Installation Manager

Techconsult is the link between jobs and professionals. For one of our customers we are now looking for a Installation Manager – CBTC Project They are seeking a structured and technically proficient Installation Manager to oversee deliveries and execution within the CBTC project. The project involves the implementation of a modern, digital signaling system for the metro, with the first section opened in December 2025. The CBTC system will be rolled out gradually over the coming years, with installation activities carried out in several parallel phases. In this role, you will be part of a team responsible for supervising our installation partner and other subcontractors working in the field. The position is key to ensuring that installation, testing, and commissioning activities are performed in compliance with applicable standards, requirements, and regulations. The Installation Manager will support the Construction Manager and the project Planning Lead in ensuring integrated, coordinated, and realistic planning of installation and construction activities related to the implementation of the CBTC system across the Oslo Metro network. The role serves as the link between the overall project schedule, detailed installation and migration plans, and the production plans of subcontractors. It is critical in ensuring efficient, safe, and predictable execution throughout all phases of the project areas managed by the installation team. Job responsibilities:

• 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.

Your experience and 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 Attributes

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

The application deadline for this position is ASAP, but we will also consider candidates for similar or other relevant positions consecutively. Workplace: Oslo Start: 12.10.2026 Duration: 11.10.2027 As an employee at Techconsult, we can offer you the following:

• Competitive salary
• Professional development and flexibility by working in projects with the major companies within oil, gas and land based industry
• A close follow-up of each employee
• Insurance benefits
• Social activities
• Training support

Techconsult emphasis being close to our employees and we focus on being a professional, safe and pleasant employer, where you will clearly notice that the focus is on you. If any questions concerning this position, please contact me, Mona Foss, by email: mona.foss@techconsult.no