Project Manager - Rail Systems

Proftech Talent; Tyseley; Hybrid; GBP 58,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading talent solutions provider in the UK is seeking a Project Manager to oversee the delivery of major rail systems projects. The role involves managing projects to be delivered on time and within budget, leading multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring high-quality outputs. Responsibilities include liaising with stakeholders, managing risks and changes, and supporting senior management with project reporting. This position offers a competitive salary and a hybrid working structure with office-based days.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Starting salary reflects skills and experience

Cash allowance in lieu of benefits

Core company funded benefits

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Health well-being programmes

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing high-value, complex projects.
• Familiarity with full project lifecycle from pre-contract to commissioning.
• Experience managing people directly or within a matrix structure.

Responsibilities

• Provide project management support to Senior Project Managers.
• Support successful delivery of Railway Systems objectives.
• Monitor and manage project changes, escalating issues as needed.
• Manage package contractors for timely and quality delivery.
• Ensure project integration with related rail infrastructure projects.

Skills

Project management skills

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Analytical skills

Influencing skills

Understanding of project management principles

Risk management

Management of complex projects

Communication skills

Education

Degree in project management, engineering, commercial management, or similar

Job description

Project Manager

As a Project Manager within a major rail systems delivery programme, you will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required scope and quality. You will lead the preparation for contract award and oversee the successful delivery of complex infrastructure and rail systems works. This role plays a key part in bringing innovative technology and modern railway solutions to a large-scale infrastructure programme. You'll work within a multidisciplinary client team managing a broad mix of civil engineering, buildings, and rail systems activity across a high‑profile depot and control centre development.

Key Skills and Experience

• Strong project management skills, with the ability to plan, coordinate, and deliver projects effectively.
• Confident problem solver, able to assess information, evaluate options, and implement solutions across multiple workstreams.
• Sound decision‑making skills, using clear logic and well‑informed judgement.
• Able to analyse information, define strategies, and provide clear direction.
• Strong influencing and negotiation skills with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Solid understanding of project management principles (APM level or equivalent).
• Knowledge of risk identification, mitigation, and schedule management.
• Awareness of managing complex projects with multiple interfaces.
• Degree or equivalent experience in project management, engineering, commercial management, or similar.
• Proven experience managing high‑value, complex projects.
• Familiarity with the full project lifecycle from pre‑contract to commissioning.
• Experience working across multiple functions and disciplines.
• Experience managing people directly or within a matrix structure.
• Experience overseeing delivery via contractors and suppliers.

Details

• Salary: £58, 878 - £77, 470
• Working Hours: Full time Monday - Friday
• Location: Birmingham/Hybrid (3 days office based)
• Duration: Permanent

Responsibilities

• Provide project management support to Senior Project Managers / Heads of Delivery on allocated rail projects.
• Support the successful delivery of Railway Systems objectives and outcomes.
• Liaise with key Railway Systems stakeholders as required.
• Monitor and manage project changes, including scope and cost impacts, escalating issues when needed.
• Assist with accurate project reporting for Senior Project Managers / Heads of Delivery and wider programme forums.
• Help develop, maintain, and analyse project plans to identify risks and mitigation actions.
• Coordinate with integrated project teams, consultants, and contractors to meet project requirements.
• Manage package contractors to ensure delivery to time, budget, scope, and quality.
• Ensure the project is effectively integrated with related rail infrastructure projects.
• Carry out duties required of the Project Manager under NEC3 contracts.

Benefits

• A competitive pension scheme, with up to 12 per cent employer contributions
• A starting salary that reflects your skills and experience
• A cash allowance in lieu of benefits, which means you can choose which benefits are right for you and your family
• Core company funded benefits such as life assurance, income protection and health cash plan
• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays
• Access to tax‑efficient voluntary benefits scheme & retail, health, leisure, and travel offers
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program
• Financial and health well‑being programmes