Project Manager - German speaking

Who we are

OTIV is a Ghent-based company leading the autonomous revolution in rail. We are on a mission to increase safety and efficiency of railway operations by teaching rail vehicles to drive autonomously. By making trains more efficient and safer, we actively contribute to a modal shift and a greener future. We bring this vision to life by a unique focus on the most challenging environments such as cities, shunting yards and industrial sites. Thanks to high-profile partners and world-leading clients such as Deutsche Bahn, SNCF Group, ArcelorMittal and CAF we deliver the future of railway operations today. 

OTIV  is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristic. OTIV strives to create an environment in which all employees feel confident in their ability to bring their authentic selves to work and secure collaborating with colleagues and customers.

What you will do

As a German-speaking Project Manager at OTIV, you will lead 2 ambitious projects with a leading German railway undertaking to develop, test and implement remote control and autonomous trains. Your responsibilities include coordinating teams and different partners, setting project goals, and ensuring efficient resource use. You will facilitate collaboration and monitor progress to overcome challenges and meet milestones. Your can-do attitude will drive the successful implementation of cutting-edge technologies, revolutionizing industrial transportation.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Lead and manage our 2 remote-control and train automation projects from kickoff to project delivery, defining timelines, scopes, budget estimations, and project implementation, including risk mitigation.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary teams to develop, test and implement cutting-edge technologies.
• Monitor project process and address potential risks to ensure timely completion.
• Identify potential commercial opportunities during the completion of the project and ensure future co-development projects.

Who you are

• Degree in Business Administration, (industrial) engineering, or similar. 
• 5+ year of experience in project management/business/corporate development in a deep-tech startup/tier-one strategy consultancy, corporate strategy department. 
• Knowledge of and experience in the fields of railway, logistics, self-driving technology or software/platform-as-a-service businesses is a strong plus.
• Knowledge of and experience in complex projects with large accounts.
• Strong skills in project management.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• Fluent in English and German. Fluency in any other European language is a strong plus.
• Hands-on / solution-oriented mentality and analytical / data-driven mindset.
• Enthusiasm for cutting-edge technology.
• Experience of working in a fast-paced start-up environment.
• You want to be part of our Crew of Changemakers driven by Grit in the pursuit of Excellence!

What We offer

• Full time offer with competitive salary package.
• International environment in a disruptive start-up with opportunities to grow.
• Early riser or night owl? Either way, you’ll fit right in our flexible working hours system.
• Hybrid working policy (3 days office and the possibility to work 2 days from home), with an office in beautiful Ghent (Belgium).
• Collaborative, transparent, and fun-loving office culture.
• Team events and quarterly offsite.
• 30 days of vacation.