Project Management Assistant

Network Rail; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28-day annual leave

Pension schemes

Travel discounts

Volunteer or carers leave

Rail travel subsidies

Gym access

Benefits platform

Job summary

Network Rail in Doncaster is seeking a Project Administrator within the Eastern Region to support project teams in delivering projects safely, on time and within budget. This fixed-term role (12 months) offers full-time hours at Doncaster Marshgate Depot.

The role requires education to HND/HNC or higher, and a degree or equivalent, with membership pursued in the Association for Project Management. You will engage with multiple stakeholders and contribute to improving project governance.

Qualifications

• Educated to HND/HNC or similar standard.
• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Project management

Health and safety

HSQE awareness

Possession planning

Process improvement

Education

HND/HNC or equivalent

Degree or equivalent

APMP membership pursuit

Job description

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 .

To support the project management team in the every day management of projects for which they are responsible, in accordance with the Guide to Railway Investment Projects (GRIP), Railway Group, Network Rail's company standards, and all current applicable legislation including CDM Regulations.

Salary- Band 5 £30,119

Closing Date- 28th September 2026

This is a 12 month Fixed Term Contract with the potential to be extended.

For further information about the role contact Lucy Gannon- Project Manager

For information about the process please contact [e-mail]

What's in it for you

Here are a few of the benefits we offer

• 28-day annual leave with the option to buy and sell days
• Choice of pension schemes
• 75% discount of leisure travel for you and your family
• 5 days paid volunteer or carers leave
• Up to 75% subsidised Rail and Underground travel
• Gym Pass -access to gyms across UK
• My Benefits platform- giving national and local retail discount

Our aim is to ensure your candidate experience is as positive as possible. If you require reasonable adjustments at any point, simply let us know and we'll do our best to assist you.

Some of our roles require face to face Drugs & Alcohol testing. We will share further details with you as part of your formal offer.

• 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.
  
• 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:

Fixed-Term

Hours:

Full Time

Location:

Doncaster Marshgate Depot, Doncaster

Geographical Area:

Eastern England

Closing Date:

28-SEP-2026

Job Category:

Administration & Secretarial

Function:

Eastern Region

Organisation: