b Overview /b p In this role you will lead the delivery of railhead infrastructure and track installation for a major UK rail project, driving safe, on-time, and commercial success. You will coordinate across design, procurement, construction, and commissioning, ensuring compliance with HS2 standards and JV procedures. The position offers frontline leadership in a large, multi-disciplinary program with globally informed best practices. You will shape project execution, mitigate risks, and deliver handover-ready results in a complex, regulated environment. /p b Pay / Benefits /b ul li comprehensive benefits package /li li initiatives supporting physical and psychological health /li li global and cross-business unit mobility /li li use of cutting-edge productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot) /li /ul b Responsibilities /b ul li Lead safe, efficient delivery of railhead infrastructure and track installation from mobilisation to handover /li li Define and maintain the project execution strategy and governance /li li Manage railhead infrastructure, slab track, ballastless track systems, S C installations, and related civil works /li li Ensure adequate resources, plant, materials, and personnel to meet objectives /li li Oversee performance against safety, programme, cost, quality and environmental targets /li li Develop and deliver integrated project programme coordinating design, procurement, construction, logistics, testing and commissioning /li li Lead commercial and contractual management including forecasting, changes, variations and financial performance /li li Procure, mobilise and manage subcontractors and suppliers /li li Act as main liaison with HS2, designers, delivery partners, suppliers and stakeholders /li li Manage interfaces between railhead operations, track installation, logistics, and commissioning /li li Provide visible leadership and ensure compliance with legal requirements and JV procedures /li li Ensure works align with approved designs, specifications, and assurance requirements /li li Lead testing, commissioning, handover activities and documentation /li li Establish risk, opportunity, issue, and change management processes /li li Develop a multi-disciplinary project team aligned with JV values and high performance /li /ul b Key requirements /b ul li Proven experience delivering major rail infrastructure or complex civil engineering projects /li li Experience with overall responsibility for safety, programme, cost, quality and commercial performance /li li Strong understanding of rail and track construction (slab track, ballastless, conventional track, S C) /li li Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing interfaces /li li Proven ability to manage subcontractors, suppliers and designers /li li Strong knowledge of project planning, controls, forecasting, risk management and change control /li li Commercial and contractual knowledge including NEC contracts, variations and compensation events /li li Ability to interpret contractual requirements, technical specs, and project procedures /li li Strong leadership, communication, negotiation and stakeholder management /li li Ability to make informed decisions in a complex, regulated project environment /li li Desirable qualifications: Degree in Civil Engineering/Construction Management/Project Management; Chartered status; Project management qualifications (APM/PRINCE2); Experience on HS2/Network Rail /li li Knowledge of rail logistics, possession planning, testing, commissioning, and interfaces /li /ul ul li leadership /li li stakeholder management /li li negotiation /li li railhead infrastructure /li li slab track /li li ballastless track /li /ul
Project Manager (Railheads & Track Installation) employer: Ferrovial
At Ferrovial, we pride ourselves on being a global leader in infrastructure, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation thrives and every employee's contribution is valued. Our inclusive culture fosters collaboration among talented professionals, while our commitment to career growth ensures that you have the opportunity to develop your skills and advance within the company. With a comprehensive benefits package and a focus on employee wellbeing, working at Ferrovial means being part of a community that is dedicated to making a positive impact on people's lives through meaningful projects.
