Programme Specialist

SYSTRA is one of the worlds leading engineering and consultancy groups specialising in public transport and sustainable mobility. With over 10,300 employees, SYSTRAs 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

Programme Specialist

Missions/Main Duties

• Project Coordination: Support the planning and implementation of high-speed rail projects by assisting Project Managers in development, scheduling, and task prioritization.
• Stakeholder Management: Liaise with clients, partners, subcontractors, authorities, and internal teams to facilitate effective project communication.
• Documentation & Reporting: Prepare and maintain project documentation, status reports, presentations, and relevant correspondence, ensuring data integrity and accuracy.
• Risk & Issue Management: Assist in the identification, assessment, and mitigation of project risks and issues; track progress and support in devising corrective actions.
• Quality Assurance: Monitor compliance with technical standards, safety regulations, and contract requirements. Contribute to audits, reviews, and inspections.
• Budget & Resource Support: Provide support in budget tracking, resource planning, and procurement activities as required.
• Process Improvement: Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance project delivery efficiency.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to UAE and international rail standards, environmental regulations, and health and safety protocols.
  
  

• Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in programme/project management, preferably within rail, public transport, or infrastructure sectors. Previous involvement in high-speed rail projects is an advantage.
• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, or similar); understanding of rail systems, construction, and consultancy processes.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills; ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary and multicultural team.
• Proficiency in English required.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification preferred.