Project Manager (CD)

TN United Kingdom; York; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee a portfolio of projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards. The role involves managing complex projects, leading multidisciplinary teams, and engaging with stakeholders effectively. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in project management within the Rail Industry, along with relevant qualifications such as PRINCE2.

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex projects, including team management and delivery.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation and safety management practices.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Lift and Escalator renewal projects.
• Manage cross-functional teams to deliver the capital programme.
• Identify and implement quality and efficiency improvements.

Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Communication

Decision-Making

Project Management

Risk Management

Education

Degree or Equivalent Experience

Tools

PRINCE2

Job description

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Project Managers work across the full portfolio of Network Rails infrastructure investment, from minor renewals to complex multi-disciplinary programmes. They are accountable for managing the safe and effective delivery of all projects, ranging from low complexity single discipline to high complexity multi-disciplinary projects, to meet client requirements regarding time, cost, quality, and performance. An experienced Project Manager may be required to deliver a portfolio of smaller, lower complexity projects.

Responsibilities include:

1. Deliver Lift and Escalator renewal projects.
2. Undertake assurance for project management activities.
3. Implement relevant project management standards, processes, and procedures.
4. Deliver specific programmes/projects on time, within budget, and according to other success criteria, following corporate guidelines.
5. Produce investment plans for projects in accordance with Investment Regulations.
6. Manage suppliers and staff effectively, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.
7. Manage cross-functional teams to deliver the capital Lift & Escalator programme of works.
8. Identify and implement quality and efficiency improvements.
9. Liaise with internal and external customers to meet their needs.
10. Discharge Network Rail CDM related duties as required by company process.

About the role (External)

Key Accountabilities

1. Accountable for delivering complex projects or a portfolio of lower complexity projects safely, environmentally responsibly, on time, within budget, and to quality standards, in accordance with GRIP, Network Rail standards, legislation, and procedures.
2. Support the project Sponsor in defining project requirements.
3. Lead and develop multidisciplinary teams to identify solutions and establish robust plans.
4. Empower and inspire team members for project success.
5. Identify, monitor, and mitigate project risks and issues.
6. Manage resource allocation, including securing necessary resources.
7. Engage and lead stakeholder relationships, considering their influence and interests.
8. Establish governance arrangements, roles, responsibilities, and conduct project reviews.
9. Manage project scope changes and update configuration documents as needed.
10. Manage and update business cases justifying projects.
11. Undertake accident investigations as required.

Job Skills, Experience, and Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent experience.
• Membership or working towards membership of the Association for Project Management.
• Registered PRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills across all levels.
• Experience in managing complex projects, including team management, planning, contracting, and delivery.
• Proven track record in project budget management and financial interpretation.
• Ability to manage ambiguity with strong evaluation and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation, safety management practices, and safety case development.
• Experience within the Rail Industry Sector, including application of PACE, CDM, and CSM.