Location:Cairo, Cairo, EgyptJob ID:R1013185Date Posted:2026-08-03Company Name:Hitachi Rail GTS Egypt LLCProfession (Job Category):Project/Program ManagementJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoAbout UsA career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.Job Description:JOB OBJECTIVEResponsible for developing, monitoring, and controlling project schedules to ensure the successful delivery of projects. The role involves planning, progress measurement, forecasting, risk analysis, resource loading, and providing management and project stakeholders with accurate schedule performance reports.Analyzing project schedules to identify delays, disruptions, and their causes. The role involves conducting detailed forensic schedule analysis, supporting claims preparation, dispute resolution, and providing expert insights on time-related issues in construction or engineering projects.ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for creating, updating and monitoring Project schedules in P6 including customer, partners and suppliers’ dependencies.Provide reports/metrics including Critical Path, Earned Value, S-Curves, EAC variance, Critical milestones movement, KPIs & labor forecasts.Generate clear comprehensive reporting to management and stakeholders as required by process or contractSupport and drive schedule optimization efforts to increase float, secure delivery, and reduce costs/rework.Analyze the data in these reports to identify trends, risks, and issues & work with the Core Team to resolve themSupport critical Bids that require a full schedule in the Bid submission:Analyze the tender documents, and assess all contractual requirements for both the Bid submission and the Contract execution,create a comprehensive and effective Schedule Narrative when requiredproduce an estimate of the level of effort for the planning function in the projectlead the creation of a project schedule to the level required to be submitted in the bidPerform forensic schedule analysis to assess project delays and disruptionsReview baseline schedules, updated programs, and project documentationIdentify critical path activities and evaluate delay impactsConduct cause-and-effect analysis of delays (excusable, compensable, concurrent)Support Legal and Contracts in Extension of Time (EOT) claims preparation and review submitted claimsDevelop delay analysis methodologies such as TIA, Windows Analysis, and As-built vs As plannedSupport claims and dispute resolution including arbitration and litigationPrepare technical reports and expert documentsCollaborate with project managers, legal teams, and consultantsAnalyze productivity loss, disruption, and acceleration claimsWORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS6-7 years of experience in complex technology-based projects, preferably within the Metro/ Rail SectorExpert level skills in Primavera P6 & Microsoft Project softwareAdvanced/Expert skills in Microsoft ExcelAble to understand complex technology & resolve complex problemsExcellent reporting and communication skillsProactive, able to work independently with little oversight or guidanceAble to plan and manage program schedules including projects requiring over 1,500 activitiesKnowledge of TILOS & Primavera Risk analysis will be added advantage.Understanding of contract conditions (FIDIC, NEC)PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSSkills and Abilities:Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field7 years of experience in planning/scheduling2 years in forensic planning or claims analysisProfessional certifications such as PMP, PSP, or MRICS (preferred)Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at https://www.hitachirail.com/careers.At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.We would be delighted if you would be one of our followers at https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail