Rail Systems Project Director

ALSTOM Gruppe

Pittsburgh (Allegheny County)

On-site

USD 170,000 - 210,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Alstom in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a Project Director for Rail Systems to drive delivery, leadership, and QCDP outcomes across multi-site teams. The role collaborates with engineering, procurement, and operations to align with contractual requirements and ensure successful project delivery.

The position emphasizes extensive project management experience in the railway sector, strategic planning, and stakeholder management, with up to 50% travel and a focus on optimizing margins and cash flow.

Qualifications

Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
10–15 years of senior project management experience, railway industry preferred.
Experience with field testing, commissioning on rail systems preferred.
Strong leadership and cross-functional coordination abilities.
Willingness to travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

Accountability for the Project Management Work Package and related activities.
Define project strategy, PMP elaboration, objectives allocation to Sub-Systems.
Lead and coordinate project activities and stakeholders from transfer to close-out.
Ensure transfer from tender to project and define objectives to satisfy customer.
Manage resources and staff, escalate gaps as needed, lead core teams.
Engage internal and external partners to achieve project objectives.