Project Management Assistant

Network Rail; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Rail in Cardiff is seeking a project team member to support the delivery of reactive and minor works projects under the PACE framework. You will work within the Buildings and Civils team to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget, with robust governance and risk mitigation.

The role requires education to HND/HNC or degree equivalents, awareness of HSQE principles, and active involvement with project management standards.

Qualifications

• Educated to HND/HNC or equivalent standard.
• HSQE awareness, issues and principles.
• Membership (or working towards membership of) the Association for Project Management.
• A degree or equivalent.
• Knowledge of safety, quality, environmental, commercial and financial aspects.
• Understanding of possession planning.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a project team, assisting to deliver projects to time, cost and quality through various phases in a safe and environmentally responsible manner.
• Monitor and report programme and progress in accordance with project reporting systems and guidelines.
• Develop and integrate, effective support systems to enable the Project Manager to manage and control change.
• Process contractor possession and isolation applications so that they applications are complete and submitted to the prescribed time scales as directed.
• Monitor contractor performance indicators and provide periodic progress reports.
• Support the Project Management team in providing a safe working environment at all times during the execution of those projects under their responsibility.
• Manage generic and site specific methods of working and supply risk assessments to agreed timescales.
• Monitor so that HSQE risk assessments have been carried out by the contractor, and monitor compliance.
• Comply with the Investment Competence Framework.

Skills

HSQE awareness

Possession planning

Commercial awareness

Safety and quality

APM membership in progress

Education

HND/HNC or equivalent

A degree or equivalent

Job description

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 your part of our team, you matter to us and you matter to millions. Watch our video to find out more! About our people and the recruitment process- We're an inclusive employer of choice and we welcome applications from everyone!We look for opportunities to offer great opportunities to learn and grow through personal and professional development. And, if you make the grade then you can look forward to a rewarding and fulfilling career with a company that joined the top 50 in the Glassdoor's 2021 Best Places to Work.

To support the project management team in thefast-paced portfolio of reactive and minor works projects- Buildings and Civils team with every day management of projects for which they are responsible, in accordance with the Project Acceleration in a Controlled Environment (PACE), Railway Group, Network Rail's company standards, and all current applicable legislation including CDM Regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Work as part of a project team, assisting to deliver projects to time, cost and quality through various phases in a safe and environmentally responsible manner.
• Monitor and report programme and progress in accordance with project reporting systems and guidelines.
• Develop and integrate, effective support systems to enable the Project Manager to manage and control change.
• Process contractor possession and isolation applications so that they applications are complete and submitted to the prescribed time scales as directed.
• Monitor contractor performance indicators and provide periodic progress reports.
• Support the Project Management team in providing a safe working environment at all times during the execution of those projects under their responsibility.
• Manage generic and site specific methods of working and supply risk assessments to agreed timescales.
• Monitor so that HSQE risk assessments have been carried out by the contractor, and monitor compliance.
• Comply with the Investment Competence Framework.

We positively embrace flexible working recognising that employees may wish to balance work and family/home life.
In Wales and Western region, you will have the opportunity to join PROUD, our reward and recognition scheme where you can say thanks and recognise colleagues across the region who have demonstrated outstanding values and behaviours.
At Network Rail we promote a diverse and inclusive organisation. We are working in conjunction with the Cultural Fusion team to support black, Asian and minority ethnic colleagues. If you would like support with your application or interview please contact Wales&[e-mail]

Your experience and skills

• Educated to HND/HNC or similar standard.
• HSQE awareness, issues and principles.
• Membership (or working towards membership of) the Association for Project Management.
• A degree or equivalent.
• Knowledge of safety, quality, environmental, commercial and financial aspects.
• Understanding of possession planning

Key Information

Number of Positions:

1

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time

Location:

Cardiff St Patrick's House, Cardiff

Geographical Area:

Closing Date:

11-NOV-2026

Job Category:

Property, Safety and Compliance

Function:

Organisation: