Program Manager - Johannesburg at Wabtec Corporation

What do we want to know about you?

• Good knowledge and handling of project and program management methodology and techniques.
• Good understanding of the wider objectives of the program.
• Ability to work positively with a wide range of individuals involved in program management.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Good knowledge of budgeting and resource allocation procedures.
• The ability to find innovative ways to resolve problems.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interface at all levels and functions.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field.

What will your typical day look like?

• Daily program management throughout the program life cycle.
• Defining the program governance (controls).
• Planning the overall program and monitoring the progress.
• Managing the program’s budget.
• Managing risks and issues and taking corrective measurements.
• Coordinating the projects and their interdependencies.
• Managing and utilizing resources across projects.
• Managing stakeholders’ communication.
• Aligning the deliverables (outputs) to the program’s “outcome” with the aid of the business change manager.
• Managing the main program documents, such as the program initiation document.

Other Requirements:

• Flexible work hours to accommodate varying time zones.
• Occasional travel to customer sites (including international regions).
• A current driver’s license is required.