Project Manager - Fixed Term Contract

Rail Safety and Standards Board Limited; Willenhall; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A public safety organization in the UK seeks a Project Manager to oversee the design, development, and delivery of railway-related research projects, valued up to £200k. The successful candidate will lead project teams, ensure adherence to policies, and manage stakeholder relationships. This fixed-term role offers competitive benefits and encourages collaboration and effective communication.

Benefits

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Private medical and dental cover

Performance related bonus

Pension scheme

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Experience in managing project delivery with attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.
• Experience of managing research projects is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage project delivery within specified budget constraints.
• Establish and manage project teams for collaborative success.
• Monitor project progress and manage project risks.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Microsoft Project

Problem solving

Effective communication

Education

Recognised project management qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

The Project Manager will manage the design, development and delivery of railway related research projects in order to achieve the project objectives within specified constraints. The projects to be managed are research projects with values of up to approximately £200k.

To support the onboarding process, a “buddy” will be assigned, so that any new starter has someone to support them in addition to their line manager.

This role is offered on a fixed-term contract basis for a period of 12 months.

Responsibilities

Project Leadership

• Delivery of research projects with project budgets of up to approx. £200k as delegated by the Senior Project Manager or Programme Manager, in accordance with all relevant RSSB policies, processes and procedures.
• Ensure that projects are delivered in accordance with all relevant RSSB policies, processes and procedures
• Establish project teams and influence and motivate members of the team to ensure that, through their individual efforts and through collaborative working with internal and external stakeholders, they contribute to project success in line with the project plan.

Project Definition, Planning and Control

Deliver projects throughout the lifecycle in line with RSSB processes, and:

• Ensure that project requirements are clearly defined, agreed and communicated.
• Prepare and maintain schedules, taking account of dependencies and resource requirements.
• Prepare and present timely project documentation for budget authorisation and stage gates.
• Identify and monitor project risks, opportunities and issues, taking account of lessons learned.
• Ensure project outputs meet stakeholder requirements and are fit for purpose.
• Monitor project progress against plan for agreed project performance indicators.
• Manage the contracts and supplier relationships for externally delivered projects.
• Manage internal and external stakeholders, taking account of their levels of influence and particular interests, to support the achievement of project objectives and the realisation of benefits, and secure an appropriate level of feedback to facilitate continuous improvement.
• Proactively manage project budgets and maintain accurate forecasts.

Qualifications

Essential:

• A recognised project management qualification such as APM Project Fundamentals (PFQ) or equivalent experience.
• Experience of managing the successful delivery of projects, with attention to detail and accuracy in all work.
• Experience of effective stakeholder and supplier management, with effective presentation, facilitation and chairing skills for stakeholder meetings.
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Project, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• A commitment to RSSB’s values and customer service.
• Communicate effectively and share thoughts and ideas through methods appropriate to the audience.
• Adapt and respond effectively when embracing new opportunities, change and in navigating uncertainty.
• Actively contribute as part of a team and work towards achieving team goals and outcomes.
• Take responsibility and demonstrate accountability in completing tasks and achieving objectives, actively seeking to resolve problems and identify opportunities.
• Committed to customer service and placing customer satisfaction at the heart of our success to ensure we deliver against our shared goals.
• Can work collaboratively within an evolving industry, gaining stakeholder confidence through understanding their goals and motivations and demonstrating credibility as an expert.
• Make timely, informed decisions taking account of the benefits and constraints involved.

Desirable:

• Experience of managing research projects.

We are committed to investing in our staff and offer formal and informal learning opportunities for development.

We valuediversityand equal opportunities in employment and are committed to creating a workplace which is inclusive to everyone. As a member of theDisability Confident Scheme, we encourage candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria,to apply for our jobs.If you have applied under the Disability Confident Scheme, please let us know in advance by emailing [e-mail] Find out more about Diversity and Inclusion at RSSB: Rail Safety and Standards Board Careers - VERCIDA

If you require anyreasonable adjustmentswith respect to our selection process including information in an alternative format, please contact us at [e-mail]

We understand the importance ofwork-life balanceand we offer our staff the flexibility to work within our core hours and the option to vary their location between both the office and home. If you are looking for further flexibility, speak to us at interview stage so that we can consider your request.

We value our staff and we offer a competitivebenefitspackage to ensure our staff can achieve their best throughout their journey with us. This includes 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays); a holiday buy and sell scheme; private medical and dental cover; a season ticket loan and travel subsidy; access to a cycle to work scheme; volunteer leave; a performance related bonus and pension.