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. The Wayside Domestic is a pivot for a sustainable and profitable business of D&IS in Italy. It leads the execution and overall Alstom performance with regards to Wayside Signaling Projects (Interlocking, ERTMS and TMS technologies) for the Italian market. Project Portfolio Manager Responsibilities Manage and coordinate a portfolio of projects assigned to a team of Project Managers accountable for related QCDP (Quality, Cost, Delivery and Performance) commitments. Serve as the line manager of those project managers. Be accountable for the QCDP performance of the projects in the portfolio. Allocate proper Project Management resources, arbitrating per Alstom priorities in case of conflicts and collaborating with all stakeholders. Interface with Country Project Director, MD and third parties to synchronize actions towards Customers and secure overall Alstom strategy. Be accountable for project portfolio execution, together with Project Managers, Project Director and Customer Directors through MPR (Management Project Review) & FPR (Financial Project Review). Report to destination country management the main issues and risks on projects within the scope of responsibility. Help to optimize usage of resources, create synergies in ways of working and project execution strategies. Act as the Customer interface when required depending on the project portfolio organizational set‑up and/or support the Customer Directors / Project Managers on customer management related topics. Project Portfolio Management Be accountable for project portfolio financial performance (Margin & Cash). Be accountable for their project portfolio operational performances (e.g. PPI, Time related KPIs such as OTD and DFQ Go On Time). Liaise with Site MD, Site Tender and Project Directors, Country PMO and Global Planning to ensure resource capabilities and availabilities are fitting portfolio needs, and set priorities among the project portfolio for resource allocation aligned with Alstom objectives of profitability. Be accountable for project portfolio execution, together with Project Managers, Project Director and Customer Directors through MPR & FPR. Be accountable to report to destination country management the main issues and risks on projects within the scope of responsibility. Help to optimize usage of resources, and to make synergies in the ways of working and the project execution strategies. Act as the Customer interface if required depending on the project portfolio organizational set‑up and/or supports the Customer Directors / Project Managers on customer management related topics. Project Team Management Manage the Project Managers of the Portfolio, assess and develop their competencies. Operational Support to Project Team Follow‑up of the Projects QCDP: cash, sales, design for quality milestones and progress follow‑up (manufacturing, testing, commissioning, warranty…) from work packages/sub‑system reviews, MPRs, FPRs. Ensure good support from the “métiers” to their team of Project Managers for day‑to‑day business. Provide support in the management of risks and savings, mitigation and cost reduction action plans and the identification and negotiation of opportunities. Propose and provide support for improvement action plans in projects during Project reviews (MPR, FPR). Contribute to action plans related to process, product and organization. When issues on Projects occur between sites, which are escalated, facilitate arbitration between sites in collaboration with the Site MD. Performance Measurement As project portfolio Manager: Projects performance: Project QCD targets as per Project Review commitments; Project Performance Indicator (PPI); Project Working Capital (PWC) and Cash‑in (Cash Performance Indicator); Gate Review Go on time (DFQ Go On Time). Customer Satisfaction: Safety issues and critical issues management reactivity (K1, K2, K3 criteria). Risks mitigation and Savings Management: FPR commitments/targets and budget engagements. Demonstrate synergies within portfolio. EHS when applicable. APSYS projects score. As a Manager: People Management & Development, training and development plan execution. Educational and Professional Requirements Master degree. Previous, extensive experience as project / program / portfolio / métier management (10+ years) in complex development environment, better if in Signaling & Infrastructure sectors. Previous transversal and/or international assignment in leadership role. Experience in team and resources management and planning. Experience working in and with multi‑national companies and in different business cultures. Desirable Requirements IPMA/PMP certified. Experience in managing/developing public works contracts in Italy. Knowledgeable of signaling technologies. Established external and/or internal network. Knowledgeable of ALSTOM way of working for efficient process/project execution. Competencies & Skills Strategic vision. Management skills. Project Management skills. Team management (capacity to coordinate and ensure collaboration of multi‑site/multi‑functional teams). Leadership, entrepreneurship mindset and result oriented (Ability to mediate, decision maker). Lean management skills, familiar with associated tools. Good knowledge of railway products and systems. Ability to manage customer relationship. Organizational agility in a matrix environment. Good communications and interpersonal skills. Conflict Management and multitasking abilities. Team working. Knowledge of the Railway Industry and Italian Public Procurement rules. Negotiation skills. Complexity management skills in a structured approach. Location Position located in Italy (D&IS sites: Bologna, Florence, Bari, Rome). Equal Opportunity Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr