Project Manager

Location: Melbourne, Florida (on-site)

About the role

Drive the execution of projects according to contractual requirements and customer expectations to maximize business results with respect to sales, cash, and margin, while delivering on time and with quality in conformity with KB Signaling project management and execution processes. Be accountable for project Quality, Cost, and Delivery (QCD) and project Environment Health & Safety (EHS). Ensure KB Signaling legal and contractual rights are protected. Seek and propose additional opportunities to the Project Director.

Responsibilities

• Be accountable for project QCD performance and optimize Project Financial performance (Sales, Margin & Cash). The Project Manager is the business owner of the project and responsible for the overall project performance.
• As owner of the Project Management Work Package (WP), be QCD accountable for all the activities of its WP.
• Define project strategy in line with contract requirements, including Project Management Plan (PMP) development and objectives allocation to work packages.
• Lead and coordinate project activities and stakeholders from inception to close-out, including:
  • Proper transfer from tender to project
  • Definition of Project objectives and main drivers to achieve customer satisfaction in the frame of the Contract
  • Resource management:
    • Define project Core Team staffing, as well as resources to execute WPs
    • Escalate when project resources available do not match the project needs
  • Lead the Team, including Core Team, and when applicable Project Managers of internal and external partners.
  • Ensure key project stakeholders are aligned toward project goals.
  • Engage project teams in the successful achievement of project objectives and strengthen relationships amongst them.
  • Synchronize internal partners and arbitrate when necessary.
• Align with contractual requirements and manage variation orders. Be responsible for change management at the project level. Manage claims and litigation if needed.
• Proactively manage risk, savings, and opportunities.
• Manage project progress and report to senior management with transparency during project reviews. The Project Manager is the representative of the project toward KB Signaling management.
• Ensure compliance with applicable rules, instructions, and standards: Code of Ethics & Compliance, EHS.