Lead Project Scheduler

Req ID:487497

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, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the full-time hybrid Lead Project Scheduler in Pittsburgh, PA, US we're looking for?

Your future role

"Take on a new challenge and apply your project scheduling and time management expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You'll work alongside collaborative and proactive teammates.
You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring on-time delivery (OTD) performance by developing and maintaining project schedules while fostering synchronization among internal stakeholders. Day-to-day, you'll work closely with teams across the business (Project Management, Finance, and Engineering), analyze critical paths and risks, and ensure the consistency of stakeholder commitments-and much more."

We'll look to you for:

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  Analyzing the schedule management requirements of the Customer (contractual tool, schedule structure, reporting constraints, etc.).,

  
  
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  Defining tender preparation schedules and monitoring them until the submission of the tender.,

  
  
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  Detailing the tender schedule based on Reference Library templates, gap analysis, Metiers commitments, and PXO tender strategy.,

  
  
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  Highlighting the critical path and risks linked to the project schedule and proposing optimization and mitigation actions.,

  
  
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  Contributing to the project strategy with the project schedule in compliance with contractual requirements.,

  
  
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  Defining and maintaining the Project Time Management Plan based on inputs from all stakeholders and keeping it updated.,

  
  
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  Building the project schedule based on internal standard WBS, contractual targets, and data provided by all stakeholders.,

  
  
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  Organizing and leading periodic project schedule sessions.,

  
  
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  Providing timely updated schedule situations highlighting the gap between the actual and the baseline.,

  
  
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  Promoting time management practices awareness in the project team."

  
  

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. That's why we don't expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we've listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

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  Degree in Engineering or a related field (a combination of experience and education may substitute for a degree). ,

  
  
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  Experience or understanding of project planning/project controls (minimum of 4 years). ,

  
  
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  Knowledge of planning software such as P6 (Planisware knowledge is a plus). ,

  
  
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  Familiarity with railway products and systems (preferred but not required). ,

  
  
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  Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment. ,

  
  
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  Agility to manage schedules, simulate scenarios, and adapt to changing project goals. ,

  
  
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  Conflict management and multi-tasking abilities. ,

  
  
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  Forensic planning skills (preferred). ,

  
  
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  Proactive mindset with the ability to challenge project teams and propose solutions.

  
  

Things you'll enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey - the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You'll also:

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  Contribute to innovative projects,

  
  
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  Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines ,

  
  
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  Work with dynamic project teams to ensure on-time delivery and schedule optimization ,

  
  
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  Progress towards mastering advanced scheduling techniques and leadership in project time management ,

  
  
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  Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning,

  
  
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  Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries

  
  

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.

Alstom is a global company where our people vision and values embrace Diversity and Inclusion (D&I). Wherever we operate and across all our businesses, we want to create an inclusive culture in which diversity is welcomed and appreciated. By bringing together people from diverse backgrounds and giving everyone the opportunity to contribute with their knowledge, skills, experiences and perspectives, we also generate value for Alstom and its stakeholders.

Employment at Alstom is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Alstom does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.

It is Alstom's policy to comply with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to non-discrimination and equal opportunity. The Company's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy, as well as its affirmative action obligations, includes the full and complete support of the Company. Because it's just the right thing to do. We hope you think so, too.