Project Assistant
Apply now »Date: 23 Oct 2026
Location: Houston, TX, US
Company: Alstom
Req ID:531813
Your Role, Your Impact
- Create and track purchase request (PR) and ordering material (PO)
- Liaise regularly with the project team to gather information for the Project Manager
- Compile and prepare reports for project reviews
- Prepare meeting agendas, take minutes, and follow up on action items
- Provide support in the preparation of presentations (PowerPoint)
Coordination & Communication
- Organize meetings, including room bookings, equipment, and refreshments
- Act as a reliable point of contact for customers, building strong working relationships at all levels
- Manage emails and telephone calls, including responding on behalf of the Project Director when appropriate
Office & Resource Management
- Manage day‑to‑day office operations including reception of visitors, room allocation, post, invoices, and lunches
- Receive incoming materials and manage warehouse‑related coordination
- Support onboarding of new team members
Travel & Expense Management
- Arrange travel logistics including flights, hotels, and visas
- Manage expense reports using company e‑tools
- Support document administration (DA) and follow up on invoice payments
Documentation
- Support Installation and T&C Team during test procedure submittals and issue resolution
- Support Installation and T&C Team with test report creation, submittals and issue resolution
- Coordinate with documentation manager in tracking document approvals, transmittals, and document submissions.
- Ensure documents are properly version-controlled and archived
Mandatory:
- Strong IT proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet tools
- Company travel booking tools
Desirable:
- SAP knowledge
- Experience with Ariba software
- Experience with Concur
EXPERIENCE
Mandatory
- Basic knowledge of domestic market
- Flexible and the ability to multi task
- English fluency (Both Written & Verbal)
- Able to lift 50 lbs.
COMPETENCE SKILLS
- High level of discretion, confidentiality, and integrity
- Strong sense of urgency and responsiveness
- Ability to work autonomously with initiative and anticipation of issues
- Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Customer‑focused mindset with a strong sense of teamwork
- Commitment to delivering quality service
Alstom, A Great Place to Grow
- Work with advanced digital tools driving the future of rail technology.
- Contribute to global mobility projects with tangible local impact.
- Access continuous learning and career development opportunities within a global network.
Nearest Major Market: Houston
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