Installation Manager-CBTC

SaaS Recman AB; Oslo; Hybrid; NOK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent or project employment

Mentoring and career guidance

Pension and insurance schemes

Exciting project opportunities

Positive work environment

Job summary

Head Energy in Oslo seeks an Installation Manager to oversee planning across workstreams for the CBTC rollout, supporting the Lead Planner and Construction Manager, and coordinating with the installation partner, subcontractors, and Sporveien.

The role requires an engineering background, 2–4 years in similar roles, and strong Norwegian and English communication. It demands leadership in a demanding project environment and risk management diligence.

Qualifications

• Technical education as an Engineer, Technical College Engineer, or equivalent.
• Minimum 2-4 years of experience in the same or similar role.
• Experience from railway/metro projects and signaling, telecommunications, or electrical works is an advantage.
• Strong written and verbal communication in Norwegian and English.
• Familiarity with BIM tools and other systems used for systematic project completion is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Overall Planning Responsibility Across Workstreams: ensure plans support the CBTC rollout schedule.
• Support Lead Planner and Construction Manager during development of high-level project plans.
• Act as primary contact for planning-related follow-up with installation partner’s PM team and escalation of planning issues.
• Monitor progress and report installation progress to Construction Manager and Lead Planner.
• Lead and collaborate across teams with the installation partner, subcontractors, and Sporveien.
• Act as deputy for the Construction Manager when required.

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

BIM tools

Job description

Head Energy is looking for a skilled/experienced Installation Manager
Pnr:23728

Job Description:

• Overall Planning Responsibility Across Workstreams: Responsible for ensuring that the plans developed by the installation team and installation partner support the overall CBTC rollout schedule.
• Support to the Lead Planner and Construction Manager: Provide professional planning support during the development and revision of high-level project plans for the CBTC rollout.
• Installation Partner Management: Act as the primary point of contact for planning-related follow-up of the installation partner’s project management team. Serve as the escalation point for planning issues and contractual obligations related to the installation workstreams. Support the Construction Manager in managing the installation partner at leadership level, including participation in steering committees.
• Progress Monitoring: Support site managers in tracking progress within individual workstreams. Report overall installation progress to the Construction Manager and Lead Planner.
• Leadership: Support the Construction Manager in leading the installation team and fostering strong collaboration across teams, with the installation partner, subcontractors, and Sporveien.
• Deputy Role: Act as deputy for the Construction Manager when required or during periods of absence.

Qualifications:

• Technical education as an Engineer, Technical College Engineer, or equivalent.
• Relevant experience may compensate for formal education.
• Minimum 2-4 years of experience in the same or similar role
• Experience in construction supervision, site management, inspection, or project monitoring within similar projects.
• Experience from railway/metro projects and signaling, telecommunications, or electrical works is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of technical requirements, specifications, and documentation.
• Familiarity with projects operating under strict HSE and safety requirements.
• Experience with BIM tools and other systems used for systematic project completion is an advantage.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both Norwegian and English.

Personal traits:

• Accurate, structured, and quality-oriented.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a demanding project environment.
• Confident in a supervisory/control role, with a clear understanding of responsibilities and authority.

Language:

• English
• Norwegian

In Head Energy you get:

• Permanent- or project employment with the best conditions.
• Access to the industry´s most exciting job opportunities
• Personal follow-up, mentoring and career guidance
• A large variety of project opportunities
• Good pension- and insurance schemes
• A pleasant and positive work environment
• Access to both specific and general courses.