Project Configuration and Change Manager

Req ID:464796 

We create smart innovations to meet the mobility challenges of today and tomorrow. We design and manufacture a complete range of transportation systems, from high-speed trains to electric buses and driverless trains, as well as infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility solutions. Joining us means joining a truly global community of more than 75 000 people dedicated to solving real-world mobility challenges and achieving international projects with sustainable local impact.  

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• Responsible for the application of the Configuration and Change Management process within the program/ project
• Keeps the project / program under Configuration and Change Management control.
• Plans, integrates, develops, drives and monitors the application of the Configuration and Change Management process as described in the Configuration and Change Management internal Procedures. Ensures all involved functions, Métiers, Suppliers and/ or Sub-Systems follow the CCM rules defined and agreed in the Configuration Management Plan (CMP).

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Applies Configuration and Change standard procedures, instructions, templates etc. and ensures that team members do not bypass them.
• Plans, implements and drives CCM process within their project or program and represents the CCM Métier in project and site meetings.
• Creates, aligns, maintains and releases the Configuration Management Plan including the Change Management Setup (Change Boards, R&R, interfaces, Accelerated Processes etc.) latest until end of Launch phase together with project/ program core team and ensures that plans of other functions are harmonized with the CMP and checks and updates the CMP during whole Project Life Cycle (if necessary).
• Analyses, reviews and provides the compliance statement on CCM related requirements (customer, partner and internal).
• Creates and maintains the Configuration Strategy and publishes Configuration Baselines and Target Configurations (consistency checking, Baseline Release Notes).
• Identifies, verifies the items to be put under configuration control (Configuration Items and/or Target Items)
• Creates and maintains the Configuration Item List and /or the Target Item List for Configuration Baselines.
• Ensures Supplier Configuration Management incl. CCM requirement negotiation and requested CCM documentation.
• Ensures that Configuration data is recorded and documented, monitoring its compliance.
• Manage the Change Management Process.
• Ensures the "end-to-end" traceability of every change request including assignment to Baseline and/ or Target Configuration.
• Ensures completeness, correctness, clarity and timeline of Change Requests in cooperation with the change requestor from Preparation to Approval to Implementation and Closure.
• Measures / reports CCM process performance / maturity (Key Performance Indicators) and derivates and manages actions (PDCA).
• Ensures all functions involved in the Configuration and Change Management process are capable and conducts trainings if not.
• Ensures the necessary Configuration and Change Management tools are in place including all interfaces (e.g., Partners).
• Ensures effective hand-over of CCM data and responsibilities at the end of key phases (Realization, then Product Introduction/ Service).
• Analyses, reviews and maintains CCM related risks and opportunities and ensures Return of Experience on CCM activities

• Resolves and escalates any CCM related issues in the project / program to the Chief of Development/ Chief of Operations or Project / Program Director and the respective supervisor of the CCM function for resolution.
• Ensures the execution of CCM audits and DfQ Gates for CCM deliverables.
• Leads the PrCCC team within the project / program (if applicable).
• Promoting the Alstom Code of Ethics and adhering to the highest standards of ethical conduct

MAIN REQUIRED COMPETENCES

Educational Requirements

Mandatory:

Graduate of University Degree in any of Engineering / Project Management / Business Management or equivalent

Desirable:

CMII certificate

Experience

Mandatory:

• Profound understanding of Configuration & Change Management and how its related processes such as Requirements Management, Data Management and Document Control inter-relate with the Business Processes
• Experiences in Business Process Management, Project Management, Risk Management, Supply Chain, Engineering and/or Industrialization
• Experiences in working in an international environment
• Fluent English language skills

Desirable:

• Knowledge of Configuration & Change Management related processes of contributing Métiers / Functions
• Leadership skills
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in configuration and change management or business equivalent (depending on assignment)

Competencies & Skills

• Knowledge of railway products, systems and components
• Knowledge of the standard information systems of the digital chain (SAP, PLM, Change Tools, etc.)
• Preferable trained to a recognized Configuration and Change Management standard
• Demonstrates comprehensive communication and diplomacy skills and the ability to guide, influence and convince other without formal leadership
• Understanding of project / program, engineering, production and testing planning
• Systematic, rigorous, proactive and organized, able to sort out different matters at concurrent time period
• Strong multi-tasking skills
• Be clear in the identification of the key issues, opportunities and alternatives.
• Proposes continuous improvement on new ideas and ways about methods, processes and standards in order to achieve or improve performance objectives.
• Coordinates a team of professionals, team leads and/or supervisors engaged in specific tasks related to CCM.
• Is a team worker and sets a good environment for team colleagues.

An agile, inclusive and responsible culture is the foundation of our company where diverse people are offered excellent opportunities to grow, learn and advance in their careers.  We are committed to encouraging our employees to reach their full potential, while valuing and respecting them as individuals.   

Job Type:​Experienced​