Project Permits Manager

Req ID:522670 

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

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

The Permits Manager is responsible for defining, structuring, coordinating and securing the entire process related to the preparation, submission and approval of administrative permits (IDR, IDP, PGD, PZI, PIO) required for a project, in compliance with the Serbian Law on Planning and Construction.

The role ensures that all permitting activities are properly integrated within the project execution, and that all required approvals are obtained in line with the project schedule.

MAIN RESPONSABILITIES

• Act as the internal and external reference point for all permitting matters
• Assess and confirm applicability of the Serbian Construction Law to the metro project context
• Define the full permitting process, including stages, inputs and outputs (IDR, IDP, PGD, PZI, PIO)
• Define and collect required technical inputs from all project stakeholders
• Ensure alignment of the permitting process with the overall project schedule
• Define scope of work and manage the Responsible Designer (RD) subcontractor
• Coordinate with Engineering teams (Turnkey, Signalling, Track, Power Supply, etc.) to ensure timely inputs
• Manage the full workflow of permit documentation production and obtain its approval
• Coordinate with Employer, Civil Works Contractor and authorities as required
• Ensure compliance of all submissions with applicable laws and project requirements

MAIN REQUIRED COMPETENCES:

• Advanced University Degree in Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum 15–20 years in permitting / infrastructure
• Strong experience with Serbian Planning and Construction Law
• Strong experience in permitting processes (design approvals, construction permits, etc.)
• Experience in railway or metro projects is a strong advantage

Competencies & Skills

• Strong coordination and stakeholder management
• Ability to structure complex processes
• Strong knowledge of design phases and deliverables
• Proactive and structured approach
• Fluent in English
• Rigorous, structured and sense of anticipation,
• Good Communications and interpersonal skills, excellent team worker,
• Conflict management and multi-tasking,
• Collaborative management,
• Be able to challenge sub-system team and highly initiative taking in proposing solutions,
• Comfortable in an international and a multi-cultural environment

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.

Job Type:​Experienced​