International Bid & Transport Project Engineer

International Bid & Transport Project Engineer

AMEA Region & International Zone is looking for an International Bid & Transport Project Engineer to be based in headquarters (Issy Les Moulineaux, France). You will report to the Senior Vice President in charge of Asia, Middle East & Africa. Because we operate a wide range of transportation modes (Metro, Commuter Trains, LRT/Tramways, Bus Rapid Transit, Buses, Coaches, ferries, etc.) and are established in 19 countries across five continents, everywhere we are we aspire to promote the initiative of our multicultural teams. Joining Transdev means joining men and women who serve others and work in a meaningful industry: mobility.

Missions

• Participate & answer to various market sounding (LRT & Tramways, Metro, Commuter Trains, (e)Bus / Bus Rapid Transit, etc.)
• Understand & update competitive landscape & liaise as required with various stakeholders.
• Analyse transport and mobility trends on targeted networks/countries with the support of demographics/mobility survey or operational ridership data.
• Carry out studies on operational and contractual performance, supported by a data‑driven approach. Data could be collected and treated accurately in various streams: Network Design, Planning, Operations, Fleet Maintenance, Facilities Management.
• Collaborate in the preparation of tenders and bids.
• Be part of the strategy definition and planning of the proposal.
• Analyse, study & summarise tender documents (PPP, O&M, Management Contracts, etc.)
• Contribute to the preparation of administrative documentation for tenders (RFQ & RFP).
• Compile technical information and prepare the technical report related to the evaluation criteria for the award of contracts.
• Contribute to the preparation of the technical and economic documentation required covering various topics (HR, Operations, Maintenance, etc.)
• Carry negotiations and procurement process with suppliers at tender (and for implementation phase)
• Manage and supervise studies done by subcontractors (Scheduler, Bus Manufacturers, ITS Suppliers, Consultants, …)
• Collaborate and steer technically work carried by Group Experts (Data Scientists, IT/ITS Group experts)
• Collaborate with other departments of Transdev (Legal, Operations & Technical Support, HR, Finance, Ethics & Compliance, Insurance, etc.) and partners involved.
• Support business development by conducting innovation benchmarking and collecting best practices within the group and the market when required.
• Prepare notes, presentations on various topics as part of business development & internal governance processes.

Required Education and Experience

• Degree in Engineering (Preferred)
• Fluent English, a second language is a plus

Skills

• Strong analytical and organisational skill
• Capability to adjust to always evolving environments
• Highly collaborative, flexible and adaptable team‑player
• Open to new cultures
• Negotiation skills both with internal and external stakeholders
• Willing to work hard and resilient
• Strong technical & financial background
• Robust Excel modelling skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Interest in public transport & infrastructure
• Competency in data treatment and processing (through advanced functions of Excel, VBA, R, Python)
• Knowledge of transport planning theory
• Knowledge of maintenance principles (various modes of transport)
• Competency using GIS (Geographic Information System): QGIS, Transcad, Visum or equivalent.

Location

Transdev HQ, Issy‑Les‑Moulineaux

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Analyst, Project Management, and Engineering