SMO Project Manager

ALSTOM Gruppe; Riyadh; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ALSTOM Gruppe is seeking a full-time Signalling Subsystem Manager in Riyadh to lead and manage the signalling subsystem throughout its lifecycle. The role involves coordination with contractors and stakeholders to ensure successful project execution while maintaining compliance with quality standards. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Engineering and experience in signalling systems management, displaying strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Career growth opportunities

Comprehensive social coverage

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Engineering (preferably Electrical, Electronics, or related field).
• Experience or understanding of signalling systems management.
• Knowledge of contract management and contractor negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the signalling main contractor and managing the subsystem's lifecycle.
• Monitoring and reporting on schedule, quality, risks, and costs.
• Ensuring contractual obligations are fulfilled and addressing potential issues proactively.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Project management software

Job description

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SMO Project Manager

Date: 22 Jul 2025

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 Signalling Subsystem Manager in Riyadh, SA we’re looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your signalling systems management expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside motivated and collaborative teammates.

You'll play a key role in ensuring the successful delivery of the signalling subsystem, from design and procurement through installation, testing, and final handover to the client. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (design, supply chain, and installation teams), monitor progress and risks, and coordinate with contractors and stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution.

You’ll specifically take care of overseeing the signalling main contractor and managing the subsystem’s lifecycle, but also ensure compliance with project requirements and quality standards.

We’ll look to you for:

Acting as the primary point of contact between the main contractor for signalling and the project team

Leading and coordinating all activities related to the signalling subsystem across the full project lifecycle

Monitoring and reporting on schedule, quality, risks, and costs

Ensuring contractual obligations are fulfilled and addressing potential issues proactively

Developing and managing project schedules for the signalling subsystem

Reviewing technical documentation and ensuring compliance with standards and regulations

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:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (preferably Electrical, Electronics, or related field)

Experience or understanding of signalling systems management within railway or transit infrastructure projects

Knowledge of contract management, claims handling, and contractor negotiations

Familiarity with supply chain processes and project scheduling

A proficiency with project management tools and software

Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities

Excellent communication skills in English (additional languages are a plus)

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 flexible and inclusive working environment

Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries

Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning

Progress towards leadership opportunities or technical expertise roles

Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical)

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.