Senior Project Manager - Rail Sector

People Group Limited; Mid Suffolk; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure consultancy in England is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee track renewals and upgrades for the East Suffolk Line. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in delivering multi-disciplinary rail projects, hold a degree in engineering or a related field, and must possess certifications like personal track safety and CSCS. The role involves working collaboratively across various sectors, with a mix of site and remote work. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in delivering multi-disciplinary rail projects.
• Familiarity with GRIP and network engineering management standards.
• Possession of a personal track safety qualification.

Responsibilities

• Support track renewals and upgrades for the East Suffolk Line.
• Oversee project handover scheduled for December 2026.

Skills

Delivering multi-disciplinary rail projects

Knowledge of railway and Network Rail standards

Personal track safety qualification

CSCS certification

Education

Degree in engineering, construction, or related field

Job description

Overview

Full professional development whilst delivering the UK's most prominent infrastructure projects……..

Opportunity

Our client will offer you an opportunity to progress professionally and work across sectors in their nuclear, aviation, water, or highways teams with additional scope to deliver other rail programmes in the UK, Dublin, Canada, and Saudi Arabia.

Position

The initial opportunity is for a Senior Project Manager to support the track renewals and upgrades for the East Suffolk Line and Sizewell branch, handing over in December 2026.

Project

Sizewell C will be the last new‑build power station in the UK, which is a 3.2‑gigawatt power station generating low‑carbon electricity for around 6 million homes.

Location & Travel

You will be required to travel to sites 3 days a week and work from home 2 days.

Key Qualifications

• Track record of delivering multi‑disciplinary rail projects.
• Working knowledge of key railway and Network Rail standards and procedures, such as GRIP, engineering management for projects, AMP, DWWP.
• Degree and chartered status in an engineering, construction, or other related field.
• Hold a personal track safety qualification.
• Hold a suitable CSCS certification.

Equal Opportunity

People Group is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to promoting an inclusive environment for both our clients and employees.