Rail Scheme Project Manager – Asset Protection Derby Hybrid

Ceto Talent; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 74,000; Part time

Job summary

Ceto Talent is seeking an experienced Scheme Project Manager – Asset Protection for Derby with hybrid working (60% office-based). The role covers end-to-end rail project delivery, stakeholder engagement, and interface management with the operational railway.

UK-wide schemes, including upgrades and safety-focused delivery, form the core of the programme. The ideal candidate will bring PRINCE2 and APM credentials, proven rail project delivery, and strong governance, risk, and budget management

Qualifications

• Degree in Project Management or a related discipline.
• PRINCE2 Foundation (or equivalent).
• Membership of, or working towards, the Association for Project Management (APM).
• Demonstrable experience delivering projects within the rail sector.
• Knowledge of operational railway infrastructure and project delivery processes.
• Understanding of project controls, commercial management, and programme delivery.
• Experience managing project budgets and reporting.
• Strong knowledge of health, safety, and environmental legislation, including CDM Regulations and CSM-RA.

Responsibilities

• Leading the delivery of high-value, multidisciplinary rail projects.
• Managing operational railway interface risks and mitigation strategies.
• Coordinating stakeholders and ensuring regulatory governance compliance.
• Working with CDM duty holders to maintain compliance with legislation.
• Managing project resources, programmes, budgets, and performance reporting.
• Supporting infrastructure change processes and safety assurance activities.
• Identifying risks, lessons learned, and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Building strong relationships with clients, delivery partners and stakeholders.

Skills

Rail project management

Stakeholder management

Governance & reporting

Budget management

Education

Degree in Project Management or related

Tools

PRINCE2

APM standards

CDM Regulations

Job description

Ceto Talent is seeking an experienced Scheme Project Manager – Asset Protection for Derby with hybrid working (60% office-based). The role covers end-to-end rail project delivery, stakeholder engagement, and interface management with the operational railway.

UK-wide schemes, including upgrades and safety-focused delivery, form the core of the programme. The ideal candidate will bring PRINCE2 and APM credentials, proven rail project delivery, and strong governance, risk, and budget management