be able to maintain oversight of all project activities, identify and communicate any issues, and ensure prompt resolution.
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Wabtec Corporation is committed to taking on the world’s toughest challenges. In order to fulfill that commitment we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences and styles…people like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
About the company
Wabtec Corporation is an American company formed by the merger of the Westinghouse Air Brake Company and MotivePower Industries Corporation in 1999.