Project Manager - Rail Systems

Project Manager \\n\\nAs a Project Manager within a major rail systems delivery programme, you will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required scope and quality. You will lead the preparation for contract award and oversee the successful delivery of complex infrastructure and rail systems works. This role plays a key part in bringing innovative technology and modern railway solutions to a large-scale infrastructure programme.

You'll work within a multidisciplinary client team managing a broad mix of civil engineering, buildings, and rail systems activity across a high-profile depot and control centre development.\\n\\nAs a Project Manager, you will need to have/be:\\n\\nStrong project management skills, with the ability to plan, coordinate, and deliver projects effectively.\\nConfident problem solver, able to assess information, evaluate options, and implement solutions across multiple workstreams.\\nSound decision-making skills, using clear logic and well-informed judgement.\\nAble to analyse information, define strategies, and provide clear direction.\\nStrong influencing and negotiation skills with internal teams and external suppliers.\\nSolid understanding of project management principles (APM level or equivalent).\\nKnowledge of risk identification, mitigation, and schedule management.\\nAwareness of managing complex projects with multiple interfaces.\\nDegree or equivalent experience in project management, engineering, commercial management, or similar.\\nProven experience managing high-value, complex projects.\\nFamiliarity with the full project lifecycle from pre-contract to commissioning.\\nExperience working across multiple functions and disciplines.\\nExperience managing people directly or within a matrix structure.\\nExperience overseeing delivery via contractors and suppliers.Details:\\n\\nSalary: £58, 878 – £77, 470\\nWorking Hours: Full time Monday – Friday\\nLocation: Birmingham/Hybrid (3 days office based)\\nDuration: PermanentRole of Project Manager:\\n\\nProvide project management support to Senior Project Managers / Heads of Delivery on allocated rail projects.\\nSupport the successful delivery of Railway Systems objectives and outcomes.\\nLiaise with key Railway Systems stakeholders as required.\\nMonitor and manage project changes, including scope and cost impacts, escalating issues when needed.\\nAssist with accurate project reporting for Senior Project Managers / Heads of Delivery and wider programme forums.\\nHelp develop, maintain, and analyse project plans to identify risks and mitigation actions.\\nCoordinate with integrated project teams, consultants, and contractors to meet project requirements.\\nManage package contractors to ensure delivery to time, budget, scope, and quality.\\nEnsure the project is effectively integrated with related rail infrastructure projects.\\nCarry out duties required of the Project Manager under NEC3 contracts.Benefits of working as a Project Manager:\\n\\na competitive pension scheme, with up to 12 per cent employer contributions\\na starting salary that reflects your skills and experience\\na cash allowance in lieu of benefits, which means you can choose which benefits are right for you and your family\\ncore company funded benefits such as life assurance, income protection and health cash plan\\n25 days annual leave plus public holidays\\naccess to tax-efficient voluntary benefits scheme & retail, health, leisure, and travel offers\\naccess to an Employee Assistance Program\\nfinancial and health well-being programmes