Senior SCADA Project Manager (Transport)

About the job

WSP is the world’s leading engineering company, specializing in infrastructure, transport, environment, energy, and buildings.

We have a clear vision of how we want to contribute to making the world a better place by serving communities and supporting what truly matters for our future.

Imagine a better future for all of us, and a better future for you.

Within our "Transport & Infrastructure" unit, we are looking for our team based in Lausanne, Neuchâtel or Geneva, a:

Senior SCADA Project Manager 80-100%

In this role, you will join a dynamic and multidisciplinary team that embodies the core values of our company: solidarity, passion for complex and large-scale projects, spirit of innovation, and friendliness.

YOUR NEW ROLE:

Ensure the complete management of projects related to IT and automation systems in transport infrastructures (road and urban), including supervision systems, control-command, traffic management, and security.

• Project management:
• Definition of objectives, deliverables, and schedule
• Coordination of internal teams, partners, and subcontractors
• Monitoring performance indicators, regular reporting, and risk management
• Tender submission procedures
• Verification, validation, and acceptance procedures
• Technical:
• Management of studies and integration of IT and automated systems (SCADA and BMS)
• Network and communication protocols (such as OPC-UA)
• Validation of technical architectures and interfaces with other systems
• IT virtualization and security would be a plus
• Monitoring testing phases, commissioning, and acceptance
• Client and partner relations:
• Interface with project owners, operators, and authorities
• Leading technical and coordination meetings
• Writing project documentation and contractual deliverables
• Quality, safety, compliance:
• Ensuring compliance with standards and regulatory requirements
• Applying QSE procedures and contributing to continuous improvement

COULD IT BE YOU?

• Degree in industrial IT engineering, automation, embedded systems, or equivalent
• At least 8 years of experience in project management in industrial IT and BMS, ideally in road transport
• Mastery of project management tools and environments
• Knowledge of Swiss standards and norms
• Excellent communication, leadership, and priority management skills
• Enjoy working in a transdisciplinary team while being able to work independently
• Fluency in French and English

WHAT YOU WILL LOVE ABOUT US:

• Our flexible work policy (remote work); we recognize the importance of work-life balance and encourage you to find yours
• We invest in your development and training and provide you with modern and adaptable online training platforms
• We are growing rapidly and offer excellent career prospects; we are open to your ideas and recognize your contributions
• WSP strives to improve the world around us, including the environment, transport infrastructure, buildings, and land use planning
• WSP is a culture of collaboration with colleagues distinguished by their skills - come discover our fantastic team!

ABOUT US:

Our employees share a common goal: to have a positive and lasting impact on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion.

Our recruitment process: our process includes 3 steps, 1 phone interview then 2 interviews and if all goes well, our offer!

Don’t hesitate any longer, join us!

All applications will be carefully reviewed.

With us, it’s possible.

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