Posted by ALSTOM, one of the world’s leading providers of sustainable and intelligent mobility solutions, is currently hiring a Project Scheduler – Train Development to join its growing team in Saint-Bruno, Quebec, Canada. With more than 80,000 employees worldwide, ALSTOM designs and delivers high-speed trains, metros, monorails, trams, signaling systems, infrastructure, and digital mobility solutions that help connect cities across the globe.
This exciting hybrid full-time opportunity is ideal for professionals with experience in project planning, scheduling, engineering, construction, transportation, or industrial project management. Successful candidates will work on complex rail development projects while collaborating with international teams and helping deliver innovative transportation solutions.
If you’re looking for a rewarding career in project scheduling with one of the world’s most respected rail technology companies, this could be your next opportunity.
Job Overview
| Job Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Company | ALSTOM |
| Position | Project Scheduler – Train Development |
| Location | Saint-Bruno, Quebec, Canada |
| Employment Type | Full-Time |
| Work Model | Hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote) |
| Industry | Rail Transportation / Engineering |
| Experience | Project Planning / Scheduling |
| Languages | French and English Required |
Job Summary
As a Project Scheduler (Project Planner), you’ll play a critical role in ensuring rail projects are delivered on schedule while meeting technical, contractual, and organizational requirements.
Working alongside project managers, engineers, procurement teams, suppliers, and international stakeholders, you’ll develop, maintain, and optimize project schedules, monitor project performance, identify risks, and support strategic decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.
This permanent role offers the opportunity to work on innovative transportation projects while developing your career within a global leader in rail technology.
Key Responsibilities
As a Project Scheduler, your responsibilities will include:
- Develop and maintain detailed project schedules.
- Structure planning activities according to ALSTOM standards.
- Update project schedules using field progress data.
- Collect, validate, and consolidate project progress information.
- Identify schedule delays, risks, and critical path impacts.
- Produce planning reports and performance dashboards.
- Monitor project KPIs and earned value metrics.
- Participate in project steering committees and schedule reviews.
- Coordinate with engineering, procurement, suppliers, and project teams.
- Support contractual schedule commitments.
- Proactively communicate schedule deviations and recommend corrective actions.
Required Qualifications
To qualify for this position, candidates should have:
- Engineering degree or equivalent university qualification.
- Experience in project scheduling or planning.
- Experience within engineering, construction, transportation, energy, or industrial environments is preferred.
- Knowledge of project management principles.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication abilities.
- Ability to work within multicultural and cross-functional teams.
- Fluency in both French and English.
Preferred Technical Skills
Successful candidates should have experience with:
- Primavera P6
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft Excel
- Project scheduling methodologies
- KPI reporting
- Earned Value Management (EVM)
- Risk analysis
- Critical Path Method (CPM)
Why Join ALSTOM?
Working at ALSTOM offers far more than just a job. Employees become part of a global organization committed to shaping the future of sustainable transportation.
Benefits include:
- Hybrid work arrangement
- Career development opportunities
- International project exposure
- Award-winning learning programs
- Leadership development pathways
- Life insurance
- Health insurance
- Pension plan
- Competitive compensation
- Flexible work environment
- Inclusive workplace culture
- Opportunities to work with global experts
Work Environment
The role is based in Saint-Bruno, Quebec, with a hybrid work model consisting of:
- Three days onsite
- Two days working remotely
The position involves collaborating with international teams across multiple locations and supporting complex rail development projects.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should Apply Here.
Before submitting your application:
- Prepare an updated resume highlighting your project planning experience.
- Showcase experience with scheduling software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
- Highlight engineering, industrial, or infrastructure project experience.
- Demonstrate your bilingual proficiency in French and English.
Because recruitment may close once suitable candidates are identified, early application is recommended.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is this a permanent position?
Yes. This is a permanent full-time position.
Is remote work available?
Yes. The position follows a hybrid schedule with three onsite days and two remote days each week.
Do I need project planning experience?
Yes. Experience in project planning or scheduling is required.
Which software should applicants know?
Knowledge of Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and Excel is highly preferred.
Is French required?
Yes. Candidates must be proficient in both French and English.
What industries are preferred?
Experience in engineering, construction, transportation, industrial projects, or energy sectors is considered an advantage.
What benefits does ALSTOM offer?
Employees receive competitive compensation, life insurance, health insurance, pension plans, professional development opportunities, and flexible hybrid working arrangements.
The Project Scheduler – Train Development position at ALSTOM offers an excellent opportunity for project planning professionals looking to advance their careers in Canada’s growing rail transportation industry. With hybrid flexibility, global collaboration, excellent benefits, and opportunities for long-term career growth, this role is ideal for individuals passionate about delivering complex engineering projects and contributing to smarter, greener mobility solutions.