About the role
The Assistant Manager – S&T plays a pivotal role in the successful planning, execution, and coordination of Signal & Telecommunication (S&T) projects within the railway industry. This position is critical to ensuring that all S&T systems—ranging from signaling infrastructure and train control systems to communication networks and safety-critical technologies—are delivered on time, within budget, and in strict compliance with national and international standards, design specifications, and regulatory requirements. The incumbent will lead technical oversight of design activities, including guidance, checking, and reviewing of engineering deliverables, while fostering seamless collaboration across multidisciplinary teams including design, site execution, safety, and quality assurance. The role demands a high degree of technical precision, project coordination acumen, and proactive risk management to support client inspections, regulatory compliance, and smooth project handover. This position is essential to maintaining operational safety, system reliability, and the overall integrity of railway infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Support
the planning, execution, and coordination of S&T project activities
across all phases, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality
benchmarks.
- Manage the execution of S&T design works,
including providing technical guidance, conducting thorough checks, and
reviewing engineering drawings, specifications, and documentation.
- Coordinate
closely with design, site, safety, and QA teams to ensure alignment on
technical requirements, project timelines, and compliance standards.
- Track
project schedules, monitor progress against milestones, and proactively
address delays or bottlenecks, including managing material availability
and procurement timelines.
- Prepare detailed technical
reports, Daily Progress Reports (DPRs), weekly/monthly progress
presentations, and project status updates for internal and client
stakeholders.
- Ensure all S&T installations and systems comply with approved drawings, technical specifications, and statutory regulations.
- Support
and coordinate client and safety authority inspections, including
preparing documentation, addressing findings, and implementing
corrective actions.
- Assist in the supervision and
performance evaluation of subcontractors involved in S&T works,
ensuring adherence to technical, safety, and quality standards.
- Facilitate technical meetings, design reviews, and interface management sessions with internal and external stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate project records, drawings, and change management logs in compliance with project documentation protocols.
RequirementsRequirements
- Bachelor’s
degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics & Telecommunications,
or a related field; postgraduate qualification or professional
certification (e.g., PMP, PE, or equivalent) is highly desirable.
- Minimum
of 8–10 years of progressive experience in railway Signal &
Telecommunication systems, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or
coordination role.
- Proven experience in managing design
reviews, technical checks, and approvals for S&T systems in
large-scale railway projects.
- Strong understanding of
railway signaling standards (e.g., ETCS, CBTC, ITC, or national
equivalents), communication systems (e.g., GSM-R, LTE-R), and
safety-critical systems.
- Proficiency in project management
tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6) and technical documentation
software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, or similar).
- Excellent
analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with attention
to detail and a strong commitment to safety and quality.
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate across cross-functional teams and manage subcontractor performance effectively.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present technical information clearly to diverse audiences.
- Familiarity
with project compliance frameworks, QA/QC processes, and regulatory
requirements (e.g., RDSO, AAR, UIC, or equivalent).
- Willingness to travel to project sites and work under challenging field conditions when required.