Technical Project Manager

What is your role at SNCB/NMBS? Our Operations department is a unique combination of teams that provide end-user services and support. As Project Manager Building IT Systems you are part of the Building IT Systems project team and you are responsible for setting up and delivering one or more projects within your field of expertise. Your tasks are as follows: Project management from a to z: Project initiation and planning the high level scope of a project, the schedule & the budget Estimate the effort and cost of the implementation by experts, team members and an external contractor Determine the detailed scope, planning & budget and communicate this information to the project team (kick-off) Manage and follow up the risks and problems with the project team and if necessary escalate to management and customer in time and find solutions together Represent the customer at the delivery of the project and capture the “lessons learned” Ensure the necessary transfer, documentation and training to the other teams involved (including the support teams) Maintain a helicopter view of current projects Project follow-up of internal and external stakeholders Reporting to the organisation Coordination: Coordination of multiple project at the same time, depending on size Coordination of multiple different supplier per project Coordination of project team members Conduct studies: Design a detailed study in accordance with applicable standards in consultation with the contractor Determine the functional specifications for existing and new solutions or to replace existing technology solutions Validate the offers submitted by the suppliers Draw up specification texts, measurement statements and study plans for the customer's tender Reporting and follow-up: Regularly inform the Business Project Manager about the progress of the project Provide a monthly update through a Project Status Report to various stakeholders Ensure a monthly follow-up of the actual cost, effort, progress Third line support Intervene in case of problems and escalations of incidents (eg serious cable breaks, ...) Analyse the situation Contact the parties involved Initiate the necessary actions and ensure that the problem is resolved Why is this job a good fit for you? You hold a Bachelor degree in electronics / electrical engineering or equivalent through experience. You have at least 10 years of experience in a similar position. You also possess these technical skills: Structured cabling & fiber optic cabling Installation of power boards (low voltage) and associated infrastructure Housing (racks, patch panels, ODF, ...) Physical Security Systems Civil works and installation works (indoor & outdoor) ARAB / AREI VCA and safety on sites with regard to installation work IT & Telecom Networks (Fixed and Mobile Networks) Building Automation And these soft skills: Keeping calm in difficult discussions with the customer, team members and suppliers Creating alignment within the project team Solution oriented mindset Networking and getting to know the organisation Strong integrity and self-reflection for improvement Good knowledge of Dutch, French and English, both orally and in writing You have strong communication skills, are customer-oriented and have a sense of initiative You are willing to make regular trips to other SNCB locations (stations, workshops,…) all over Belgium and sometimes also across the border in neighboring countries. BA4 / BA5 certification is recommended PM² certified Everyone is unique. That's why we believe it’s important that you can be yourself — it makes SNCB/NMBS stronger. We therefore place great value on diversity and inclusion . What can you expect from us? Within our open corporate culture, you contribute to the digital transformation of SNCB/NMBS. You will have a job with social impact and ample opportunity to make your own contribution. In addition to a good work-life balance and a competitive salary, you will receive the following benefits: the possibility to work remotely + flexible working hours; 35 days of leave; a company car + a public transport season ticket; a target bonus; a comprehensive insurance package (affiliation without own contribution, excl. outpatient costs for family members); hospitalisation and dental care for the whole family; outpatient costs (= medical costs separate from hospitalisation); group insurance: supplementary pension, work disability and death (cafeteria plan); accidents at work (extralegal); meal vouchers and eco-vouchers; net allowances for remote working and carwash + internet budget. Where will you be working? You will work near Brussels-South station. What’s next? You apply online. We take a close look at your CV and check whether it matches the profile you are looking for. We may call you briefly to ask about your motivation and experience. We invite you for a first (online) HR interview where you can demonstrate your motivation, experience and expectations. If the first interview is positive, we invite you for a second technical interview in Brussels. This interview will be with the team, where we’ll discuss the role and how your skills align with the team’s needs. If everything goes well, we will make you a contract offer. You start your new job! We reserve the right to adjust or pause this procedure if necessary. Our recruitment team will select the profiles that best match the job requirements to ensure an optimal fit. Do you have any further questions? Ypto recruitment: Mail: [email protected]