Senior Project Manager - Rail

TXM Recruit; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 110,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

TXM Recruit is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager (Rail) to lead infrastructure projects in the West Midlands, including the Birmingham depot programme. This 12-month contract offers hybrid working and a daily rate up to £700.

You will apply project lifecycle methodologies (APM/PRINCE2), manage contractors and stakeholders, and ensure delivery to time and budget. Chartered Engineer or equivalent, NEC4 experience and proficiency with CEMAR and MS Office are essential.

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer or equivalent level of qualifications.
• Experience in delivering projects using APM or PRINCE2.
• Knowledge of Contracts and Contract Management, specifically NEC4 Contract.
• Familiarity with project management software and financial systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver projects safely, to time, cost and quality using robust lifecycle methodologies (APM/PRINCE2).
• Provide governance and reporting in accordance with required processes and timelines.
• Define project scope, goals, milestones, and project team roles.
• Establish and implement the project plan with tasks, milestones and resources.
• Manage project teams and external contractors and maintain collaboration.
• Track progress and report costs and variances to stakeholders.
• Develop governance structures including working groups and steering committees.
• Manage project risks including financial, reputational, quality, environmental and HSE.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Education

Chartered Engineer

Tools

CEMAR

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you an experienced Project Manager with infrastructure experience? Are you experience in handling multiple projects?

TXM Recruit are working in partnership with a high-profile railway client. They are expanding their projects and are looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join their team located in West Midlands on a 12-month contract. This role is paying up to £700 per day.

Managing infrastructure upgrades of one or more train maintenance depot, ensuring the smooth execution and delivery of contract scope, to cost and to time. Managing the contractor, client and end user relationships and ensuring the daily operation of the depot can continue whilst works are ongoing.

About the role:

• Deliver projects safely, to time, cost and quality applying robust project lifecycle methodologies such as APM or PRINCE 2.
• Provide a professional and effective project management service, including project governance and reporting in accordance within required processes and timelines.
• Be responsible for project development, including project scope, goals and milestones and definition of project team roles.
• Establish and implement the project plan, including schedule of all tasks, key milestones and resource management.
• Manage project teams and maintain effective collaborative working between internal colleagues and external contractors.
• Track project progress and provide regular reports to stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain effective governance including technical working groups and Executive steering groups.
• Manage project risks including financial, reputational, quality, environmental and health and safety, and elevate issues effectively.
• Monitor project budgets and report costs against forecast spend profiles.
• Ensure that value for money is achieved when delivering projects.
• Facilitate lessons learnt reviews at project completion.
• Ensure project outcomes align with the clients strategic objectives.
• Ensure the client remains compliant with relevant changes in regulation and legislation.
• Maintain own professional development in project management.

What we require?

• Chartered Engineer or similar level of qualifications and proven work experience
• Experienced in delivering projects using APM or PRINCE2
• Knowledge of Contracts and Contract Management, specifically NEC4 Contract
• Experience in using recognised contract management techniques (e.g. CEMAR)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Familiarity with project management software and financial systems is advantageous

Main Details:

• Job Title: Senior Project Manager (Rail)
• Salary: up to £700 per day
• Contract: 12 Month Contract (potential to extend)
• Hours of Work: Hybrid based, with some potential head office and site visits required, as necessary.
• Location: West Midlands, Birmingham

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an exciting, friendly, and fast paced team, delivering essential services.

TXM Recruit is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any specific requirements or require assistance or reasonable adjustments to be made for you during the selection process due to disability or long-term health condition, we will do our best to assist you.