Req ID:527819

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.

Could you be the full-time Planning Manager in Toronto, Canada, we’re looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your expertise in project planning and time management to a transformative initiative. You’ll work alongside dynamic and collaborative teammates.

You’ll play a pivotal role in supporting scheduling teams and liaising with construction and testing and commissioning teams, ensuring seamless internal and external reporting. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (Project Managers, Engineering, Sourcing, Supply Chain, and Quality teams), coordinate scheduling deliverables, and provide proactive updates and insights to key stakeholders.

You’ll specifically take care of developing and maintaining project schedules and facilitating internal and external stakeholder synchronization, but also contribute to the construction and testing & commissioning knowledge of the project schedule.

We’ll look to you for:

- Defining and maintaining the Project Time Management Plan and keeping it updated based on stakeholder inputs

- Building and maintaining the project schedule, ensuring it reflects the project execution strategy and contractual targets

- Coordinating internal and external stakeholder commitments and managing schedule interfaces

- Performing schedule analysis, trade-offs, and risk assessments to address potential delays or gaps





- Leading periodic project schedule sessions and providing timely updates on schedule progress

- Preparing progress reports for customers, core teams, and partners

- Promoting time management awareness within the project team

- Coaching planning teams on best practices and contributing to the return of experience (REX)

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:

- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related discipline

- 7-10 years’ experience in project planning or scheduling management, preferably in complex, design-build projects

- Proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS-Project software

- Advanced MS Office skills, particularly in MS-Excel

- Experience with resource-loaded schedules, Earned Value Management (EVM), and Schedule of Values (SOV)

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills

- Resilience, adaptability, and a cooperative mindset

- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, multicultural environment

- Knowledge of railway products and systems is desirable but not required

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:

- Enjoy stability, challenges, and a long-term career free from boring daily routines





- Work with cutting-edge standards for rail signalling and project management

- Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues

- Contribute to innovative projects that make a tangible impact

- Utilise our flexible and inclusive working environment

- Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries

- Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning

- Progress towards senior leadership or specialized technical roles

- Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognizes your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension)

Compensation

The expected compensation for this role is $110,000 – $145,000 CAD per year, plus benefits and eligibility for an annual performance bonus. Final compensation will be based on skills, experience, and internal equity.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring

We do not use artificial intelligence in the recruiting process for this role.

Interview Process & Candidate Communication

Candidates who participate in an interview for this role will be informed of the hiring decision within 45 days of their final interview date.

This job posting represents an existing vacancy.

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.

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📌 Planning Manager (Canada)
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