Assistant Project Manager jobs in United Kingdom
Project Manager
Job summary
A leading support services company in Birmingham is seeking a Project Manager to coordinate and deliver multiple projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, preferably within the railway sector, with a focus on safety and compliance. This role involves leading teams, managing risks, and ensuring projects meet client expectations on time and budget. Join a growing team recognized for its commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Proven track record in managing projects, preferably in the Railway Industry.
- In-depth knowledge of construction practices and financial planning.
- Ability to manage health & safety compliance and risk effectively.
Responsibilities
- Lead project delivery from inception to completion.
- Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders and clients.
- Monitor project progress and financial goals.
Skills
Education
Tools
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Job Introduction
The benefits
Health and Wellbeing Plans
23 days paid holiday increasing to 25 after 2 years
Discounts and Cashbacks
Paid Volunteering days
Employee Assistance Program
Refer a Friend Scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Bonus
Travel Allowance
The role
Carlisle Support Services is looking for a Project Manager to lead, co-ordinate and deliver multiple projects across Carlisle's network. The main focus as the Project Manager, you will take ownership of project delivery from inception through to completion - ensuring all projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standard. You'll play a key role in developing strategic project opportunities, managing stakeholders, and leading multidisciplinary teams across a variety of high-profile sites.
Your core role will include but not be limited to the following activities:
• Lead and diligently manage the delivery of projects to ensure they meet contractual, commercial, and client expectations.
• Lead on Identifying project opportunities to support business growth and profitability.
• Ensure all projects comply with health & safety, CDM regulations, internal procedures and legislation.
• Manage project risks, the commercial life cycle, and timelines efficiently, with a focus on client satisfaction .
• Monitor daily project progress, making necessary adjustments to ensure successful project completion and achieving the highest standard of project assurance that governs quality and safety .
• Ensure that the project delivery and product is achieving value for money for the client.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and subcontractors.
• Ensure projects are financially planned, with clear revenue and profit goals.
• Coaching and mentoring of technical teams including engineering inductions.
• Promote a collaborative, customer-focused culture across the wider team and project. Stakeholders
The ideal candidate
• Proven track record in project management, ideally in the Railway Industry (not essential) - Station or Train Depot environments, or large-scale infrastructure projects .
• In depth knowledge of construction processes, procurement, financial planning, and risk management.
• Detail knowledge around track safety and proven experience of delivering "on or near the line" projects.
• Knowledge of Rail ABP funding requirements.
• Experience working collaborating with cross-functional teams and subcontractors.
• Understanding of health & safety, statutory compliance, and CDM regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to risk management.
• Ability to identify new project opportunities and support business growth initiatives.
• Financial awareness enables a full understanding of budgets, P&L and cash flow.
• Strong understanding and knowledge of Health and Safety in the rail sector (desirable).
• Excellent interpersonal skills that enable positive and meaningful relationships to be developed and maintained .
• Demonstrable ability to generate additional profitable revenue.
Desirable
• Degree level qualification or equivalent - recommended requirement
• NEBOSH
• ISOH
• SMSTS
• Rail industry experience
• Full UK driving license
• PTS Sentinel
• CSCS Cardholder
• Prince 2 / PMP / AMP Project Manager Qualifications
National Travel
Days: 5 over 7
Successful candidates will be required to provide original documentation for detailed screening and vetting processes.
This could include the following: passport / driving licence / utility bill dated in the last 3 months / HMRC letter / original bank statement / original payslip / birth certificate / a valid share code.
About us
Join a growing market-leading brand of support services to work with the UK's largest brands such as Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Jaguar Land Rover, Tesco, BBC StudioWorks, and many more.
Carlisle currently employees over 5,000 dedicated and enthusiastic staff members to deliver events, security cleaning, and retail facilities support services across the UK's most renowned sites and critical infrastructure.
Apply today to find out more and embark on an exciting career journey filled with unrivalled recognition schemes and progression opportunities aimed at helping you achieve your true potential.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
At Carlisle, we are committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in all areas of employment, recruitment and selection, training, development, and promotion.
In all situations people will be judged solely on merit or ability.
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* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.
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