Assistant Project Manager jobs in United Arab Emirates

Req ID : 496759

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 Manager in Dubai, United Arab Emirates we’re looking for?

Take on a new challenge and apply your extensive and multifaceted expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside innovative, dedicated, and collaborative teammates. You’ll lead and manage the System & Infra operational activity on Rail Maintenance, ensuring compliance with the terms of the contract and making a significant impact on the efficiency and reliability of our services. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (Engineering, Operations, Customer Service), implement tools to ensure the availability of Tramways and Infrastructure, and much more.

• Plan and execute the complete timely execution of the project scope, including Rolling Stock, System and Infra
• Lead the Project Team, when applicable Project Managers of internal and external partners - in line with the project structure
• Implement appropriate tools to ensureavailability of the Tramways and Infrastructure (Contractual KPI related to System Failures, Preventive performance, Ticket vending Machine & Platform screen doors reliability)
• Ensure customer satisfaction : Manage operational interface with client so as to satisfy operations availability requirements and maintenance plan compliance
• Perform project management and contract administration according to Alstom Project Management Manual (PMM), including proactive risk and opportunity management, and in full compliance with Ethics and Compliance rules
• Ensure completion of Project / Program Performance goals to meet business objectives and customer / Platform satisfaction
• Responsible and accountable for the Project Profit and Loss
• Ensure optimal quality of project / program execution and reviews
• Ensure that critical aspects are identified in reviews and proactively / professionally addressed and followed up
• Manage the overall project and related KPIs, and report to leadership team, with transparency during the business reviews
• Make sure that key project stakeholders are aligned towards project goals
• Represent Alstom towards Customers and when applicable external stakeholders
• Accountable for the proper implementation of Alstom and Customer HSE requirements by all stakeholders (internal & external) including suppliers and contractors
• Responsible to ensure full compliance with Code of Ethics

• 20+ Years of experience in Rail System Operation and Maintenance field
• Min 7 years of experience as a Project Manager in rail industry
• Good exposure of Failure management and crisis management
• Degree in Electronics, Mechanical or other engineering streams
• Fluent in English. Arabic and / or French is preferable
• Project Management certificate is an advantage

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. You’ll also :

• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues,
• Work with state-of-the-art rail systems and technologies,
• Progress towards leading-edge project management and operational excellence,
• Utilise our dynamic working environment,
• Contribute to innovative projects,
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries,
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning,
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical).

You don’t 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, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

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

Job Type : Experienced

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