Project Director (Rail)
Riyadh - Saudi Arabia
Job Summary
Req ID:523438
From high-speed trains metros monorails trams turnkey systems services infrastructure signalling and digital mobility we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day over 80000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars
Could you be full-time Project Director in Riyadh Saudi Arabia were looking for
Your future role
Take on a new challenge and apply your project management expertise in a cutting-edge and highly strategic environment. Youll work alongside collaborative skilled and passionate teammates to deliver a complex metro rail project in Riyadh.
AsProject Director you will be accountable for the successful execution of large-scale high-criticality turnkey project ensuring contractual commitments customer expectations and business objectives are achieved. You will lead multidisciplinary and multi-site teams while driving project governance financial performance customer satisfaction and operational excellence throughout the project lifecycle.
You will report to senior portfolio VP and play a key role in ensuring safe profitable and on-time project delivery.
Well look for you to:
- Being fully accountable vis a vis the AT management for project delivery performances from end to end (Quality Cost and Planning) looking for optimizing the projects financial performance (margin and cash)
- Being the recognized Alstom representative vis a vis end customer RCRC and our civil partner for the execution of the electromechanical part of this metro line building and managing strong relationships with them with our main contractors and with external stakeholders fostering alignment towards project goals and synchronizing internal partners while arbitrating when necessary
- Defining and implementing project governance strategies in line with contract requirements including Project Management Plan (PMP) elaboration and allocation of objectives to subsystems
- Effectively managing project resources including staffing the project core team escalating resource gaps and leading multi-site/multi-functional teams to achieve project objectives
- Leading and coordinating project activities and stakeholders in line with customer satisfaction goals
- Overseeing alignment with contractual requirements managing variation orders and addressing claims or litigations as needed
- Proactively managing risks savings and opportunities to ensure successful project delivery
- Monitoring and reporting project progress and KPIs to senior management with transparency ensuring adherence to business and critical project review processes
- Ensuring alignment with contractual requirements and effective contract management maintaining compliance with applicable rules standards and policies including Alstoms Code of Ethics & Compliance EHS Railway Safety and Quality standards.
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:
- Experience in EPC (Engineering Procurement and Construction) project management (railway industry preferred) with at least 15 years of experience including 5 years managing critical projects
- Proven experience as a project execution leader (Project Director) with full responsibility for delivery and project financial performance on large-scale turnkey projects valued at approximately 500 million USD or more
- Strong EPC (Engineering Procurement and Construction) background with hands-on experience operating as a main contractor and managing interactions with customers civil works organizations and electromechanical teams
- Familiarity with multi-national business cultures and cross-functional collaboration
- Strong team management skills including the ability to coordinate and collaborate with multi- site/multi-functional teams
- Leadership and entrepreneurship mindset with a results-oriented approach
- Conflict and crisis management expertise
- Advanced skills in managing customer relationships and stakeholder alignment
- Proficiency in complexity and risk management
- Capacity to navigate political contexts and manage contractual requirements effectively.
Things youll enjoy
Join us on a life-long transformative journey where youll contribute to innovative mobility solutions while developing your career in a truly global organization.
You will also:
- Work on industry-leading railway and transportation projects.
- Collaborate with talented teams across multiple countries and functions.
- Benefit from excellent opportunities for future growth and professional development.
- Contribute to sustainable and greener mobility solutions worldwide.
- Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where every voice matters.
Well help you succeed and grow in this role by providing the support and opportunities you need to develop your career. Every day youll work with innovative teammates who are passionate about transforming mobility for a greener future.
Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential.
Job Type:Experienced
Required Experience:
Director
About Company
Leading the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, Alstom develops and markets integrated systems that provide the sustainable foundations for the future of transportation.