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Project Director – Railway Communication Solutions - JL

APBA TG HUMAN RESOURCE PTE. LTD.

Glasgow

On-site

GBP 150,000 - 200,000

Full time

9 days ago

Job summary

A leading human resources consulting firm in Glasgow seeks an experienced project leader to manage railway communication projects for LTA MRT/LRT stations. The role requires a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Telecommunications and a minimum of 15 years of experience in large-scale projects. Candidates must have a strong background in railway communication systems and proven experience with Singapore's LTA. The position offers a renewable agency contract with a focus on quality assurance and stakeholder management.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 15 years of experience in managing large-scale railway communication projects.
  • At least 10 years in a senior leadership role.
  • Proven experience with Singapore's LTA and MRT/LRT operators.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the planning, execution, and delivery of railway communication solutions.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for key stakeholders and manage expectations.
  • Implement and enforce quality assurance processes for communication systems.

Skills

Project management
Technical leadership
Stakeholder management
Communication systems knowledge
Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Telecommunications

Job description

1 Year Renewable Agency Contract

Responsibilities:

1. Project Leadership:

- Lead and manage the planning, execution, and delivery of railway communication solutions for LTA MRT/LRT stations, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. - Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, coordinating cross-functional teams, including engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning.

- Participate in pre-sales activities.

2. Technical Expertise:

- Provide project management, technical leadership and guidance on railway communication systems, including but not limited to train-to-ground communication, CCTV, public address systems, PABX, Information Display Systems, and fibre-optic networks.

- Ensure compliance with LTA standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.

3. Stakeholder Management:

- Act as the primary point of contact for LTA, MRT/LRT operators, and other key stakeholders, fostering strong relationships and ensuring alignment on project objectives and deliverables.

- Manage stakeholder expectations, address concerns, and provide regular project updates and reports.

4. Risk Management:

- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, ensuring proactive measures are in place to minimize disruptions and ensure successful project outcomes.

- Develop contingency plans and lead crisis management efforts as needed.

5. Budget and Resource Management:

- Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring cost-effective use of resources and adherence to financial targets.

- Allocate resources effectively, including personnel, equipment, and materials, to meet project requirements.

6. Quality Assurance:

- Implement and enforce rigorous quality assurance processes to ensure the reliability and performance of communication systems.

- Conduct regular audits and inspections to verify compliance with project specifications and standards. - Ensure all safety requirements are met when carrying out the projects.

7. Team Development:

- Mentor and develop project team members, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

- Provide leadership and direction to ensure team members are motivated, skilled, and aligned with project goals.

Requirements

- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications.

- Minimum of 15 years of experience in managing large-scale railway communication projects, with at least 10 years in a senior leadership role.

- Deep working knowledge of railway communication systems and technologies, particularly in the context of urban rail networks.

- Proven experience working with Singapore’s LTA and MRT/LRT operators is a must.

- Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques.

- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

- Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions in complex situations.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Justin Lee
Registration No: R22107715
APBA TG Human Resource Pte Ltd
EA License: 14C7275

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