Deployment Manager
About Us
A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organization to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.
Job Description
Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Deployment Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in Oakland, California.
Accountabilities
- Oversee the deployment phase of the CBTC project, ensuring efficient and timely implementation.
- Cook up with Hitachi Rail teams and internal stakeholders to achieve project milestones.
- Reviews the overall planning of project activities to identify critical milestones and priorities.
- Provides and presents project status reviews to client to be the primary contact for client in relation to the deployment activities.
- Create and maintain a strong client relationship.
- Represent the Project at site coordination meetings with the Client and liaise with various project entities, third parties and/or stakeholders.
- Participate in reporting to the Project Manager and VP of Construction on the progress and status of work, forecasting risks and opportunities and reporting any deviations of scope, schedule, cost or quality to the Project Manager to maintain the commercial position of the project.
- Ensure the project is performed to the standard safety and quality assurance requirements.
- Follow the work progress of all Construction activities to accurately oversee Hitachi and Subcontractor quality standards, in collaboration with the quality manager.
- Coordinate with the Commissioning Manager for handover of the installed system and subsequent test, commissioning and start-up activities.
- Define the execution of the commissioning activities (sequence of activities, optimization of the use of resources) in alignment with contract requirements, budget and company guidelines.
- Oversee the implementation and continuous improvement of Test Procedure.
- Accountable for the site interface management with the Client/Engineer/Third parties during the test and commissioning phase.
Required Skills/Knowledge
- Proven experience as a Deployment Manager in rail or transportation projects for no less the 5-7 years.
- Familiarity with CBTC systems and associated technologies.
- Strong organizational and leadership skills.
- Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
- Demonstrated experience in managing subcontractors and key stakeholders on projects.
- Understanding of Construction and commissioning quality standards.
- Successfully handle pressures associated with site works in a brown field environment.
- Ability to maintain the integrity of confidential business information.
Desired Skills/Knowledge
- Construction and installation of rail transit systems or other complex systems in urban environments.
- Effective Partnering and Teaming skills.
- Tech writing.
- Construction Management software knowledge such as procore.
- MS Office tools.
Education
Engineering or industrial management background. Relevant knowledge to ensure that the company is producing high-quality installation and documents that meet customer expectations.
Certification
State of California (license C-10 and A-10)
Languages
Written and spoken English proficiency.
Pay Range
The salary range for this position is $148,212- $222,318 per year. Final pay is determined by the candidate’s experience, skillset and ability level, internal equity and location.
Benefits
Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, a Retirement Savings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a number of Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We would be delighted if you would be one of our followers at https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail.