Project Manager

Siemens; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Mental health support

Gym subsidies

Bupa healthcare

Enhanced sick pay

Pension match

Life assurance

Perks at Work

Job summary

Siemens Mobility UKI is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead Category C rail infrastructure projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget and to specification.

You will coordinate Sales, customers and delivery partners, manage sub-work packages and a small subcontractor cohort, and drive governance, reporting and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience managing projects at Project C level.
• Knowledge of project management tools and techniques.
• Experience leading a project team including staff and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Lead Category C projects to complete on schedule, within budget, and to required quality.
• Act as coordination point between Sales, customers and delivery partners, managing sub-projects and subcontractors.
• Ensure delivery within budget and specification, and provide regular progress updates and reviews.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Job description

What if your next role actually made you excited for Mondays? At Siemens Mobility, we believe our people are the cornerstone of our success. We are committed to nurturing a supportive and inclusive environment where every team member can thrive.

Rail Infrastructure, one of three businesses within Siemens Mobility Limited UKI, is a leading UK rail industry provider. We offer a broad portfolio of solutions, including signalling, train control systems, fixed and mobile telecommunications, station management, electrification and integrated digital solutions, to help our customers deliver the best possible UK rail system.

The Project Manager leads Category C projects with the aim of completing customer projects on schedule, within the budget, with the required quality and to the customer's satisfaction, also considering other interested parties (stakeholders).

This role will act as the key coordination point between Sales, customers, and delivery partners, providing sub-project planning for Category A and B projects. It will be responsible for leading, directing, and delivering assigned work packages, while managing project activities and a small number of subcontractors to ensure successful project delivery.

You will also be responsible for...

• Ensuring allocated work packages or projects are delivered within the technical, legal etc requirements/standards and to the requirements of the allocated project(s) and budget and use the LoA tool for each project
• Delivery of project(s) to (within) budget and specification, time, cost and quality
• Supporting strategic viewpoints when managing the financial aspects of a project
• Delivery of project(s) to laid down legislation and company standards, such as PM@Siemens, QM@Siemens and LoA
• Interpreting financial project data analogues to project progress, considering demands of US-GAAP develops tax measures and implements them
• Setting up efficient procedures/processes for project controlling and reporting that always enable an up-to-date overview of the project
• Proposal Management - Develops the overall concept for the proposal, prepares the planning and tender costing according to valid guidelines. Identifies the necessary resources for preparing the proposal (incl. suitable and qualified partners/sub-contractors) and ensures their availability
• Contract Management - Knows the customer's business and operations and considers them in any recommendations. Ensure customer satisfaction, constantly seeking out and responding to customer feedback
• Responsibility for Results - ensures that the project runs to budget, profit and the required margin. Is aware of and in control of these figures at all times, and informs/updates other stakeholders on a regular basis
• Holding regular project reviews with required stakeholders
• Optimal use of resources (personnel and equipment/materials)
• Building a success-orientated project team

You’ll win us over with...

• Experience of managing projects at a minimum of Project C classification
• Experience/Knowledge of Project Management tools and techniques
• Knowledge of Project Management methodologies
• Experience of leading and managing a project team which may include Siemens staff and sub-contractors, and some experience of project managing or working within a project team may be beneficial but not essential
• Experience within the rail industry, and an understanding of project implementation, may also be beneficial

At Siemens Mobility, we believe that work should work for you. We go beyond standard benefits to create an environment where our people feel supported, empowered and valued both professionally and personally.

Wellbeing

• Flexible working
• 24/7 Mental health support
• Subsidised gym memberships
• Subsidised Bupa healthcare
• Enhanced sick pay

Financial

• Match and More pension
• Life assurance
• Perks at Work discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Annual Bonus

Family

• Day-one parental rights
• Shared parental leave
• Extra holidays for length of service
• Enjoy 26 days annual leave (plus public holidays)
• with the flexibility to buy or sell up to 5 days each year
• volunteering days and sabbaticals

Personal Growth

• Access to online learning
• Support for external training and development opportunities
• Inclusive culture promoting equality and belonging
• Active employee networks
• Opportunities to grow your skills and career Join Siemens Mobility where your wellbeing, growth, and future matter.

Please note that Siemens advises employees to inform their line manager when formally applying for a new role within the company.

We are a Disability Confident Leader and welcome applications from all individuals, including those with disabilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact your recruiter, who will be happy to support you.