Project Configuration and Change Manager

ALSTOM Gruppe; Saint-Bruno; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Alstom in Canada seeks a Project Configuration and Change Manager to own end-to-end CCM for high‑critical projects. You will work with engineering, project management and quality teams to ensure traceability, accuracy and controlled changes across the lifecycle.

You will establish the Configuration Management Plan, lead CCM activities and audits, train teams, manage change boards, and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Business Management, or a related field.
• Experience or understanding of Configuration and Change Management processes.
• Knowledge of project lifecycle management and configuration tools.
• Familiarity with standards and regulations related to configuration and change management.

Responsibilities

• Take on end-to-end CCM responsibilities for high-criticality projects, coordinating with engineering, project management, and quality assurance teams.
• Establish and maintain the Configuration Management Plan and related CCM templates and tools.
• Lead CCM activities and audits, ensuring team training and compliance with CCM processes.
• Monitor changes throughout the project lifecycle and report on performance indicators.
• Organize and participate in Change Boards and support event management.
• Mentor and possibly manage a team of CCM professionals.

Skills

Configuration Management

Change Management

Project lifecycle management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Quality assurance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

CM Tools

Job description

Project Configuration and Change Manager

Date: 28 Jul 2026

Company: Alstom

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.

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your expertise in Configuration and Change Management in a cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside collaborative, innovative, and detail-oriented teammates.

You’ll take full accountability for the end-to-end Configuration and Change Management (CCM) process and deliverables in high-criticality projects or programs. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (such as engineering, project management, and quality assurance), ensure accuracy, consistency, and traceability of products and services, and manage changes throughout the lifecycle of the project or program.

You’ll specifically take care of establishing and implementing a Configuration Management Plan and ensuring the application of CCM procedures, templates, and tools, but also lead CCM activities and audits to maintain project integrity.

We’ll look to you for:

Managing the project/program configuration and ensuring changes are controlled throughout the lifecycle

Leading CCM activities and ensuring team members are trained and compliant with CCM processes

Establishing and maintaining the Configuration Management Plan, including roles and responsibilities

Ensuring the application of CCM tools and managing access rights

Escalating risks or issues related to CCM and reporting on performance indicators

Executing CCM audits and driving continuous improvement initiatives

Managing a team of Configuration and Change Managers, if applicable

Performing Configuration Management activities such as monitoring item accuracy, preparing Configuration Strategies, and ensuring supplier CCM

Performing Change Management activities, including organizing and leading Change Boards, monitoring change requests, and facilitating event management

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

Degree in Engineering, Business Management, or a related field

Experience or understanding of Configuration and Change Management processes

Knowledge of project lifecycle management and configuration tools

Familiarity with standards and regulations related to configuration and change management

A relevant certification in Configuration or Change Management

Strong leadership and organizational skills

Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

Things you’ll 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. You’ll also:

Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines

Work with new security standards for rail signalling

Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues

Contribute to innovative projects

Utilise our inclusive and flexible working environment

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

Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning

Progress towards senior leadership or subject matter expert roles

Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension)

Proficiency in French and English is required.Knowledge of a third language is considered an asset when working with our international partners, suppliers, colleagues, and customers.In Quebec, French remains the primary working language of our company.

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!

Important to note

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.