Rail Programme Manager and Senior Project Manager in Pontypridd

Carrington West; Pontypridd; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting company is seeking a Programme Manager and a Senior Project Manager in Pontypridd for major rail infrastructure projects. Both roles require proven client-side experience and strong stakeholder engagement skills, with a focus on significant capital investment initiatives. The Programme Manager offers £500-£550 per day, while the Senior Project Manager offers £450-£500 per day. These positions offer a hybrid work model and are outside IR35.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering major rail infrastructure projects.
• Strong track record with public sector stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and delivery of the new build Station project.
• Manage project teams and engage with stakeholders.

Skills

Client-side experience

Stakeholder engagement

Experience with NEC contracts

Welsh language skills

Job description

Overview

Are you a Programmer Manager or Senior Project Manager with experience delivering new rail stations or depots?

Do you have previous experience of working client side?

We are pleased to present two significant new contract opportunities to work on Transport for Wales projects.

Location: Pontyprid 3 days a week - 2 from home
Contract length: Initial 6 months with likely extensions (projects are in early stages)
Rate: Programme Manager £500-£550 a day outside IR35
Senior Project Manager £450-£500 day outside IR35

Both roles are offered on an initial six-month basis with a strong likelihood of extensions, commencing in mid-October.

These positions are confirmed to be outside IR35.

Programme Manager

- Project Focus: This role will be dedicated to the a new build Station project, a major capital investment initiative.

- Day Rate: The position offers a rate of £500 - £550 per day

- Key Responsibilities:

• The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the planning and delivery of the project.
• This involves reporting directly to the Project Director, managing project teams, and handling extensive stakeholder engagement with entities such as the Welsh Government, the supply chain, and Network Rail.

Senior Project Manager

- Project Focus: This position is centered on the new Interchange project, which involves replacing the existing station with a new, integrated bus and train interchange.

- Day Rate: The role offers a competitive rate between £450 and £500 per day.

- Key Responsibilities:

• Reporting to the Programme Manager, this individual will have direct line management responsibility for other project managers on the scheme.

Shared Requirements for Both Roles

• Candidates must have proven, client-side experience in delivering major rail infrastructure projects, including station builds or depots.
• A strong track record of dealing with both internal and external stakeholders, particularly within the public sector, is essential.
• Experience working with NEC contracts
• While not essential, Welsh language skills are considered highly desirable.

Logistical Details

• Both roles will operate on a hybrid basis, with a requirement of three days per week in the Pontypridd offices and two days working from home.
• Interviews are scheduled to be conducted within the next couple of weeks.