PROGRAM PLANNER Stadler offers a wide range of international career opportunities. Here you get the chance to expand your potential take on meaningful responsibilities and deliver outstanding performance within dedicated teams. We are looking for motivated individuals who want to shape the mobility of tomorrow with us. Are you ready to achieve great things with us As a Program Planner you will play a crucial role in planning coordinating and executing complex railway signaling projects and programs ensuring they are delivered on time within budget and in line with customer requirements. In this role you will work closely with crossfunctional teams including Engineering Procurement Project Management and external stakeholders to drive the successful implementation of signaling systems. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Develop and manage the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) for railway signaling projects using tools like Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project. Coordinate schedules across Engineering Procurement Manufacturing Installation and Testing phases. Ensure proper resource allocation and sequencing of activities to avoid bottlenecks. Integrate subcontractor and supplier timelines into the overall program schedule. Facilitate regular progress review meetings identifying potential delays and recommending corrective actions. Act as a liaison between internal teams and external partners to ensure synchronization of tasks. Identify schedule risks (e.g. long leadtime components site access delays resource conflicts) and develop mitigation strategies. Perform whatif scenario analysis to evaluate the impact of changes and delays. Track critical path activities and ensure contingency plans are in place. Provide weekly/monthly program status reports including variance analysis and recovery plans. Maintain and submit accurate program deliverables documentation and ensure compliance with contract requirements and quality standards. Support claim management by documenting delays and their causes. Conducting a post program assessment identifying gaps or successes for continuous improvement. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelors degree in Engineering Project Management Business Administration or similar. 3 to 5 years of experience in planning and coordinating signaling projects within the rail industry. 2 years of experience in construction or signaling system implementations. Strong knowledge of signaling systems and related technologies. Proficiency in project management tools such as MS Project Primavera or similar. Proficiency in Excel (expert level). Excellent organizational communication and problemsolving skills. Experience with regulatory requirements and safety standards in rail signaling preferred. Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) and risk management principles is a plus. BENEFITS Competitive Pay (plus Profit Sharing potential)
Lowcost comprehensive Medical / Dental / Vision / Rx plans
401(k) with employer match after 90 days
Generous Paid Time Off / 10 Paid Holidays / Extended Paid Holiday (Dec. 25 Jan 1
Paid training / Career development
Tuition and training reimbursement
Paid maternity and parental leave
Companypaid life and disability insurance
Referral bonus program
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