Zürich
Project Manager Rail Construction & Rail Technology (m/f/d)
- 10 September 2026
- 60 – 100%
- Permanent position
- CHF 115 000 - 120 000 /year
- German (Intermediate), English (Intermediate)
- Zürich
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Project Manager Rail Construction & Rail Technology (m/f/d)
Salary - CHF115,000 - 120,000Do you think in tracks, switches and overhead lines? Our Rocken partner plans and realises complex railway systems - from the initial idea to commissioning. The company supports clients through all project phases and combines technical know-how with pragmatic implementation. The spectrum ranges from planning and design to client support, tendering and expert reports. Experienced engineers work closely with customers to develop tailor-made solutions. Short decision-making paths and direct communication characterise the working style. Here, professional competence is just as important as the willingness to take responsibility. Are you ready to drive demanding rail projects forward? Then our Rocken partner looks forward to your application.
Role:
On behalf of the client, we are looking for an experienced specialist as Project Manager Rail Infrastructure & Track for the planning and management of demanding railway infrastructure projects. You will take on the overall project management and coordination of specialist services in interdisciplinary and partly international large projects and accompany projects from the study through design to execution. A focus is on track renewals and the design of railway systems for Swiss railway infrastructure operators. In addition to technical project responsibility, you will contribute to the acquisition of new mandates and develop economical, buildable and operationally coordinated solutions.
Responsibilities:
Management and design of demanding rail infrastructure and track projects
Assumption of overall project management in interdisciplinary and partly international large projects
Leadership and coordination of involved specialist services, engineering disciplines and project teams
Planning and management of track renewals for Swiss railway infrastructure operators
Design of track, trackbed and railway-related infrastructure facilities
Preparation of feasibility studies, variant analyses and technical concepts
Accompanying projects through the relevant planning, tendering and execution phases
Coordination of interfaces to traction power, signalling systems, cable systems, civil engineering structures and other rail technology specialist services
Control and monitoring of costs, schedules, quality and project risks
Consideration of operational phases, closure intervals and railway operational requirements in planning and implementation
Preparation and coordination of tender, award and execution documents
Participation in offers, acquisitions and the development of new rail projects
Qualifications:
University degree as civil, environmental or transport engineer FH/ETH
Professional experience in the design and/or execution of rail and railway infrastructure projects
Knowledge in track, rail or general rail infrastructure planning
Experience in project management and leading interdisciplinary project teams
Knowledge of relevant Swiss railway standards, planning processes and regulations is an advantage
Very good German and English skills; additional languages are an advantage
Benefits:
- Attractive benefits in case of illness or accident: private ward supplementary insurance for accidents
- Flexible working hours: flexible working hours (annual working time), part-time possible in all positions
- Numerous employee events: weekly team lunch in a sustainable restaurant, several company events and trips annually (for example to Innotrans)
- Sporting activities: weekly yoga session over lunch near the office
- Above-average holidays and days off: attractive and flexible working conditions with annual working time, five weeks’ holiday and two weeks’ company holiday over Christmas/New Year
- Attractive training and development opportunities: great scope for initiative and opportunities for professional development
- Open corporate culture: a motivating and appreciative corporate culture
- Interesting and varied activities/projects: exciting, future-oriented projects in public transport
- Experienced and dynamic team: an agile, innovative and creative team
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