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Are you passionate about technology, societal benefit, and leadership? Apply for the position of Project Manager! Here, you will drive projects that contribute to safer and more efficient road traffic.

Job Description

At our Technical Systems section, we work with operation and maintenance projects concerning technical installations in road infrastructure in the Stockholm area within the technical areas: Control Systems, Telecommunication Systems, and Traffic Equipment.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with complex technical systems in some of Sweden's most important infrastructure facilities. As a Project Manager, you are responsible for planning, leading, and following up on projects related to traffic equipment and traffic systems in road infrastructure. The work includes, among other things, carrying out preventive and corrective maintenance, as well as reinvestments and improvement measures for traffic equipment in areas such as:

• Traffic systems such as Motor Control Systems (MCS), traffic measurement, traffic signals, and traffic information
• Technical solutions within complex facilities such as tunnels and movable bridges
• Development and upgrades of traffic systems

You will work closely with resources such as project engineers, construction managers, and technical specialists, and represent the Swedish Transport Administration in dialogue with contractors, suppliers, and other authorities.

In the role, you will among other things:

• plan, budget, and conduct procurements for your own operations
• follow up on project time, cost, and content
• coordinate contractors, consultants, and internal resources
• work proactively with risk, safety, and work environment
• contribute to the development and improvement of working methods and technical solutions

Your Development

As a Project Manager at the Swedish Transport Administration, you become part of one of Sweden's largest client organizations. You will have the opportunity to work on projects that have significant importance for societal function and traffic safety. We offer good opportunities for competence development through networks, education, and experience sharing. You can choose to develop further as, for example, a project manager, specialist, or manager.

Qualifications

We are looking for you who are a driven and analytical project manager with the ability to drive projects forward in complex environments. You build trust in collaborations and have an easy time communicating with different types of actors, from technical specialists to contractors and authorities. You work independently, are solution-oriented, and have a clear focus on quality and results.

We are looking for you who have:

• a university or college education of at least 180 hp (120 credits) with a technical focus, or alternatively another education combined with relevant work experience that we assess as equivalent
• current and job-relevant experience of project management or a corresponding leadership role within technical systems or installations in infrastructure or technical facilities
• current and job-relevant experience from contracting activities
• a driver's license for passenger cars
• good knowledge of Swedish in speech and writing
• good knowledge of English in speech and writing

It is meritorious if you also have:

• experience with traffic systems such as Motor Control Systems (MCS), traffic measurement, and traffic information
• relevant experience of working in road tunnels, bridges, or similar facilities
• experience from procurements and contracts according to LOU and AB/ABT
• experience in negotiation and contract management

Other Information

The position is located in Solna. Do you want a flexible daily life with the possibility to work from home? In this role, you can work remotely up to two days a week.

The position includes an obligation to be placed in a wartime assignment. More information about this can be found here: How to apply for a job with us (https://www.trafikverket.se).

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In this recruitment, web-based tests may be used as part of the selection process.

We are soon entering the holiday season, so we want to inform you that the recruitment process will have a longer application period. The last day to apply for this role is August 5. We warmly welcome your application!

Application

The questions you will answer when submitting your application will form the basis for the initial selection we make. If nothing else is stated in the advertisement, we want you to attach your CV. We have stopped requesting cover letters as we do not include them as part of the selection material. If you have protected personal data, you should contact the responsible manager for the recruitment so that your application is handled according to special routines. You can find the name and contact details of the manager in the advertisement.

Within the Maintenance business area, we are responsible for the delivery of safe and accessible roads and railways. By managing, maintaining, and developing the existing and future road and rail system, we lay the foundation for business freight transport and millions of people's travel - every day, all year round. Competence development is high on our agenda, regardless of what role you have 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, engagement, and courage. For that is how we best represent our society.