Project Manager - Rolling Stock

SYSTRA • Montreal, QC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The role centers on leading project operations end-to-end—aligning engineering, procurement, schedule, budget, and risk to ensure contract-compliant delivery and seamless client communication.

Requirements

• Completion of a degree in applied science, engineering, or a related discipline – or a combination of education, training and experience deemed equivalent
• Minimum of five (5) years project or production management experience related to the manufacture, design, testing, inspection, and commissioning of passenger railcars or 10 years experience for other heavy-duty vehicles.
• Experience in manufacturing or construction environment a must, preferably in rail or heavy vehicle industries
• Clear verbal and written communication skills, both in French and in English
• Aptitude for coordinating remote activities between multidisciplinary team members
• Implement collaborative approach with internal and external members to foster team building and strategic growth
• Ability to work with various business partners including: production staff, professional consultants, small to multinational vendors, etc.
• Available to travel to Los Angeles for 1-2 weeks on some occasions.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingualism is therefore fundamental to building strong relationships with our customers, understanding their specific needs, communicating effectively in their preferred language and facilitating strategic meetings.

Responsibilities

• Lead production operations with the onsite representative and service providers, ensuring day-to-day execution.
• Ensure contract-compliant delivery by coordinating engineering and procurement requests and aligning deliverables.
• Monitor and control project progress and schedule, including materials deliveries and warranty issue resolution.
• Manage project budgeting and reporting to the executive team and prepare client-facing correspondence and reports.
• Maintain the risk register, track out-of-scope work, and prepare proposals for contract change orders.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed