Project Manager

The future of rail isn’t just about movement, it’s about intelligence, security, and connection. We unite rail expertise with digital innovation to create smarter, safer, and more sustainable transportation solutions. Technology here speaks with purpose: accelerating digitalization, embedding cybersecurity, and shaping the next era of rail.

Behind every breakthrough are people, their talent, creativity, and drive to push boundaries. Together, we’re building confidence, resilience, and a new standard for connected mobility powered by innovation.

This position is for Stadler Digital Labs, a joint venture between Stadler Rail and Critical Software serving as the digital competence center for the Stadler Group.

Check-out the website: https://stadlerdigitallabs.com

What do we expect from you?

• 5+ years experience in Project Management;
• Strong leadership and decision-making capabilities;
• Excellent communication skills with a confident, clear, and structured communication style;
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving mindset;
• Experience managing large teams (20+) and supporting their growth;
• Experience working with multiple project methodologies;
• Commitment to continuous learning and knowledge sharing;
• Experienced in project planning, risk analysis and scope and cost management;
• Ability to anticipate issues, measure and monitor recurrently, pay attention to details;
• A strong human interface, empathy and bulletproof communication skills (with the team, the customer, the stakeholders);
• When things get tough(er), you keep your cool, bring a positive attitude to the discussion and try to focus on solutions (not problems);
• Speaking and writing in English and travelling are things you feel comfortable with;
• Demonstrates awareness of AI trends (including agentic AI), with curiosity and motivation to explore how they can enhance products, processes, or ways of working;
• Shows a learning mindset toward emerging technologies and an openness to experiment, adapt, and continuously upskill in an AI‑enabled environment.

What can you expect from us?

• Work that fits your life, not the other way around
• Offices designed to make you feel like you belong
• A team that knows how to work hard, but also how to have fun
• Pay that makes you feel valued, plus performance-based rewards
• Fringe Benefits especially planned to support you and those who are important to you
• Your growth is our priority: training, support, and opportunities!

Join us and help us to improve the efficiency and sustainability of rail mobility.

Location: Coimbra Office.