Senior Rail Programs Manager for Complex Infrastructure

Proftech Talent; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee rail systems projects within a major UK program. Responsibilities include managing project delivery, coordinating stakeholders, and ensuring that all projects are delivered on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills and experience across the full project lifecycle, particularly in rail or infrastructure projects. This role offers a competitive salary and a hybrid working model, with 3 days in the office.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme with up to 12% employer contributions

Cash allowance in lieu of benefits

Company funded benefits such as life assurance

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Financial and health well-being programmes

Qualifications

• Experience planning and delivering complex projects (APM advanced level).
• Experience across the full project lifecycle, delivering rail or infrastructure projects.
• Experience managing and developing people in direct and matrix environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide project management support for allocated rail systems projects.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and integrated project teams.
• Monitor and manage project changes, risks, and milestones.
• Maintain and analyse project plans, reports, and governance.

Skills

Strong project management skills

Excellent problem-solving abilities

Proven influencing and negotiation skills

Knowledge of public procurement

Experience with risk management

Degree or equivalent experience

Experience managing people

Education

Degree in project management, engineering, or commercial management

Job description

A leading infrastructure consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee rail systems projects within a major UK program. Responsibilities include managing project delivery, coordinating stakeholders, and ensuring that all projects are delivered on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills and experience across the full project lifecycle, particularly in rail or infrastructure projects. This role offers a competitive salary and a hybrid working model, with 3 days in the office.