Hybrid Project Manager

at Sécheron SA

• Job title: Project Manager
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: PMP
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Pittsburgh, United States

About the role

• Project Manager overseeing all phases of traction power projects in North America. Collaborating with teams across Europe, ensuring adherence to contracts while maintaining high communication standards.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all phases of North American customer projects for traction power substation activities;
• Organize and manage all tasks related to project Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring & Controlling, and Close out including cross-functional team collaboration with manufacturing facilities located in Europe;
• Ensure scope of material and services are delivered in accordance with the customer contract (scope, cost, schedule, quality, product performance, etc.);
• Proactive coordination and facilitation of design, submittals, approvals, production, and delivery logistics with suppliers and subcontractors;
• Maintain the highest standard of self-discipline regarding accountability and constant communication with your client throughout the project lifecycle (design, submittals, approvals, productions, deliveries, tests & commissioning, warranty period);
• Develop strong working relationships with your internal team members. Be open, flexible, communicative, and collaborative while proactively working towards solutions to complex situations in a team environment.

Requirements

• Electrical Engineering degree (preferred) or Mechanical Engineering degree; will consider extensive, proven experience of 10 years or more in traction power setting in lieu of a 4-year degree;
• Traction Power industry, electrical substation, or electrical equipment manufacturing experience is a plus;
• PMP certification (preferred) or formal project management training from an accredited institution is a plus;
• Minimum of 3 years of proven experience as a Project Manager or Project Engineer in the electrical field (e.g., power distribution, renewable energy, electrical equipment, electrical machinery, railway systems, or traction power), or alternatively, at least 5 years of experience as a Project Coordinator or Electrical/Mechanical Designer in a traction power environment;
• Railway or traction power experience a plus;
• Excellent communication and commercial skills;
• Ability to be a team leader as well as a team player;
• Strong organizational and computer skills; detail oriented;
• Self-starter capable of working independently and on a team;
• Contract management; contract language, terms, conditions, legal understandings as they apply to contract execution;
• Must understand the intricacies and sense of urgency in the shop drawing submittal process;
• Must be a USA citizen that does not require any sponsorship to remain in the USA permanently;
• Must have a valid US Passport with 15 days of hiring date;
• 25% travel required including 2-3 trips to Europe each year;
• Reports to the Pittsburgh office Bridgeville, PA;
• Initial training (mandatory) will include 2–4-week trip to Europe.

Benefits

• We foster flat hierarchies and direct communication, enabling quick decisions and strong collaboration across all levels.
• You’ll be trusted with real responsibility and encouraged to take initiative, with plenty of opportunities to grow both personally and professionally.