Regional IS&T Project Manager

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 Regional IS&T Project Manager in Saint-Bruno, QC, CA we’re looking for? 

Your future role 

Take on a new challenge and apply your project management expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside dedicated, collaborative, and innovative teammates. As an Infrastructure Project Lead, you will be responsible for leading and managing complex infrastructure projects from inception through to successful implementation. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will ensure effective communication, planning, and execution of project goals, and contribute to the development of long-term infrastructure strategies.   
We’ll look to you for: 

• Collaborating with the international network team to assist in designing and implementing new initiatives, 

• Driving the resolution of unusual network configurations for joint ventures, temporary solutions, etc., respecting aggressive timelines and cybersecurity practices, 

• Playing an active role in the implementation of new IT infrastructure, including SDWAN, LAN/Wi-Fi (Cisco and Juniper), Firewall (Fortinet), and IoT implementations, 

• Providing project direction, leadership, and coordination to team members, building and maintaining a high-performance team culture, 

• Managing budgets, resources, and contracts to ensure successful project delivery within approved scope, budget, and timelines, 

• Leading the planning, design, implementation, and delivery of complex infrastructure projects, ensuring they are on-time, within budget, and to the satisfaction of stakeholders, 

• Building and maintaining relationships with cross-functional teams, internal stakeholders, and external suppliers to ensure effective collaboration and communication throughout the project lifecycle, 

• Developing project plans, scheduling project timelines, tracking project progress, and reporting project outcomes to senior leadership and stakeholders, 

• Facilitating the implementation of new or upgraded WAN/telecom circuits and serving as a technical support contact during outages, 

• Hands-on IT problem solving will be required on occasion 

Position in the Organisation  
     Organisation Structure  

          - Lead Infrastructure activities as part of Operations team  

     Organisational Reporting  

          - Reports directly to Americas Operations Lead  

     Network & Links  

          - Internal:  Project stakeholders, End users, Local Management, IS&T organization (Business Partners, Project Managers, Central IS&T Teams)  

          - External: On-Site Support, Infrastructure Partners, Venders  

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. 

• Educational Requirements 
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Engineering; supported by solid experience in Project management with a focus on IT infrastructure Design and support. 
• Knowledge / Experience   

  • Network design and implementation  

  • Proven experience in project management in the IS&T field, including successful delivery of projects on time, within budget, and to the satisfaction of stakeholders.  

  • Strong breadth of knowledge and interest in IS&T and network/infrastructure topics.  

  • Ability to coordinate multi-cultural and diverse teams in a productive and respectful manner.  

  • Strong ability to manage multiple priorities and competing timelines, while maintaining attention to detail.  

  • PMP certification is preferred.  

  • Working languages: Advanced level of French and English proficiency required. Spanish, or Portuguese language skills are a plus. 

• Behavioural and Technical Skills / Competencies    
  • Knowledge:  
    • Network / Infra  
    • Over all IT Domain 
    • Project Management                
    • Data Centre Facilities general knowledge  
    • Enterprise architecture   
    • Process and methodology (ITIL)  
    • Change Management  
    • Demonstrated experience working within IT domain projects with a focus on network infrastructure 
  •  Behavioural Competencies:  
    • This is a global role that requires experience in influencing change across a diverse range of IS&T and business stakeholders. As a leader of distributed teams, you will be essential to achieving success in this role. A strong and practical leadership style coupled with a pragmatic approach to continuous improvement will be key to success, along with exceptional communications skills to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels of the organization. 

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: 

• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues, 

• Work with cutting-edge IT infrastructure, including SDWAN, LAN/Wi-Fi (Cisco and Juniper), Firewall (Fortinet), and IoT implementations, 

• Utilise our dynamic and supportive working environment, 

• Contribute to innovative projects, 

• 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 (life, medical, pension) 

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.