Railway Communication Project Manager

ALSTOM Gruppe; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 299,000 - 432,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global transportation solutions provider is looking for a Railway Communication - Project Manager to manage the CNS subsystem within the AlUla Tramway in Riyadh. The ideal candidate has a degree in Telecom or related fields and 7–10 years' experience in transport communications. Responsibilities include managing stakeholders, ensuring quality and performance, and integrating various telecom subsystems. Join a company that values innovative projects and personal growth.

Benefits

Inclusive and flexible working environment

Investment in employee development

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience in Transport/Rail/Critical Communications projects.
• Proven expertise with TETRA, PIS, CCTV, Data Networks, or OCC systems.
• Understanding of telecom architectures and cybersecurity considerations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure successful delivery of the CNS subsystem within the AlUla Tramway.
• Manage stakeholders and suppliers for integration of systems.
• Oversee the management of CNS subsystems such as Radio Communication Systems and CCTV.

Skills

Telecom subsystems expertise

Project management

Communication skills

Cross-functional coordination

Cybersecurity knowledge

Education

Engineering degree in Telecom, Electronics, IT, or Networks

Job description

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Date: 3 Feb 2026

Location: Riyadh, SA

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.

Could you be the full-time Railway Communication - Project Manager in AlUla we’re looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your telecom, electronics, IT, and network expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside dynamic and collaborative teammates.

You’ll play a critical role in ensuring the successful delivery of the Communication, Network & Security (CNS) subsystem within the AlUla Tramway, meeting customer requirements and achieving Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Performance (QCDP) commitments. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (engineering, procurement, installation, testing & commissioning), manage stakeholders and suppliers, and ensure integration of systems, and much more.

You’ll specifically take care of the management of CNS subsystems such as Radio Communication Systems, Passenger Information System (PIS), CCTV, and Passenger Internet, but also oversee the coordination of interfaces with other subsystems like SIG, OCC, POS, and RST.

• Owning the QCDP baseline for the CNS subsystem and ensuring its successful delivery
• Managing technical topics related to CNS architecture, interfaces, and cybersecurity
• Coordinating with stakeholders, suppliers, and telecom authorities for approvals and compliance
• Leading risk and safety reviews and ensuring APSYS action closure
• Delivering and obtaining approval for CNS documentation, configurations, and interface analyses
• Driving cross-functional teams to achieve milestones and maintain performance KPIs

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:

• Engineering degree in Telecom, Electronics, IT, Networks, or equivalent
• Experience in Transport/Rail/Critical Communications projects (7–10 years preferred)
• Proven expertise with telecom subsystems such as TETRA, PIS, CCTV, Data Networks, or OCC systems
• Knowledge of project management processes and subsystem project management
• Understanding of telecom architectures and cybersecurity considerations
• Strong communication, leadership, and cross-functional coordination skills
• Experience working in multi-stakeholder environments

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 learningProgress towards leadership and expert roles within Al

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.