Do you want to shape one of Denmark’s most significant technology and infrastructure projects? Banedanmark is looking for a dedicated Project Manager to lead major software upgrades for Denmark’s new digital railway signalling system (ERTMS) – a cornerstone in delivering a reliable, safe and modern railwayAbout the role As Project Manager, you will be responsible for end-to-end delivery of major software upgrades to the new digital signalling system, including defect corrections, functional enhancements and new capabilities. You will work closely with suppliers, technical specialists and end-users to ensure seamless delivery and continuous improvement of a system that millions of passengers rely on.
You will join the Signal area in Banedanmark’s IT & Digital Transformation division. With more than 100 employees, Signal is responsible for one of Denmark’s largest and most transformative infrastructure programmes: replacing all legacy signalling across the national rail network with a modern ERTMS-based system.
Our mission is to deliver a secure, reliable signalling system with increased capacity to meet future transport demand. The rollout will complete in Western Denmark in 2027 and in Eastern Denmark in 2033. Once fully implemented, Denmark will operate one of the world’s most modern signalling systems – continuously maintained, further developed and improved by us.
Your Responsibilities In this role, you will have responsibility for continuously planning, managing and delivering software upgrades – from scoping and supplier agreements, through testing, safety approval and deployment, to acceptance and handover to operations.
You will be part of a professional community of Project Managers and report to the Head of Project Delivery, while leading a cross-functional project team of technical railway specialists, ERTMS experts and project support staff.
Your key responsibilities include:
- Ensuring on-time progress according to the agreed schedule
- Planning, risk and issue management
- Contract and change management with major long-term suppliers
- Financial and resource management
- Stakeholder and interface coordination across the organization
Close and professional collaboration with our suppliers – who deliver under long-term design-build-maintain contracts – is essential for effective project outcomes.
At Signal, we are an international environment with many cultures and languages. Internal communication is in Danish or English, while collaboration with suppliers is primarily in English.
Your Profile We are looking for an experienced Project Manager who combines technical insight with leadership and collaboration skills. You understand the critical path across technical disciplines and know how to lead teams with diverse specialist backgrounds. Experience with supplier management is essential.
Experience from highly regulated industries such as defense, pharmaceuticals, energy, or critical infrastructure where test and verification are key, is an advantage.
You bring the following personal qualities:
- Structured, motivated and focused
- Skilled relationship-builder
- Technically curious and willing to learn
- Solution-oriented
- Clear communicator in English. Danish is an advantage.
What We Offer You will play a central role in the development of Denmark’s railway signalling system – a critical digital infrastructure for the entire transport sector. You will join a skilled, proficient professional community with a well established IT/OT culture and close interdisciplinary collaboration.
We offer:
- Professional development opportunities, including dedicated leadership training for Project Managers
- A workplace prioritizing diversity, inclusion and modern leadership
- A modern working environment with good work–life balance, fitness facilities and health care
- A central office location in Copenhagen close to Dybbølsbro Station, with parking basement for both car and bicycle
Salary and Employment You will be employed according to the current agreement between the Ministry of Finance and AC. Salary is determined based on your experience and qualifications, and pension is included as part of the total salary package.
Apply Please upload your application and CV via the link “Søg stillingen.” You are welcome to apply in either English or Danish. We review applications and invite candidates for interviews on an ongoing basis.
If you would like to know more about the position, you are welcome to contact:
Jon Nielsen, Head of Project Delivery: +45 2518 3317
We look forward to hearing from you.
