Project Management Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Pension schemes

Rail travel discount

Gym access

Volunteer or carers leave

National and local retail discounts

Job summary

Network Rail is seeking a proactive Project Manager to support the project management team in delivering rail projects in line with GRIP and CDM requirements. This 12-month fixed-term contract focuses on time, cost and quality delivery with safety at the forefront.

Applicants should have management experience, a HND/HNC or equivalent, and HSQE awareness. The role offers competitive benefits and the chance to contribute to a safer, connected railway network.

Qualifications

• Educated to HND/HNC or similar standard.
• HSQE awareness, issues and principles.
• Some management experience including project management.
• Knowledge of possession planning.

Responsibilities

• 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 are complete and submitted on time.
• 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 projects.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Education

HND/HNC

Bachelor's degree

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

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.

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.

Your Experience And Skills

Key Accountabilities-

• 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.

Essential

• Some management experience including project management.
• Educated to HND/HNC or similar standard.
• HSQE awareness, issues and principles.

Desirable

• 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.