Project Manager - Rail

Randstad Construction & Property; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency seeks an experienced Project Manager for a rail project in Hertfordshire. Responsible for overseeing project lifecycle, including design and implementation, candidates must have project management experience in the UK rail industry and relevant certifications. This freelance role offers flexibility and requires strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Proven project management experience in the UK rail industry.
• Valid SMSTS, PTS, and CSCS certifications are essential.
• In-depth knowledge of AFA schemes is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end project lifecycle, ensuring delivery on time and to budget.
• Lead and coordinate with design teams to ensure specifications are met.
• Manage multiple subcontract packages, including building & civils.

Skills

Project management experience in the UK rail industry

Strong technical knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Education

Valid SMSTS certification

Valid PTS certification

Valid CSCS certification

Job description

Overview

Project Manager - Access for All (AFA) Rail Project
Hertfordshire
Freelance Outside IR35 - CIS or LTD Company

Our client requieres a Rail exoerienced Project Manager to take full responsibility for a key Access for All (AFA) scheme at a railway station in Hertfordshire. This role will oversee the project from the initial design phase through to final implementation and handover.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end project lifecycle, ensuring delivery on time and to budget.
• Lead and coordinate with design teams to ensure specifications are met.
• Manage multiple subcontract packages, including building & civils, structural steelwork, lifts, and M&E.
• Oversee all temporary works, ensuring safety and compliance.
• Demonstrate a flexible approach, including weekend work as required by the project schedule.

Candidate Profile

• Essential: Proven project management experience in the UK rail industry.
• Essential: Valid SMSTS, PTS, and CSCS certifications.
• Highly desirable: In-depth knowledge of AFA schemes.
• Strong technical knowledge and experience managing designers.
• A collaborative leader with excellent communication skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• CITB Temporary Works Co-ordinator competency is preferred.
• Previous CRE (C) experience would be a significant advantage.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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