Head of Technical Office – Railway Project

Description

Position Summary: Technical and documentation coordination for railway construction works, ensuring project control, quality, and proper execution. Key Highlights: 1. Participation in nationally and internationally high-complexity projects. 2. Stability and continuity in technically advanced projects. 3. Professional development in highly demanding technical environments. **ABOUT SOCOTEC** SOCOTEC is a global engineering consultancy specializing in TIC services (Testing, Inspection \& Certification), supporting the entire infrastructure lifecycle—from design through operation and maintenance. With over 40 years of experience, SOCOTEC develops technical solutions focused on quality, safety, sustainability, and risk management, participating in nationally and internationally high-complexity projects. In Spain, it has a highly qualified multidisciplinary team and adopts an approach grounded in technical excellence, innovation, and collaboration. **POSITION DESCRIPTION** At SOCOTEC Spain, we are seeking a Head of Technical Office to join a major railway project linked to ADIF (Parla Norte Station). The selected candidate will assume technical and documentation coordination of the construction work, ensuring control, quality, and correct project execution within a highly demanding environment. This position targets professionals with solid railway construction experience who seek stability and continuity in technically advanced projects. **MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES** * Management of construction measurements and certifications * Review, validation, and control of drawings * Support in drafting modified project documents * Preparation of monthly, final, settlement, and *as-built* reports and documentation * Management and tracking of material certificates and test reports * Control of quality documentation and occupational risk prevention documentation * Technical coordination with site management, client, and other project stakeholders **ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS** * Education: Civil Engineering (Roads, Canals, and Ports) * Experience: Minimum 5 years in civil construction * Specific experience: At least 3 years in railway projects (ADIF or similar environment) * Experience in large-scale projects (buildings \+ track) * Technical knowledge: Presto, AutoCAD * BIM knowledge (desirable) * Valid driver’s license * Languages: Spanish **PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS** * Experience in high-complexity railway projects * Familiarity with ADIF regulations and procedures * Experience in technical coordination on construction sites * Ability to communicate effectively with clients and project stakeholders * Experience in multidisciplinary environments **CONDITIONS** * Location: Parla (Madrid) * Project: Parla Norte Station (ADIF) * Contract: Permanent * Working hours: Full-time * Benefits: + Company vehicle + Involvement in a strategic railway project + Stability and continuity in projects within an international company + Professional development in highly demanding technical environments