Project Planning Manager (f/m/d)

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, 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 Project Planning Manager(f/m/d) in Siegen? We're looking for you.

Your Future Role

Our Siegen site is an international competence center for bogies. 800 colleagues develop, manufacture, test, and repair bogies for global rail traffic, ensuring stability and comfort on the tracks. Our corporate functions play a key role in supporting and continuously improving the performance of our sites. You'll report to Ildiko ZORGEL and work alongside a dedicated and enthusiastic team.

We'll look for you to:

• Contribute to the Project Time Management Plan defined by the Lead Unit Senior Project Planning Manager (PrPM).
• Build and maintain the project schedule for the Bogies sub-system based on the internal standard Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), contractual targets, and stakeholder inputs.
• Ensure consistency and alignment of commitments across internal and external stakeholders.
• Build and control project schedules across international teams.
• Track progress, risks and critical paths to ensure on‑time delivery.
• Support Earned Value Management and project reporting.
• Lead planning reviews and drive continuous improvement.

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:

• Degree in engineering, business, or equivalent.
• Experience or understanding of project scheduling, with a planning certification or project scheduler experience being an advantage.
• Confident working with planning tools and structured processes.
• A structured and process‑oriented approach with strong multi‑tasking and conflict management skills.
• Excellent communication, moderation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural, cross‑site, and cross‑functional team environment.
• Willingness to travel occasionally and engage in continuous learning and development.
• Fluency in German and English (written and spoken).
• Fluent in German and English (French is a plus).

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:

• Experience a dynamic work environment with a permanent position at a leading company for green mobility.
• Enjoy a competitive remuneration package (IG Metall), 30 days of vacation, and benefits such as company pension plans and subsidised "Deutschlandticket" (Job Ticket).
• Optimise work‑life balance with flexible working hours and hybrid working models.
• Explore growth opportunities and steer your career across functions and countries.
• Benefit from excellent training opportunities through our award‑winning Alstom University and participate in the company's innovation culture through idea management programmes.
• Thrive in a modern and collaborative workplace featuring mentor and buddy programmes, diversity & inclusion initiatives, CSR activities, and engaging employee events.
• Enjoy a comprehensive corporate health management with various initiatives such as physiotherapy, massages, flu vaccinations, blood donation drives, etc.
• Access corporate benefits and work‑life service to receive support and guidance on childcare, caregiving, and household services.

Equal Opportunities Statement

As an employer, Alstom stands for equal opportunities. By creating an inclusive work environment where all employees are encouraged to realise their full potential, individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants are considered solely on the basis of their qualifications, regardless of skin colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ethnic and national origin, disability or other legally protected characteristics.