Project Development Manager (Regions)

Network Rail; Manchester, York and North Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Rail (UK) is seeking a Project Development Manager to lead the safe design and development of NPR infrastructure enhancements, from feasibility through to a robust single option for delivery.

Reporting to the Development Manager, you will manage scope, schedule and costs, coordinate design suppliers and contractors, drive change control, monitor risks, and ensure compliance with legislation, standards and the Network Rail plan commitments.

Responsibilities

• Day to day management of elements of a programme within the NPR Portfolio
• Management of suppliers undertaking design and development works
• Assist the Development Manager in the management of scope, schedule and costs including setting clear baselines and implementing effective change control
• Assist in the management and resolution of risks and issues
• Assist in the management of progress and reporting via control boards
• Assist the Development Manager in all aspects of supplier and contract management.
• Develop projects through the feasibility, option selection and single option development stages in accordance with Sponsor's Instruction and Contract Requirements - Technical (CR-T). Manage consultants and contractors to deliver outputs and ensure a successful transition to delivery at the appropriate PACE stage
• Support the Sponsor in identifying and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders across the rail industry
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting and engaging the commercial team for contracting strategies and procurement activities
• Support minimising project safety risk through the pre-construction phase to reduce risk exposure for NR and suppliers e.g. CDM compliance

Job description

Who We Are

Join Network Rail ! Where People and Connections Matter

At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team- you're part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway.

We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To discover more about our ED&I commitments click here. We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process.

Safe behaviour

is a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should be able to demonstrate their awareness of our safety vision.

About The Role

Following the UK Government's policy announcement on Northern Powerhouse Rail (NPR), Network Rail is growing its team to develop this multi-billion-pound rail investment, which will improve rail connectivity in the North of England.

Northern Powerhouse Rail spans from Liverpool, through Manchester and on to Leeds, Bradford, Sheffield and York, and builds on the benefits planned from the TransPennine Route Upgrade programme.

This job is one of several exciting opportunities to join the growing NPR team in this early stage of development.¿ You will be part of the challenge and innovation required to drive efficiency and value for money for the UK taxpayer.¿ It is important that our product is an affordable and sustainable railway that brings our passengers and freight users more frequent, faster, greener trains, running on a better, cleaner and more reliable railway.

We recognise that flexibility is necessary for helping our people excel, both professionally and personally. At Network Rail we have a flexible working policy which allows up to 40% of our working hours to be completed from home. Alongside this, most of our team benefit from some form of individual working arrangement including reduced or compressed hours, to balance business and individual needs.

We recognise the importance of flexibility in attracting and retaining great people to work on NPR and are very happy to consider proposals to meet individual needs.

Please note, there are 5 roles available. These roles can be based in Manchester or York.

Job Purpose

In the Project Development Manager role, you will be responsible for the safe design and development of Infrastructure railway enhancement projects throughout the early project lifecycle from inception to creation of a robust single option for delivery to comply with relevant legislation, Group and company standards and to meet client requirements including programme, cost and quality and Network Rail business plan commitments.

Reporting to the Development Manager, this role is to manage aspects of the development of a high-complexity, multi-disciplinary infrastructure railway enhancement programme through feasibility to creation of a robust single option.

The Principal Activities Of The Role Include

• Day to day management of elements of a programme within the NPR Portfolio
• Management of suppliers undertaking design and development works
• Assist the Development Manager in the management of scope, schedule and costs including setting clear baselines and implementing effective change control
• Assist in the management and resolution of risks and issues
• Assist in the management of progress and reporting via control boards
• Assist the Development Manager in all aspects of supplier and contract management.

Key Accountabilities

• Manage the development of the project(s) to time, cost and quality in a safe and environmentally responsible manner, in accordance with Project Acceleration in a Controlled Environment (PACE), applicable Network Rail company standards, current legislation and procedures.
• Develop projects through the feasibility, option selection and single option development stages in accordance with the Sponsor's Instruction and Contract Requirements - Technical (CR-T). Manage consultants and contractors to deliver the required outputs where necessary, ensuring a successful transition to delivery at the appropriate PACE stage for the project.
• Support the Sponsor in identifying, establishing and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Collaborate through the wider rail industry to ensure projects deliver key requirements and remitted outputs for internal and external clients. This includes asset managers, maintenance, operations and control, elected members, MPs, local authorities, community groups, statutory undertakers, DfT and train and freight operators.
• Support the creation and management of project budgets, periodic reviews, forecasting and engaging the support of the commercial team in the development of contracting strategies, procurement activities and supplier engagement.
• Support the Development Manager in minimising project safety risk through the management of the pre-construction phase to reduce project risk exposure for both NR and suppliers e.g. CDM compliance (