Project Manager Systems

SYSTRA is a leading engineering and consultancy group specialising in public transport and sustainable mobility. With over 10,300 employees, SYSTRA designs safe and sustainable transport solutions to improve access to employment, education and leisure worldwide.

Context: The Systems Manager will oversee design management activities and on-site field construction management for the Systems D&B package(s). The Systems Manager will monitor design review and construction supervision teams to ensure compliance with contractual requirements.

• Contract management for railway systems, including Systems Architecture, Power, Signalling, Communication, OCC, Cybersecurity, SCADA, RAMS, and related areas.
• Overall responsibility for rail systems engineering, design, manufacturing, installation, construction, technical integration, testing and commissioning.
• Serve as the primary contact with Client representatives, D&B Contractors, and government representatives regarding the Railway Systems scope.
• Lead a team of 20+ engineers; manage manpower, materials, and equipment to maximize efficiency, maintain schedules, and meet budgets.
• Coordinate with consultants and contractors to plan construction activities, identify milestones, and set priorities.
• Resource management and activities planning; interface management between the Systems scope and other D&B scopes and stakeholders (including O&M operators).
• Review design documents from Contractors and Stakeholders; ensure rail systems objectives meet international standards and best practices.
• Ensure all design and implementation activities emphasize safety and quality culture.
• Ensure client interests are met during design and construction; follow up on project instructions and commitments.
• Oversee adherence to the Project Execution Plan, Health and Safety Plan, Quality Assurance/Quality Control Plan, and other relevant documents.
• Coordinate RFI responses, monitor change orders, and make recommendations for construction progress payments.
• Manage installation/construction activities across work areas; monitor progress and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Prepare and submit all technical plans and procedures for Rail Systems; ensure compliance with international standards for railway design.
• Develop technical specifications and coordinate site work with staff, contractors, and manufacturers.
• Coordinate field and design changes, perform time impact analyses, mitigate claims, and resolve disputes.
• Review and approve construction schedules and progress payments; coordinate with third-party stakeholders and regulatory bodies as required.
• Promote a Beyond Zero site safety culture and oversee construction quality control/quality assurance.
• Prepare periodic progress reports for higher-level management and client meetings; maintain strong client and community relations.
• Identify and address potential problem areas to ensure critical milestones are met; perform additional services in support of the Project Director as needed.

• Technical/Engineering Master's degree (minimum).
• Minimum 15 years' experience in railway projects with at least 10 years in design and construction of rail projects.
• Experience in project management, team leadership, planning, technical knowledge, and interface management.
• Extensive experience coordinating and delivering railway technical solutions and system integration; freight railway experience preferred.
• Proven ability to manage D&B contractors and sub-contractors; experience with multi-party projects of similar size and complexity.
• Strong interface management and total system integration capabilities.
• Excellent English (verbal, reading, writing) skills; strong problem identification and resolution skills.
• GCC experience preferred.

SYSTRA is an equal opportunities company; this position is open to all applicants.