
Alstom
Signaling Project Manager
- Permanent
- Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Experience 2 - 5 yrs
Job expiry date: 08/05/2026
Job overview
Date posted
25/03/2026
Location
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Salary
SAR 20,000 - 30,000 per month
Compensation
Job description
The Signalling Project Manager is responsible for managing and delivering signalling systems within railway and transit infrastructure projects at Alstom in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role focuses on overseeing the full lifecycle of the signalling subsystem, including design, procurement, installation, testing, and final handover to the client. Operating within the transportation and rail industry, the position requires coordination across multidisciplinary teams including design, supply chain, and installation, ensuring seamless execution of signalling systems aligned with project requirements, quality standards, and regulatory compliance. The role involves acting as the primary point of contact between the signalling main contractor and the project team, managing contractor performance, and ensuring contractual obligations are fulfilled. The manager is responsible for monitoring and reporting on project schedule, quality, risks, and costs, and proactively addressing issues through effective risk management and problem-solving approaches. The position includes developing and managing project schedules, reviewing technical documentation, and ensuring adherence to standards and regulations related to railway signalling and infrastructure systems. The role also requires familiarity with supply chain processes, contract management, claims handling, and contractor negotiations, as well as proficiency in project management tools and software. The position contributes to innovative rail signalling and digital mobility projects, supporting greener and smarter transport systems including high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams. The role operates in a collaborative environment with cross-functional teams, supporting the delivery of complex infrastructure systems and ensuring compliance with advanced rail signalling standards and project execution methodologies.
Required skills
Key responsibilities
- Act as the primary point of contact between the signalling main contractor and the project team ensuring effective communication and coordination
- Lead and coordinate all activities related to the signalling subsystem across the full project lifecycle including design, procurement, installation, testing, and handover
- Monitor and report on project schedule, quality, risks, and costs ensuring alignment with project objectives and performance targets
- Ensure contractual obligations are fulfilled and manage issues through contract management, claims handling, and contractor negotiations
- Develop and manage project schedules for the signalling subsystem using project management tools and methodologies
- Review technical documentation and ensure compliance with railway signalling standards, regulations, and quality requirements
- Coordinate with design, supply chain, and installation teams to ensure seamless execution of signalling system delivery
- Oversee signalling main contractor performance and ensure adherence to project specifications and timelines
- Identify and manage project risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful subsystem delivery
- Support installation, testing, and commissioning activities to ensure successful final handover to the client
Experience & skills
- Hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering preferably Electrical, Electronics, or related field
- Demonstrate experience or understanding of signalling systems management within railway or transit infrastructure projects
- Possess knowledge of contract management, claims handling, and contractor negotiations
- Exhibit familiarity with supply chain processes and project scheduling methodologies
- Demonstrate proficiency in project management tools and software
- Show ability to review technical documentation and ensure compliance with standards and regulations
- Demonstrate knowledge of project lifecycle management including design, procurement, installation, testing, and handover phases
- Exhibit capability to manage risks, costs, and quality within infrastructure projects
- Demonstrate strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities in technical project environments
- Possess excellent communication skills in English with additional languages considered an advantage