Project Director Light Rail (f/m/d)

Construction, Engineering & Trades · Architecture & Planning · Construction Management · Project Management

In short

The Project Director Light Rail (f/m/d) will lead critical light rail projects, ensuring alignment with contractual requirements and customer expectations. This role involves defining project strategies, managing resources, leading cross-functional teams, and overseeing project governance and performance within the railway industry.

Responsibilities

Driving project Quality, Cost, Delivery, Planning (QCDP), and Environment Health & Safety (EHS) performance
Defining project strategies and objectives aligned with contract requirements
Leading and coordinating project activities from transfer to close-out, including resource management and team engagement
Ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and managing variation orders
Proactively managing risks, opportunities, and savings
Reporting project progress and KPIs with transparency to senior management
Building and maintaining strong relationships with customers and external stakeholders
Managing stakeholder relationships
Overseeing project governance and performance

Requirements

15 years of experience as a project manager in the railway industry
At least 5 years leading medium-critical projects
Strong project management skills and familiarity with project management processes
Knowledge of railway products, systems, and construction management
Advanced negotiation, conflict resolution, and crisis management skills
Ability to manage complex customer relationships
Leadership, entrepreneurial mindset, and result-oriented approach
Capacity to navigate political contexts and manage complexity
Fluency in English and German

Desired Qualifications

IPMA level A certification or equivalent is desirable

Benefits

Stability, challenges, and a long-term career free from boring daily routines
Work with new security standards for rail signalling
Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
Contribute to innovative projects
Inclusive and flexible working environment
Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
Investment in your development, through award-winning learning
Progress towards senior leadership roles
Fair and dynamic reward package that recognises performance and potential
Comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension)

Skills

Project ManagementRisk ManagementNegotiationConflict ResolutionCrisis ManagementStakeholder ManagementQuality ManagementEHSKPI Reporting

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