Property Project Manager

Deutsche Bahn AG; Doncaster; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation company in the UK is seeking an experienced Property Project Manager. This role involves managing project activity across Property, Operational, and Sales Teams, leading construction projects, and improving the property portfolio. Candidates should have experience in property and construction, excellent stakeholder management, and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. The position offers a salary between £50,000 - £65,000, hybrid working flexibility, and various benefits for employee development and well-being.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Bonus Scheme up to 20%

Defined Contribution pension scheme

Free on-site parking

EV charging facilities

Cycle to work scheme

Manager led recognition programme

Access to training programs and development courses

Employee benefits portal

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience project manager with resilience in complex organizational settings.
• Strong understanding of governance principles and risk management practices.
• Proven knowledge of property procurement methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects to drive efficiencies within Property.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders effectively.
• Maintain accurate documentation and project progress.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Change management

Communication skills

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Building/Civil Engineering, Architecture or related discipline

Professional certifications (e.g., APM, PMP, CCM)

Job description

DB Cargo UK is currently recruiting for a Property Project Manager to join our Property Team.

In the role of Property Project Manager, you will assume responsibility for the day‑day management of project activity across the Property, Operational and Sales Teams working on DB Cargo and customer related projects. You will lead various construction projects as well as property improvements within the existing UK portfolio.

The role will be based at our Head Office in Doncaster and include the flexibility of hybrid working depending on business needs.

This advert will close on Sunday 11 th January 2026. We reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier if we receive a sufficient number of applications.

First stage interviews will take place week commencing 2 nd February 2026.

Responsibilities

In role of Property Project Manager there will be pillars of responsibility associated with this role, but not limited to, detailed below. Throughout this you will seek opportunities to increase capacity and efficiency of the property portfolio.

What will you be doing?

Project Management: Lead projects to drive efficiencies within Property and collaboration within the wider buinsess. Defining project scope, timelines, and deliverables, and coordinating cross‑functional teams to achieve project objectives.

Stakeholder Management: Engage with internal and external stakeholders. Manage resistance effectively, building strong relationships and fostering a collaborative environment. In this role you will be the interface between teams including safety, operations, sales and legal.

Externally you will engage with consultant and contractors, for example quantity surveyors, architects, engineers, specialist designers.

Change Management: Drive change initiatives to promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Advocate for necessary changes to existing practices and processes to strengthen governance and control.

Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate documentation, control procedures, and project progress. Prepare regular reports and updates for senior management and key stakeholders.

Continuous Improvement: Monitor the effectiveness of implemented governance and control measures and identify areas for improvement. Proactively seek feedback from stakeholders and adjust strategies as needed to achieve desired outcomes.

Qualifications

We are looking for an experience project manager with high resilience and drive results and effect change in complex organisational settings. Previous experience within property, construction or other relative areas will be required for this role.

You will have a strong understanding of governance principles, control frameworks, and risk management practices. Strong knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 contracts and Health & Safety legislation, including CDM regulations will be required for this role.

You will have proven knowledge of different property procurement methods, including their various advantages and disadvantages.

You will be able to demonstrate exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate with stakeholders at all levels.

The successful candidate will hold a Bachelors degree in Construction Management Building/Civil Engineering, Architecture or related discipline.

They will also hold professional certifications from an appropriate construction focused association or institute (e.g. APM- Association for Project Management, PMP – Project Management Professional, CCM – Certified Construction Manager).

What matters to you?

Here at DB Cargo we offer range of benefits as part of your employment.

We are offering a salary of between £50,000 - £65,000 depending on experience based on a 37 hour contract per week.

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Hybrid working between our locations and your home, this is mutually agreeable between the business and employee

Bonus Scheme - non contractual dependant on business and personal performance up to 20%.

Defined Contribution pension scheme with generous employer contribution – up to 10% employer contribution

Free on-site parking

EV charging at selected sites

Cycle to work Scheme

Manager led recognition programme for employees who live our values

Access to DB Learning world

Annual pay reviews

We are dedicated to your continuous professional development. Depending on your role we have specialist training programs, apprenticeships, development plans, courses and qualifications we can support you through.

Access to our employee benefits portal where you can take advantage of discounts for a variety of shops and services as well as accessing our wellbeing content

We take the health and wellbeing of all employees seriously and provide access to an Employee Assistance Programme