Experienced Project Manager – Public Space Development at Centralen Area

Do you want to be part of securing Gothenburg's future? Be part of safeguarding Gothenburg's future by working in an innovative program where technology, collaboration, and sustainable urban development meet. This is your opportunity to have a leading role in a crucial initiative for Gothenburg's future. The Västlänken railway tunnel will have three stations in Gothenburg, with Centralen Station being one of them. Once Västlänken is in place, it is not possible to "revert" to the same traffic solution as originally, the conditions for the site are new and the spaces need to be used differently to accommodate all requirements and objectives. Centralen Station is part of the work to create a vibrant and efficient public transport hub where travel by regional and commuter trains, trams, buses, cars, and bicycles interact in a functional way. As project manager for public space development at Centralen, Nordstan, and Kvarnberget, among others (the CNK project), you contribute to creating a vibrant meeting place and transfer point that appeals to all modes of transport and transfers between different transportation methods such as bike to train, bus to train, train to walking. A functioning transfer point must be in place when Västlänken begins operations. Public space must therefore be sufficiently developed by Västlänken's opening in December 2026 so that passengers can safely access and leave the stations. The project as a whole for these areas is to be completed in the coming years, and during construction, consideration must be shown to surrounding construction projects and ongoing traffic with prioritization of public transport. Responsibilities The development of public space in CNK is carried out as a total contract with a high degree of collaboration between the development management division and the contracted construction company. The project's various phases, such as design, construction, and handover, can periodically run in parallel as different sub-areas are built and successively handed over to the managing organization. This role therefore requires good knowledge of the city's requirements and working methods to ensure that the infrastructure built within a large and central urban area meets requirements for functionality, quality, design, and long-term management. A central part of the role is implementing the handover process. The project manager is responsible for ensuring that completed sub-areas are handed over to the managing organization in a structured manner and according to established procedures. Beyond traditional project management competence, the collaboration model also requires the ability to think innovatively and solve problems. In a complex urban development project, situations often arise where there is no given or obvious solution. The project manager therefore needs to be able to analyze the situation and see alternative paths forward to work with the contractor to find solutions that are good for the project as a whole. Your responsibilities include: Have a guiding role in the design and handover phase Handle referrals in connection with building permits, utility location, utility rights, and similar matters Handle deviations in the design phase Coordinate the project's activities regarding artistic embellishment Handle matters regarding tenant adaptations, outdoor seating areas, etc. Monitor the budget allocated for the design phase Maintain oversight of the review of design documentation according to the review process Qualifications We are looking for you who have: University degree in civil engineering, infrastructure, or similar At least 10 years of experience in civil engineering or infrastructure in a leading role as project manager or manager At least four years of experience leading complex and innovative projects Experience with urban development projects requiring implementation and quality delivery is a merit Previous experience from municipal administration or municipal companies is a merit You are a confident and clear leader who thrives in complex collaborative environments with many stakeholders. You have the ability to combine construction and collaboration competence with strategic ability, holistic perspective, innovative thinking, and strong coordination skills. You are structured, self-reliant, and results-oriented with experience delivering within given time, goal, and cost frameworks. You express yourself very well in speech and writing. Terms Applications are processed on a rolling basis and interviews may take place before the final application deadline. Gothenburg City applies individual and differentiated salary setting. Here you can find more information about, among other things, salary statistics: Salary, compensation and benefits - City of Gothenburg Before a possible interview, you will need to present a passport/national ID/certificate of identity issued by the Swedish Tax Agency and possibly proof of residence permit if you have citizenship outside the EU/EES. This is so we as an employer can verify your identity and ensure you have the right to work in Sweden. In the process, you may also be asked to provide a diploma if this is a requirement for the position. We want the development management division to be characterized by openness and respect for diversity, and we believe that diversity contributes to developing our operations. To quality assure the recruitment process, meet GDPR requirements, and enable good communication with our applicants, we ask you to submit your application digitally and not via email or letter. We kindly but firmly decline direct contact from staffing, candidate search, and recruitment companies as well as sales of additional job postings.

Ask AI

Common questions about this listing — opens your AI with a ready-made prompt including the listing link.

• Is the salary in this job offer competitive for the role and location?
  Open in
• What questions should I ask at the interview for this position?
  Open in
• Which skills should I highlight in my application for this job?
  Open in