Engineering Director

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As Engineering Director, you will be responsible for establishing an efficient engineering project delivery and control organization for Greek Railways, collaborating with DB E&C team members and the client OSE to ensure successful and sustainable implementation.
Your focus will be on achieving the program's goals and fostering collaboration among internal stakeholders.Deutsche Bahn's expertise is in high demand worldwide.
As a leading engineering and consulting company in the rail sector, DB Engineering & Consulting offers comprehensive knowledge—from initial concept to operations.
We advise clients globally, developing technically sophisticated and customized infrastructure, mobility, and transport solutions.
Our sustainable concepts aim to ensure the future success of economic regions, contribute to environmental protection, and shape the future of transportation.Since 1966, DB Engineering & Consulting has successfully implemented thousands of projects of varying size and complexity in over 100 countries.
Our team of about 5,000 employees from 84 nations brings professional expertise and intercultural experience to every project.Responsibilities:Strategic control of engineering projects for network renovation, modernization, expansion, investments, and fundingDevelop long-term infrastructure strategies aligned with national transport plansParticipate in medium-term planningCoordinate with maintenance regarding planned investmentsInitiate a lifecycle-based asset management model for infrastructure and rolling stockEmbed preventive maintenance, digital diagnostics, and safety KPIs into the organizationEstablish clear revenue models for infrastructure access, rolling stock leasing, and service-level agreementsControl budgets and ensure accountability for investments and replacementsStandardize contract and stakeholder management to ensure transparency and cost-effectivenessCreate a central Program Management Office (PMO) for major projectsContribute to tenders and select suitable biddersStandardize processes for budgeting, approvals, tracking, and reportingPromote a culture of analytics to optimize asset utilization and maintenance planningDefine clear lines of accountability and risk ownership across functionsQualifications:Prior experience in the railway industry is required.University degree in business, engineering, project management, or a similar field, with relevant professional experience in a complex roleMinimum of 10 years of experience in similar tasksCertification in project management (e.g., PMP)At least 5 years of leadership experienceExperience in infrastructure investment planningExperience managing tenders for railway infrastructureImpartial moderation skills and intercultural sensitivityAbility to work independently and in teamsFluency in English is mandatory; German and Greek are advantageousFamiliarity with Greek administrative standardsSeniority levelDirectorEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionEngineering and Information TechnologyIndustriesRail TransportationReferrals can double your chances of interviewing at Deutsche Bahn.Get notified about new Director of Engineering roles in Athens, Greece.Balranald, New South Wales, Australia 12 hours agoSafety and Risk Management Director (m/f/d)Athens, Greece 5 days ago
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