Project Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 15, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 28, 2026. Wabtec scores B on the Alion truth index.
Who will you be working with?
We are seeking a Project Manager to join our team at Wabtec UK based in Burton on Trent we support our customers through maintenance and operation optimisation with customised solutions for spare parts, repair, and overhaul activities on existing trains.
Role: Project Manager
Salary: £Competitive
Address: Burton Upon Trent
Location: On-site
Hours: Monday to Thursday, 08:00am to 16:30pm, and Friday 08:00am to 13:00pm
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
How will you make a difference?
Manage the successful delivery of projects for Wabtec Rail Limited, safely, on time, and budget. Control and monitor the delivery of the project working closely with the Operations, Finance, Engineering, Quality, and Safety departments to ensure key objectives are met and stakeholders' needs are met.
What will your typical day look like?
- To manage the delivery of Projects in line with project plans and that they are delivered in line with specifications set by the customer.
- Produce internal reports to the Executive Team on the status of the project, e.g., cost to complete, cash flow, and project performance reports.
- Manage project risks and opportunities to ensure a successful outcome for the project.
- Promote “Safety of the Railway” and actively develop the Safety Culture within Wabtec.
- Comply with company quality assurance processes (QAPs) and ensure compliance is achieved by the project.
- Ensure project milestones are achieved in support of planned implementation.
- Monitor costs and implement measures to control spending against the agreed tenders.
- Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors.
- Ensure resource availability and allocation.
- Manage the relationship with key stakeholders and be the primary point of contact with our customers.
What do we want to know about you?
- Experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment
- Developed communication and relationship management skills.
- Proven ability to develop, lead and implement projects with high business impact.
- Proven financial, quantitative, and data analysis skills.
- Budget management experience.
- An analytical and inquisitive mind
If you don’t have all the above criteria don’t worry, we would still like to hear from you as we live our values and always put people first and strive to expand what is possible.
Apply today!
Legal authorisation to work in the UK is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
*Please note that we do not accept agency candidate submissions without a formalised agreement with Wabtec Talent Acquisition. If you are an agency/third party Recruiter and have not been engaged by Wabtec for this search, we do not owe you a fee if you submit a candidate to the applicant tracking system that is ultimately hired.
What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?
At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.
If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
Who are we?
Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together - are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.
Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.
Culture powers us and the possibilities.
We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.
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