Project Manager

SYSTRA is hiring a Project Manager for Dubai. This role is tailored for someone with proven experience managing large-scale transportation or infrastructure projects. If you’re adept at coordinating teams, overseeing project budgets and timelines, and engaging with stakeholders in the transport and engineering sectors, this position could be a great fit. Check the job details below and apply directly.

Project Manager

SYSTRA is one of the world’s leading engineering and consultancy groups specialising in public transport and sustainable mobility. With over 10,300 employees, SYSTRA’s mission is to design safe and sustainable transport solutions to bring people together, develop social inclusion and facilitate access to employment, education and leisure throughout the world.

For 65 years, the Group has been working alongside cities and regions to contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their infrastructure and transport systems, throughout the life cycle of their projects. SYSTRA is involved from the earliest stages of design through to the testing, deployment and maintenance phases. The company provides all its services in over 80 countries worldwide and generates 74% of its turnover internationally. With its new services, SYSTRA supports its clients and partners in their digital, ecological and energy transition, in order to invent the mobility of tomorrow.

Context

As urban populations grow and demand for efficient, reliable public transport increases, metro systems globally are faced with the challenge of expanding capacity and maintaining service quality. Within this context, SYSTRA is committed to ensuring the existing metro network can support both current and future needs.

To achieve this, there is a critical need to evaluate the current metro network and systems through the lens of rolling stock capabilities. Accommodating additional trains requires a thorough understanding of operational, technical, and system-wide implications. Continuous improvement and modernization of rolling stock are essential to maintaining safety, optimizing performance, and meeting evolving passenger expectations.

The Project Manager will play a key role in this strategic initiative by leading studies and assessments, identifying operational and technical gaps, and recommending enhancements specific to rolling stock and related metro infrastructure. The outcomes of this work will directly inform investment decisions and the successful evolution of the metro network.

Missions/Main Duties

• Conduct comprehensive studies on the existing metro network and rolling stock systems.
• Analyze operational data and asset conditions to understand current performance and capacity limitations.
• Evaluate network readiness for integration of additional trains.
• Identify technical and operational gaps that could impact rolling stock operation or the wider metro system.
• Propose enhancements or modifications to existing systems and infrastructure to accommodate new rolling stock requirements.
• Advise on procurement, refurbishment, or technological upgrades aligned with project objectives.
• Prepare technical reports and business cases for recommended improvements.
• Collaborate with internal teams (Engineering, Operations, Maintenance) and external stakeholders (suppliers, authorities).
• Lead workshops and technical discussions to align on requirements and solutions.
• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, budgets, and resources related to rolling stock improvements.
• Monitor progress, ensuring compliance with safety standards and project deliverables.
• Lead risk assessment and mitigation planning.

Profile/Skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering, Transporation Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 15 years’ experience in rolling stock, rail systems, or metro project management.
• Proven knowledge of rolling stock technology, metro network operations, and system integration.
• Demonstrable experience in conducting technical assessments and gap analyses.
• Strong project management skills – planning, scheduling, and reporting.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to work in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment.
• Experience in large-scale metro projects or urban rail enhancements.
• Familiarity with international rail standards and safety requirements.
• Preferably with GCC experience.

Systra is an equal opportunities company; this position is open to all applicants.