Project Planning Manager / Project & Development Regional Commuter & Metro

ALSTOM Gruppe; Valenciennes; Sur place; EUR 50 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A global transport solutions provider in Hauts-de-France seeks a Project Planning Manager. This role involves developing schedules for critical projects, ensuring On Time Delivery, and collaborating across various teams. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in planning and scheduling, preferably in the railway sector. Proficiency in scheduling tools like Primavera and MS Excel is essential, along with effective communication skills. Join us for an opportunity to contribute to smarter mobility solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a full-time planning and scheduling role.
• Industry-related background, preferably in rail or infrastructure.
• Fluency in English and advanced capabilities in MS Excel.

Responsabilités

• Develop and update project schedules to meet On Time Delivery (OTD) targets.
• Compile and evaluate time-related data and communicate results.
• Advise on time-related contractual disputes.

Connaissances

Planning and scheduling expertise

Effective communication skills

Knowledge of scheduling tools

Adaptability

Outils

OdyC

Primavera

MS Project

Description du poste

Project Planning Manager / Project & Development Regional Commuter & Metro

Date: 25 Sept 2025

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 planning and scheduling expertise in a cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside collaborative and forward-thinking teammates.

You'll play a critical role in ensuring the successful delivery of projects by managing schedules, aligning priorities, and influencing stakeholders. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (Projects, Engineering and Operations).

You’ll specifically take care of developing and updating schedules for critical projects.

We’ll look to you for:

• Developing and updating project schedules to meet On Time Delivery (OTD) targets,
• Compiling and evaluating time-related data, effectively communicating results in various formats,
• Generating effective scenarios to address schedule challenges,
• Advising on time-related contractual disputes and supporting decision-making,
• Influencing the alignment of stakeholders’ schedules,
• Developing and managing documentation for projects and scheduling processes,
• Contributing to the development and deployment of company planning standards and training

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:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a full-time planning and scheduling role
• Industry-related background, preferably in rail or infrastructure
• Knowledge of scheduling tools and techniques, including proficiency in one tool (e.g., OdyC, Primavera) and working knowledge of another (e.g., Kinaxis, MS Project, TILOS)
• Advanced understanding of scheduling theory and methods, such as Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Fluency in English
• Advanced capabilities in MS Excel or other data analysis tools
• Working knowledge of time-related contractual practices and delay analysis methods
• Comprehensive knowledge of railway industry products, technologies, and their dependencies
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Adaptability in a multi-cultural and rapidly changing environment

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.