Senior Project Manager Railway Signalling — Stadler Rail
- Location
- Wallisellen
- Contract
- Full-time
- Posted
- 32 days ago
Full description
PROFILE
- University degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, or similar).
- Extensive experience in project or program management within complex engineering or railway environments.
- Proven track record in delivering complex, multidisciplinary projects with responsibility for scope, schedule, budget, quality, and customer satisfaction.
- Strong knowledge of railway standards and regulations (e.g., TSI CCS, UNISIG, CENELEC).
- Experience with ETCS onboard systems and railway signaling is a strong advantage.
- Strong leadership, stakeholder management, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Proven ability to coach and mentor project managers and drive knowledge sharing and best practices.
- Strategic, structured, and results-oriented mindset with a passion for continuous improvement and organizational development.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project.
- Fluent in English
- German and additional languages are an asset.
- Willingness to travel (10-25%).
TASKS
- Lead the technical and commercial management of complex ETCS onboard system integration projects and programs.
- Manage projects throughout their full lifecycle, from Sales handover to the end of the warranty period.
- Ensure achievement of project objectives relating to schedule, budget, quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.
- Define execution strategies and coordinate all project activities to ensure successful delivery.
- Manage customers, suppliers, partners, and internal stakeholders, building strong and trusted relationships.
- Proactively manage risks, opportunities, changes, and project dependencies.
- Monitor and control project financial performance, including forecasting, costs, revenues, and profitability.
- Ensure contractual compliance and provide accurate and timely project reporting.
- Lead, motivate, and develop cross-functional project teams, fostering effective collaboration and a strong team culture.
- Coach and mentor project managers and new team members, promoting knowledge sharing and best practices.
- Drive continuous improvement of project management methodologies, tools, governance, and ways of working.
- Contribute to the development and maturity of the project management organization, shaping standards, processes, and operational excellence.
- Support strategic business objectives by improving overall project and organizational performance.
Questions about this listing
What salary does Stadler Rail offer for this role?
The original listing does not state a salary. Our estimate for this role and sector in Wallisellen is CHF 101'500 - 154'000 gross per year — an estimate, not a figure communicated by Stadler Rail. The calculator on this site converts a gross salary into your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Stadler Rail offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Stadler Rail during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Zürich?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Zürich can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Zürich's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at Stadler Rail?
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