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On-site in Madrid·Added 4 months ago (last checked 31 Oct)
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- Work mode
- On-site, Madrid
- Experience
- 10+ years
- Education
- University degree



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Requirements
What we're looking for
Profile/Skills
University degree in Engineering (Civil, Industrial, Electrical, or similar).
Minimum of 10 years of experience in the execution and control of railway works (superstructure and electrification).
Advanced proficiency in office tools and construction management software.
Leadership, planning, and decision-making capacity.
Nice to have
Previous experience in high-speed projects is valued.
The role
Context
At SYSTRA Ardanuy we are looking to hire a Unit Manager for the technical assistance of the new High Speed Technical Station in Las Tablas (Madrid), a key Adif project to decongest the high-speed network in Chamartín.
The new technical station is an auxiliary infrastructure intended to serve the Madrid high-speed network, with 17 sidings, an office building, and warehouses, and it will be linked to the Madrid-Valladolid High Speed Line. The selected person will be responsible for the technical and economic monitoring of the railway works (superstructure and electrification), coordinating the technical assistance team and ensuring the correct execution of the works.
What you'll do
Missions/Main Duties
Supervise the execution and control of the railway works (track superstructure and electrification systems).
Coordinate the activities of the technical assistance team on-site.
Perform monitoring of deadlines, quality, and costs, preparing the necessary technical reports.
Participate in site meetings with the client and contractor, proposing technical solutions.
Ensure compliance with railway regulations and occupational risk prevention.
About SYSTRA
- Industry
- Engineering Consultancy
In their own words
About the company & team
SYSTRA is one of the world's leading engineering and consultancy groups specialising in public transport and sustainable mobility. With over 10,300 employees, SYSTRA's mission is to design safe and sustainable transport solutions to bring people together, develop social inclusion and facilitate access to employment, education and leisure throughout the world.
For 65 years, the Group has been working alongside cities and regions to contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their infrastructure and transport systems, throughout the life cycle of their projects. SYSTRA is involved from the earliest stages of design through to the testing, deployment and maintenance phases. The company provides all its services in over 80 countries worldwide and generates 74% of its turnover internationally. With its new services, SYSTRA supports its clients and partners in their digital, ecological and energy transition, in order to invent the mobility of tomorrow.
Additional information
Systra is an equal opportunities company; this position is open to all applicants.
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