Project Director, Rolling Stock, Controls & Systems

Alto; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Basic group insurance

Wellness accounts

Flex-Alto account ($500)

RRSP and TFSA

Incentive compensation

Flexible hybrid work mode

Job summary

Alto is leading Canada’s high-speed rail project connecting Quebec City and Toronto. We are seeking a Project Director, Rolling Stock, Controls & Systems to own delivery across work packages, based in Montreal, Quebec City, Toronto or Ottawa, with a flexible hybrid schedule.

You will provide leadership, manage scope, schedule, cost, quality, and governance with Cadence, coordinating cross‑functional teams and ensuring contractual obligations are met.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Engineering or related field.
• 10 to 15 years of experience in project management or related role.
• PMP certification or equivalent is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the single point of accountability for assigned work packages and ensure delivery of scope, schedule, cost, quality, and contractual commitments.
• Lead execution by resolving issues, coordinating cross‑functional teams, and maintaining delivery momentum.
• Interface with Cadence, manage stakeholder relationships, and support governance and executive decision-making.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Analytical

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

PM or Engineering related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Planner

Oracle Primavera

Job description

At Alto, we are actively contributing to the transformation of Canada's future with our high-speed train project connecting Quebec City and Toronto. With the support of the Government of Canada, this innovative project aims to improve the quality of life of our citizens, strengthen ties between communities and stimulate economic growth.

Would you like to take on a stimulating, high-impact challenge? We are looking for a Projet Director, Rolling Stock, Controls & Systems. This position may be based in one of our four offices: Montreal, Quebec City, Toronto, or Ottawa.

The role

The Project Director, Rolling Stock, Controls & Systems serves as the single point of accountability for Alto across assigned work packages, ensuring delivery in accordance with Alto’s contractual obligations and strategic objectives. At the core of the role is a highly results-driven mandate, focused on delivering outcomes rather than managing activities.

The Responsibilities

Delivery Accountability

• Serve as the single point of accountability for assigned work packages, ensuring successful delivery of scope, schedule, cost, quality, and contractual commitments.
• Provide leadership and decision-making to achieve project objectives and delivery milestones.
• Monitor performance, identify risks, and implement corrective actions to maintain delivery commitments.

Execution Leadership

• Drive execution by proactively identifying, escalating, and resolving issues that may impact delivery.
• Mobilize and coordinate cross-functional teams, including technical, commercial, procurement, legal, finance, and other functions, to remove barriers and support project execution.
• Foster accountability and collaboration across teams to maintain delivery momentum and achieve results.

Stakeholder Management

• Act as Alto's primary interface with Cadence for assigned work packages.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships to ensure alignment on priorities, performance expectations, and contractual obligations.
• Ensure Alto fulfills its commitments through effective coordination with internal and external stakeholders.

Governance and Communication

• Establish structured and effective communication channels between Alto and Cadence.
• Provide clear, timely, and decision-oriented updates on delivery progress, risks, and key issues.
• Support governance and executive decision-making by ensuring communications are coordinated, consistent, and actionable.

The Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 10 to 15 years of experience in project management or a related role.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent, an asset.
• Proficient in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Planner, Oracle Primavera).
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Why join our innovative team?

• Basic paid group insurance for you and your family: medical, dental, life, disability, etc.
• Access to wellness and health accounts to support your lifestyle.
• Flex-Alto account of $500 to encourage a healthier approach and a more sustainable mode of transportation.
• A retirement plan and savings options (RRSP and TFSA).
• Vacations based on experience, available upon hiring.
• An incentive compensation program.
• Flexible hybrid work mode.
• A work environment that encourages initiative, innovation, and forward-thinking solutions.
• A unique opportunity to shape the future of transportation in Canada.

We work to create high-performance, diversified teams

At Alto, we believe in the power of diverse teams. We aspire to provide an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone can develop and flourish. Alto offers equal employment opportunities to all and invites qualified individuals, regardless of their identity, origin or situation, to apply.

Please let us know if you need any adjustments during the recruitment process. We will do our utmost to provide you with a fair and pleasant experience, while keeping any adjustments confidential.

Please note that we will communicate only with those candidates whose applications are selected for further consideration. To find out more about the entire project, visit Alto - Home.