Metro Program Leader: End-to-End Rail Delivery

SYSTRA

Saudi Arabia

On-site

SAR 400,000 - 800,000

Full time

24 hours ago
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Job summary

SYSTRA is seeking an accomplished Project Manager (Metro) to lead end-to-end delivery of complex metro programs as a trusted delivery partner. The role combines deep rail expertise with rigorous governance and client-facing leadership.

You will own full lifecycle delivery for metro assets, manage multi-package interfaces, and drive procurement and risk management across civil, systems, and operations readiness. Regional GCC/KSA exposure is highly valued.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, or Transport Engineering; Master’s in Transport/Rail Systems or PM preferred.
  • 20+ years delivering major metro or rail programs with civil and systems experience.
  • Regional GCC/KSA experience with government clients a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Own full lifecycle delivery for metro assets and systems from planning to handover.
  • Lead governance forums, approvals, and executive reporting.
  • Oversee interfaces among civil works, rail systems, and rolling stock.
  • Shape procurement strategies for multi-package metro delivery.
  • Establish integrated master schedules and KPIs aligned to client objectives.

Skills

Leadership
Stakeholder governance
Project management
Team leadership
Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
Master's in Transport/Rail Systems or Project Management
PMP or PgMP certification

Tools

Primavera P6
PMIS
BIM/CDE

Job description

SYSTRA is seeking an accomplished Project Manager (Metro) to lead end-to-end delivery of complex metro programs as a trusted delivery partner. The role combines deep rail expertise with rigorous governance and client-facing leadership.

You will own full lifecycle delivery for metro assets, manage multi-package interfaces, and drive procurement and risk management across civil, systems, and operations readiness. Regional GCC/KSA exposure is highly valued.

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