Project Planning Manager

Job Summary

Req ID:489389

At Alstom we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains metros monorails and trams to turnkey systems services infrastructure signalling and digital mobility we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the full-time onsite Project Planning Manager in Riyadh SA were looking for

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your project planning expertise in a new cutting-edge field. Youll work alongside collaborative and dynamic teammates.
Youll play a pivotal role in ensuring on-time delivery (OTD) performance by providing accurate time management insights to support critical decision-making. Day-to-day youll work closely with teams across the business (such as project management engineering and procurement) develop and maintain the internal project schedule for your area and facilitate the synchronization of internal stakeholdersand much more.

Well look to you for:

• Collaborating closely with the Project Manager as the owner of time management for your area.

• Providing accurate and timely time management information to support decision-making and achieve the expected OTD performance of the project (tender contract or program execution).

• Developing and maintaining detailed project schedules to ensure alignment with project goals and milestones.

• Managing the efficient issuance of planning deliverables.

• Ensuring the integration and consistency of scheduling data across all project stakeholders.

• Monitoring progress and identifying potential risks or delays proposing mitigation plans as needed.

• Facilitating communication and alignment between internal stakeholders to ensure schedule adherence.

• Supporting the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives in project scheduling processes.

• Ensuring compliance with Alstoms standards policies and procedures in all planning activities.

• Demonstrating leadership and adaptability in a dynamic project environment to drive successful outcomes.

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. Thats why we dont expect you to have every single skill. Instead weve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Degree in Engineering Business Administration or a related field.

• Experience or understanding of project planning scheduling or time management in a complex environment.

• Knowledge of project management methodologies and tools (e.g. Primavera MS Project).

• Familiarity with stakeholder coordination and cross-functional team collaboration.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Analytical mindset with problem-solving abilities.

• Attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Resilience and adaptability in a dynamic environment.

Things youll enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey the rail industry is here to stay so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. Youll also:

• Work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure synchronized and efficient project planning

• Progress towards becoming a key contributor to on-time delivery (OTD) performance through effective time management and decision-making support

• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues

• Utilise our dynamic and inclusive working environment

• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries

• Contribute to innovative projects

You dont need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family youll be proud. If youre up for the challenge wed love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business were an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. Were committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

Required Experience:

Manager

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