Project Technical Manager

Req ID:520596

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.

Purpose of the job:

Be the technical representative in front of customer and external stakeholders from NTP to end of warranty
Manage the technical scope of the project and deal with internal and external sub-systems interfaces, reaching the performances required
Coordinate with the project core team and Integrate the ALSTOM solution in the project
Controls the technical consistency through a strong engineering process management, quality, cost and delivery (QCD) approach

Note 1: PTM role can be ensured by the PrEM when design team is located geographically close to the customer

Note 2: PrEM has to deploy the Adapt Design and Design Application process when PTM has to integrate the Alstom solution covering the customer needs

Organisation structure:

Signaling Regional Center / Project Office organization

Reports directly to:

Regional Center / Project Office Project Engineering Director

Network & Links

Internal

Project Core Team
PrEM or technical representative for each solution deployed
ADM Community in charge of the development of Systems / Products specific to the project
Installation Manager and T&C Manager
Methods & Tools Community
Project EHS Manager/Coordinator or RC EHS Manager/Engineer

External

Suppliers or sub-contractors for External interfaces
Customer or his technical representative

ACCOUNTABILITIES & AUTHORITIES

Key accountabilities:

Be the technical representative in front of customer and external stakeholders from NTP to end of warranty
Be responsible of any technical communications to the customer and external stakeholders such as contractors or consortium
Be accountable for the customer acceptance of the project solution
Organize Design Review with customer when necessary
Manage the technical scope of the project and deal with internal and external sub-systems interfaces, reaching the performances required
Raise the project technical risks and build the corresponding mitigation plan with the PrEM
Identify which are the applicable regulations in the customer country and ensure they are taken into account in project solution design
Build the input configuration base line with customer inputs for deployment of the solution by the DLU
Be responsible of the On-Shore project design and application engineering activities
Ensure reaching the contractual performances required
Approve all technical documents (including engineering, installation and T&C)
Coordinate with the project core team and Integrate the ALSTOM solution in the project
Provide all necessary technical inputs to the PrEM for deployment process application
Provide all technical documents to the project core team members for the industrialization, sourcing, installation, test and commissioning (Migration Plan, External Interfaces, Input for SyOCD, …)
Solve technical issues detected by different core team members with the collaboration of Design Leading Unit of each sub-systems
Controls the technical consistency through a strong engineering process management, quality, cost and delivery approach
Ensure complete application of all Engineering Processes
Contribute to claims and variation orders identification and development
Manage the project solution, meaning the customization and parameterization of the generic solution to meet Quality, Cost, Delivery and Performance commitments:
Supervise the Project Requirements Database (PRD) coverage and demonstration
Lead the global project Change Control Board (CCB) and Configuration Management, delegation to PrEM during design phase
During project warranty, coordinate actions to support resolution of pending technical issues following Project Warranty Manager (PrWM) requirements

Performance measurements:

Project QCDP (quality, cost, delivery on time and performance)
Customer approval about technical documents or other technical concerns of the project
Full coverage of contractual project requirements

EXPERIENCE PREREQUISITES & REQUIRED COMPETENCES

Educational Requirements

Mandatory: Master degree from Electrical or Electronical Engineering School

Desirable: Degree in Signaling competency

Experience

Mandatory:

8 Years of professional experience in Engineering / Technical functions
5 Years of professional experience in Railway Signaling

Desirable:

Broad Knowledge of urban / railway systems
Experience of managing diverse team and proficiency in people management
Knowledge and experience in integration activity

Competencies & Skills

Speaking local language (same than the customer), fluent in English
Demonstrate QCD commitment on delivering engineering works
Strong technical leadership Behavioral and able to interact with multidisciplinary teams
Able to ensure a proper application Disciplined Processes to deliver complex engineering
Capability to take decision
Create Enthusiasm
Promote Teamwork
Foster Open Dialogue and Listens
Manage Conflicts of Ideas
Act as a Team Player
Good co-ordination and communication skills

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.

Job Type:Experienced

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