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Do you want a varied workday where you see the results of your efforts? As a project manager at the Swedish Transport Administration, you contribute to a green, smooth, and safe infrastructure for today's and tomorrow's Sweden.

Project Manager for Bridge Maintenance in Southern Region

The Maintenance business area is responsible for managing, maintaining, and developing the existing road and railway system through procurement, management, and follow-up of maintenance projects. Within the Infrastructure Technology unit in the south, we work with the maintenance of structures (bridges, tunnels, rock slopes) and technical installations. Our maintenance work includes assessing conditions, planning and performing preventive and corrective measures, as well as replacing existing structures.

Your job responsibilities include planning, leading, and executing projects related to structures, primarily road and railway bridges in the existing infrastructure. You will work with procurement, design, risk management, follow-up, and be responsible for feedback on experiences. You will have technical specialists, consultants, and contractors at your disposal. You will also interact with the public, contractors, media, etc. within your defined area of responsibility.

Your Development:

As a project manager at the Swedish Transport Administration, the opportunities for development are vast. We want you to reach your full potential, whether you want to broaden your knowledge, develop into a managerial role, or specialize. You will belong to one of Sweden's largest client organizations, and the combined project management competence of our approximately 1,000 project managers is unique. As a project manager, you have access to various forums for exchanging experiences, networks, training, and talent and development programs.

Do you want a flexible workday with the option to work from home? In this role, you can work remotely up to two days a week.

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What happens next? If you proceed in the recruitment process, you will be required to complete web-based tests that will be sent digitally a few days after the application deadline has passed. For candidates who proceed to an interview, these will take place via Skype and are scheduled to occur during week 3 of 2026. We will keep you informed continuously via your provided email. We primarily use email (from the address: [email protected]) for sending out information and invitations. Please check your inbox and spam folder regularly during this time to ensure you receive all information from us.

The questions you will need to answer when submitting your application will form the basis for our initial selection. If nothing else is stated in the advertisement, we ask that you attach your CV. We have stopped requesting a cover letter since we do not include it as part of the selection criteria. If you have protected personal information, please contact the responsible manager for recruitment so that your application can be handled according to special procedures. You will find the name and contact details of the manager in the advertisement.

Who are you?

To succeed in this role, your leadership ability is crucial. You communicate in a responsive and clear manner. Furthermore, you create engagement and participation and are confident in delegating and reporting results. You are proactive, structured, and possess good analytical skills. Since the position involves a lot of collaboration with internal support functions, external consultants, and contractors, we place great importance on your ability to collaborate as well as your ability to plan, lead, and follow up.

In addition to personal qualities, we want you to have:

• a university or college degree of 180 credits (120 points) with a focus on construction engineering, or another education that we - together with your experience - assess to meet the educational requirement
• several years of relevant work experience in a leading role (project manager, site manager, or equivalent) where you have been responsible for: performing maintenance measures, new construction, or inspection of bridges, roads, or railways
• a valid driver's license for passenger cars
• good proficiency in Swedish, both spoken and written
• experience with BATMAN

It is advantageous if you have:

• knowledge of contract law within AB/ABT/ABK and AMA
• experience working with bridge projects (construction/operation and maintenance/inspection)
• training in concrete class 1

The questions you will need to answer when submitting your application will form the basis for our initial selection. If nothing else is stated in the advertisement, we ask that you attach your CV. We have stopped requesting a cover letter since we do not include it as part of the selection criteria. If you have protected personal information, please contact the responsible manager for recruitment so that your application can be handled according to special procedures. You will find the name and contact details of the manager in the advertisement.

Within the Maintenance business area, we are responsible for delivering safe and accessible roads and railways. By managing, maintaining, and developing the existing and future road and railway system, we lay the foundation for the transportation of goods for businesses and millions of people's travel - every day, all year round. Competence development is high on our agenda, regardless of your role or where you are in your career. With us, you make a difference!

At the Swedish Transport Administration, we work to bring Sweden closer. We believe that a combination of different experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives is the best foundation for building a workplace free from discrimination and an environment where everyone thrives and does their best. We believe in diversity, where the common denominator is reliability, commitment, and courage. Because that is how we best represent our society.