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Signaling Services Project Manager

On-site in Madrid·Added 9 days ago

Alstom

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Overview

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Alstom doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Work on-site in Madrid
No relocation package mentioned.
University degree
“Degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field” — per the ad.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

• Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
• Contribute to innovative projects
• Utilise our cooperative working environment
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive 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.

Requirements

What we're looking for

• Degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field
• Valuable experience managing multidisciplinary systems and/or infrastructure deployment projects
• Strong project management expertise, ideally within the railway signalling sector
• Customer-facing experience and stakeholder management skills
• Knowledge of railway signalling systems is highly valued
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
• Availability to travel when required
• Advanced level of English

The role

More than a job: a mission

We're looking for a Signaling Services Project Manager to lead critical signalling services projects that ensure safe, reliable, and high-performing railway operations. This is a high-impact role managing maintenance, system modifications, and upgrades that keep transport networks running efficiently. You'll work alongside people who show up with ownership, passion, and dedication - because they know what's at stake: the journey home.

What you'll do

• Manage signalling services projects, including L2 and L3 maintenance activities and system upgrades
• Oversee internal and external contract execution while ensuring compliance and financial performance
• Lead project governance, quality management, and risk control activities
• Coordinate suppliers and subcontractors to ensure delivery excellence
• Organise and lead project follow-up meetings with internal and external stakeholders
• Monitor project financials, cash flow, invoicing, and asset optimisation
• Identify, manage, and escalate risks, changes, and claims throughout the project lifecycle
• Support business growth by identifying opportunities for additional services and customer needs

You'll work with sharp, committed teams across engineering, services and supply chain - solving complex challenges that shape the future of mobility.

How success is measured

• Delivery of projects in line with contractual, quality, cost, and schedule commitments
• Effective cash flow and asset optimisation throughout project execution
• Successful management of risks, suppliers, and project stakeholders
• Quality and timeliness of project reporting, invoicing, and governance activities
• Identification of business opportunities and customer value creation

Hiring process

2 steps2 interviews

Application submission
Resume screening · With a Talent Acquisition
Initial interview
With a Talent Acquisition
Typically with Talent Acquisition.
Second interview
With a hiring manager
With the hiring manager.
References and background check
Selection and offer

Candidates not shortlisted receive a rejection email.
Hiring decision communicated within 45 days of the final interview (stated in adverts).

About Alstom

Alstom is a global leader in the rail industry, developing and marketing integrated systems for greener and smarter mobility. The company offers a broad portfolio including rolling stock, infrastructure, and digital rail solutions, with a mission to make rail the backbone of transportation. Alstom's operations span worldwide, providing sustainable foundations for the future of transportation.

In Spain, Alstom has a significant presence with multiple offices and facilities, including in Madrid, Barcelona, Valladolid, and other locations. The company is actively hiring for various roles in Spain, such as railway maintenance engineers, project managers, and technical specialists. Alstom's Spanish operations are involved in both manufacturing and maintenance activities, offering opportunities for international professionals in the rail sector.

Industry: Rail Manufacturing
Founded: 1928
Employees: 50,000–100,000
Headquarters: Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, France
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona, Valladolid and 3 more
Website: alstom.com

Good to know if you are moving

Alstom has a strong presence in Spain with offices in Madrid, Barcelona, Valladolid, and other cities, offering numerous job opportunities in the rail sector.
The company provides roles in engineering, project management, and maintenance, with many positions requiring technical skills in railway systems.
Alstom's Spanish operations are involved in both manufacturing and maintenance, providing a diverse range of career paths for international professionals.
The company is committed to greener mobility, making it an attractive employer for those interested in sustainable transportation solutions.

In their own words

About the company & team

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.

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