Rail General planning/ progress and risk manager - Latvia

Reference: 272301596_1787920321

Rail General planning / progress and risk manager - Latvia

The market leading infrastructure recruitment specialist is supporting a major International Consultancy who are requiring a

General Planning / Progress and Risk Manager for a recently awarded High-Speed Rail project in Latvia.

Opportunity:

The successful individual shall be joining one of the worlds leading Consultancy firms working on behalf of the end client and leading the Planning & Risk elements of this Internationally financed project during the construction supervision phase.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the success of this high-profile project.

Responsibilities:

As the General Planning and Risk Manager you shall be working closely with Project Director & Project Controls team to plan and monitor all aspects of the project using Primavera software. Work closely with all stakeholders (End client, European Contractor etc.) to ensure a successful outcome and protect the client from Risk.

You shall be responsible for Verify and support Contractor in ensuring progress and risk management

Key requirements for the role:

  • Degree in Engineering / Risk Management or a related discipline
  • 10+ years as planning experience as planning engineer in transport infrastructure
  • 5+ years' experience working in Primavera P6
  • Previous Consultancy/ Client side experience
  • Regional experience would be beneficial but not essential.

Language:

English

Salary/ Package

The salary would be vin the region of €9-11,000 per month (Gross) with additional allowance for accommodation.

Key Words / SEO

Rail, High-speed Rail, Project Controls, Risk Management, Planning, Programme Manager, Primavera P6 Planner, Signalling, Telecoms, Telecommunication, CBTC, ETCS, ERTMS, Design Review, Tender evaluation, Construction Supervision, Consultancy, Consulting Engineer, Europe, Latvia

ewi is an international consultancy focused on the search & selection of the Worlds leading engineering and construction professionals. We specialize in recruiting expats and local experts for major infrastructure and build projects across the globe.

For more information on any Rail & Metro opportunities please contact Oliver Jones at ewi recruitment on o.jones(at)ewi-group.com

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

€9,000.00 - €11,000.00
Per month
EUR9000 - EUR11000 per month
Added 28/08/2026
Reference: 272301596_1787920321

Rail General planning/ progress and risk manager - Latvia

Latvia Fixed Term Contract Transportation, Rail

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