Project Manager Rail & Infrastructure

Apex Search and Selection Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee projects in Rail, Utilities, and Infrastructure across the UK. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with safety regulations, manage stakeholder communications, and deliver multidisciplinary projects effectively. Ideal candidates will have a background in rail infrastructure delivery, experience with highways and waterways, and hold relevant certifications. This role offers a competitive package and opportunities for professional development, particularly in rail competencies.

Benefits

Competitive package

Sponsorship for rail competencies

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering projects within rail infrastructure.
• Knowledge of highways and waterways interface.
• Ability to manage health and safety compliance.
• Proficiency in stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and oversee rail and highways projects.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
• Manage stakeholder communications and meetings.
• Oversee commercial aspects and project finance.

Skills

Rail infrastructure delivery experience

Highways and waterways interface experience

BAPA / ASPRO processes delivery

National Highways TM and permit submissions

Track monitoring compliance

Vegetation management

RAMS knowledge

Education

SMSTS or equivalent

CSCS / PTS certification

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Overview

Project Manager – Rail, Utilities & Infrastructure (NR / LU / Highways / CRT)

Location: UK Wide position, often London based

Sectors: Rail (NR / LU), Utilities, Highways, Waterways

Reports to: Operations Director

Role Purpose - To lead and deliver multi-disciplinary projects across the rail, highways, and waterways environment, including under-track and under-road crossings (HDD / UTX), surveys, vegetation clearance, and track monitoring, ensuring compliance with Network Rail, London Underground, National Highways and Canal & River Trust standards. Responsible for safe delivery, programme management, stakeholder liaison, and commercial performance.

Responsibilities

• Project Delivery: Plan and deliver works including UTX / HDD and trenchless crossings
• Topographical & GPR surveys
• Track monitoring works (NR / L2 / CIV / 177)
• Vegetation clearance & temporary access routes
• Produce and manage: BAPA submissions and ASPRO engagement
• National Highways permit submissions & TM approvals
• Canal & River Trust access / consent applications
• WPP, RAMS, TBS, CPP, Environmental Plans
• Emergency & Evacuation Arrangements
• Liaise with CRE, COSS / RSS, TWC and Principal Contractor teams
• Manage SSOW packs, PTS requirement and site access planning
• Maintain client reporting, data logs, progress trackers and handback packs

• Safety & Compliance: Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations; NR / L2 / CIV / 177 & NR / L2 / OHS / 019
• LU access and safety requirements
• National Highways standards & Chapter 8
• Canal & River Trust access / waterway protection rules
• Environmental & ecological obligations (incl. nesting season rules)
• Chair safety briefings, toolbox talks, and hazard reviews
• Manage HAVS, manual handling, biosecurity & environmental controls

• Stakeholder Management: Primary point of contact for Network Rail ASPRO + TME, London Underground Asset Protection, National Highways Permit Teams, Canal & River Trust Supervisors, local authorities, land owners & utilities providers
• Chair progress meetings and technical reviews

• Commercial & Programme: Develop programme and works sequencing; Manage budgets, cost control & variations; Procure labour, plant and subcontractors; Issue progress reports and compensation event notices

Required Experience

• Rail infrastructure delivery experience (NR or LU)
• Experience with highways and waterways interface works
• Delivery of: BAPA / ASPRO processes
• National Highways TM and permit submissions
• CRT Working Over / Adjacent to Water procedures
• UTX / HDD, GPR and survey packages
• Track monitoring and NR / L2 / CIV / 177 compliance
• Vegetation management and temporary access routes
• Competence with RAMS, WPP, SSOWP, CPP, TBS, CPP

Qualifications & Competences

• Essential
• SMSTS or equivalent
• CSCS / PTS (or willing to gain)
• Temporary Works knowledge
• Rail and / or civils experience
• Desirable
• TWC or TWS
• Appointed Person / Lift Planner understanding
• CRE / Assistant CRE background
• IOSH / NEBOSH
• National Highways TM awareness (Chapter 8)
• Experience working to CRT waterway protocols

Key Attributes

• Safety-first, proactive, confident communicator
• Strong stakeholder management with ASPRO, Highways & CRT
• Able to manage fast-paced rail / highway interfaces
• Leadership and team-motivating capability

Benefits

• Competitive package
• Sponsorship for rail competencies (PTS, SSOW, CRE development)