Assurance & P3M Capability Manager

Network Rail; York; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assurance & P3M Capability Manager for a 6-month secondment in York. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead the implementation of the P3M Assurance Framework, enhancing project delivery and compliance. You'll collaborate with diverse teams, utilizing your expertise in risk management and quality assurance to drive improvements. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this organization values every team member's contribution. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to making a positive impact on the rail industry and enjoy a range of employee benefits, including flexible working arrangements and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

28 days annual leave

75% off Leisure Travel and Season Ticket

Pension options

Flexible working arrangements

Healthcare benefits

Discounts on shopping

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Member of a relevant professional body with chartered status.
• Experience in managing and assuring projects successfully.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage the P3M Assurance Framework for project delivery.
• Analyze project performance data to identify underlying issues.

Skills

Project Management

Data Analysis

Quality Management

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Risk Identification

Process Improvement

Education

Chartered Status from Relevant Professional Body

Tools

Quality Management Tools

Project Management Software

Job description

About Network Rail

Vacancy: Assurance & P3M Capability Manager

Location: York

Salary: £46,701 to £53,589

Role Type: Secondment/Fixed Term Contract

Network Rail Benefits: To find out about what benefits we offer, click here. At Network Rail, you will have a clear development path with access to training and additional qualifications. You can enjoy a range of employee benefits, such as up to 28 days annual leave, 75% of Leisure Travel and Season Ticket for travel, pension options, flexible and agile working arrangements, healthcare, discounts on shopping, gym memberships, and more.

Our passengers and freight users are at the heart of everything we do. We help connect people to their friends and families and get goods to their destination safely and efficiently. We're an organisation where people matter. When you are part of our team, you matter to us and to millions.

Network Rail played a key role in keeping the country moving during the coronavirus pandemic. Now, we are playing an equally important part in rebuilding from it. We make millions of lives better every day and have a vital job in driving the economy and prosperity of the nation.

We're continuing to build a more open, diverse, and inclusive organisation, representative of the passengers we serve. By harnessing the skills and expertise of all our people and attracting the best talent, we aim to have a safe, accessible railway for everyone.

Brief Description

This is a 6-month secondment (with potential to become permanent) offering an exciting development opportunity within the Eastern Routes Capital Programmes - Assurance & P3M Capability Team. The role involves implementing and managing the Assurance model to support the operating model of the Eastern Routes Capital Programmes.

This is an exciting time to join ERCP as we advance our operating model and respond to industry challenges post-pandemic. The Assurance & P3M Capability team plays a key role in implementing Assurance processes to support project delivery. We are passionate about delivering excellent service and continuously improving our processes.

About the role (External)

Key Accountabilities:

1. Implement and manage the P3M Assurance Framework to support project delivery, providing analysis of delivery confidence, risk identification, and insights into compliance with processes and governance.
2. Support and manage an Integrated Assurance approach, collaborating with functional and project teams, and providing expert guidance to the Capital Delivery organisation regarding P3M Assurance.
3. Develop and maintain processes, tools, and procedures to support an effective P3M Assurance Framework, including engaging with project teams and suppliers for assurance activities.
4. Manage monitoring, control, and reporting systems to analyze project and programme performance data, identifying underlying issues impacting delivery.
5. Utilize Assurance activities to identify improvements, risks, and opportunities, tracking improvement plans and providing management reports to support decision-making.

Job Skills, Experience, and Qualifications

Essential Skills:

• Member of a relevant professional body with chartered status.
• Understanding of rail assurance frameworks, standards, procedures, and corporate governance.
• Experience in managing and assuring projects successfully.
• Knowledge of Quality management tools and process improvement skills.
• Experience in tracking and delivering benefits within large organizations.
• Ability to analyze data, identify insights, and communicate findings clearly.
• Strong IT skills with experience in recognized systems/software.
• Good communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills.

Desirable Skills:

• Knowledge of rail management systems.
• Understanding of railway operational and contractual practices.
• Certified Lead Auditor.

Don't meet every requirement?

We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and individuals from underrepresented groups, even if you don't meet all criteria. There may be other roles suitable for you in the wider team.

How to apply (External)

Salary: £71,163 to £81,661

Closing date: 23rd May 2025. Late applications will not be accepted.

This is a 6-month secondment with potential to become permanent. Click apply now to apply.

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Network Rail Benefits: To find out about benefits, click here.

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Drugs and Alcohol Standard:

All candidates must pass a drugs and alcohol test. Positive results will lead to rescinding the application and a 5-year suspension from safety-critical roles.