Project Manager Switchgear Construction

The Sécheron Hasler Group continues the Swiss tradition of over 140 years in the field of railway technology. We are a leading global provider of electrical and electronic safety components and solutions as well as traction power systems for the rail industry. We also offer solutions for renewable energies, DC grids and other industrial systems. The name Sécheron Hasler Group is a global synonym for Swiss quality and represents a leading reference for products that meet the latest state of the art.

With more than 1,200 employees worldwide, we are represented wherever our customers are at home. Every single employee of the Sécheron Hasler Group contributes to our future success.

We are looking for a dedicated Project Manager (m/f/d) Switchgear Construction 100% for our projects in the field of traction power supply in the Cologne area.

Your tasks:

• Overall responsibility for the technical, schedule-related and economic execution of switchgear projects from planning to on-site commissioning.
• Supervision, technical and organizational management of DC systems within the Sécheron Group, from planning to on-site commissioning.
• Interface function between customers and the project team (international).
• Technical coordination with design, engineering and commissioning.
• Awarding of sub-contractor services to sub-contractors.
• Support of customer acceptances in the plant in Prague and on site at the construction site.
• Quality management and evaluation, tracking and documentation of project risks and implementation of risk mitigation measures
• Schedule planning, cost estimation, project controlling and reporting to the department management.
• Customer, claim and change management

Requirements

• University degree with a focus on electrical engineering, energy technology or industrial engineering (or comparable qualification). Alternatively: Further training as a state-certified technician or electrical master craftsman with project management experience.
• Sound knowledge of switchgear planning, plant construction (medium/high voltage), protection technology, possibly secondary technology.
• Experience in the field as a project manager in plant construction and in the project execution of customer projects.
• Excellent communication and commercial skills.
• Experience in leading a project team, in contract management, claim management and billing procedures.
• Experience in the professional and timely coordination of project phases in the offer preparation, project planning, procurement, execution, commissioning, acceptance.
• You are characterized by a very independent, flexible and reliable way of working and a high level of resilience. You also have good persuasion and assertiveness skills.
• You express yourself excellently in German (at least C2), both verbally and in writing, and communicate well in English (at least B2). Any other language is an advantage.

The following is also an advantage:

• Experience in dealing with network operators, municipal utilities or traction power systems.
• Knowledge of relevant standards VOB, HOAI, and VDE is an advantage.
• Basic knowledge of automation technology. (IEC 61850 is a plus)
• Experience in the professional and timely coordination of suppliers.
• Knowledge of EPLAN, AutoCAD systems.
• Safe handling of MS Office, project management tools (e.g. MS Project, Primavera) and, if applicable, Oracle, SAP.

We offer:

• Flexible working hours and the possibility of working from home.
• Training and development opportunities at home and abroad.
• 30 days of vacation per year.
• Attractive company pension scheme.

Benefits

We have flat hierarchies and direct communication between departments and management levels is encouraged. This allows us to make decisions quickly.

We transfer full responsibility for their professional tasks to our employees. All employees are encouraged to take initiative and contribute to the success of the company and have ample opportunities to develop professionally.

Do you enjoy working independently and responsibly, do you describe yourself as a team player and assertive? If this appeals to you, please apply via the "Apply" button on the right! We look forward to receiving your application.