Turnkey Tenders Cost Manager

Alstom; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Alstom in Pittsburgh is hiring a Turnkey Tenders Cost Manager to lead cost management for turnkey rail tenders, coordinating with engineering, operations and design teams to deliver cost-effective solutions.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business (Master’s preferred) and experience in cost management, financial analysis or project management within transportation. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Business, or related field (Bachelor’s required; Master’s preferred).
• Experience in cost management, financial analysis, or project management within transportation or related industries.
• Strong leadership skills in managing multi-functional teams and driving change.
• Ability to build customer value through sustainable relationships and innovative solutions.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the cost management process for turnkey tenders, ensuring accuracy and transparency in all financial aspects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement cost strategies that align with Alstom's mission and customer needs.
• Drive operational excellence by monitoring and optimizing project budgets and resources.
• Support the development and execution of strategic visions for the Airport Service Delivery Center (SDC).
• Foster a culture of safety, engagement, and continuous improvement within the team.

Skills

Cost management

Financial analysis

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree (Engineering, Business, or related)

Master's degree preferred

Job description

At Alstom, we build what millions depend on daily - rail transportation systems that can't afford to fail. We're more than 85 000 people worldwide creating the industry's most diverse portfolio: high-speed trains, metros, trams, maintenance services and integrated systems.

More than a job: a mission

As Turnkey Tenders Cost Manager in Pittsburgh, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial success of our rail projects. Your expertise will help secure journeys and connect cities, ensuring our solutions are both innovative and cost-effective.

Your role, Your impact

• Lead the cost management process for turnkey tenders, ensuring accuracy and transparency in all financial aspects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement cost strategies that align with Alstom's mission and customer needs.
• Drive operational excellence by monitoring and optimizing project budgets and resources.
• Support the development and execution of strategic visions for the Airport Service Delivery Center (SDC).
• Foster a culture of safety, engagement, and continuous improvement within the team.

You’ll work with sharp, committed teams across engineering, operations, and design — solving complex challenges that shape the future of mobility. As Turnkey Tenders Cost Manager, you will be at the heart of financial decision-making for transformative rail projects.

What You Bring

• Degree in Engineering, Business, or related field (Bachelor’s required; Master’s preferred).
• Experience in cost management, financial analysis, or project management within transportation or related industries.
• Strong leadership skills in managing multi-functional teams and driving change.
• Ability to build customer value through sustainable relationships and innovative solutions.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision‑making abilities.

How success is measured

• Achievement of cost targets and delivery of fit-for-purpose solutions.
• Effective collaboration and alignment with cross-functional teams.
• Continuous improvement in operational performance and customer satisfaction.

Alstom, a great place to grow

• Enjoy stability, challenges, and a long-term career with opportunities for growth.
• Collaborate with diverse and multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic, inclusive environment.
• Benefit from award-winning learning, fair rewards, and comprehensive social coverage.

Here, progress isn't always easy — the scale is massive, the tasks are complex — but the impact is real.

Because when the system runs, the train moves, and the city connects — that feeling stays with you. And the legacy lasts.