Signalling Project Manager

Advance Training & Recruitment Services; Swindon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Advance Training & Recruitment Services seeks an experienced Rail Signalling Project Manager to lead major signalling and systems projects from planning to completion in the UK rail sector. Based in Swindon, you will oversee cost, schedule and safety compliance across design, installation, testing and commissioning activities.

You will coordinate with clients, subcontractors and multidisciplinary teams to ensure on-time delivery while maintaining high standards of safety and quality in a

Qualifications

• Experience managing rail signalling projects within the UK rail sector.
• Strong knowledge of signalling systems, project delivery processes, and rail safety standards.
• Experience working alongside Network Rail and principal contractors.
• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead rail signalling projects from initial planning through to final completion.
• Track project schedules, budgets, resources, and associated risks.
• Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Ensure all activities comply with Network Rail standards and wider rail industry regulations.
• Prepare and deliver regular project progress reports and updates.
• Assist with planning, commercial, and operational project requirements.

Skills

Rail signalling

Project management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Job description

Signalling Project Manager

We are currently seeking an experienced Rail Signalling Project Manager to join a well-established rail infrastructure organisation based in Swindon. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the successful delivery of major rail signalling and systems projects across the UK within a fast-paced, safety-critical environment.

The successful applicant will oversee projects throughout the full project lifecycle, ensuring all works are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget. You will work collaboratively with clients, subcontractors, and multidisciplinary teams covering design, installation, testing, and commissioning activities.

Key Responsibilities

Lead rail signalling projects from initial planning through to final completion

Track project schedules, budgets, resources, and associated risks

Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery

Ensure all activities comply with Network Rail standards and wider rail industry regulations

Prepare and deliver regular project progress reports and updates

Assist with planning, commercial, and operational project requirements

Requirements

• Previous experience managing rail signalling projects within the UK rail sector
• Strong knowledge of signalling systems, project delivery processes, and rail safety standards
• Experience working alongside Network Rail and principal contractors
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational abilities

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.