At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage and support project teams on exciting rail projects while driving continuous improvement.
- Company: Join Telent, a leader in critical infrastructure with a focus on innovation and teamwork.
- Benefits: Enjoy 34 days holiday, a pension scheme, and discounts on cinema and shopping.
- Other info: Hybrid working with opportunities for career growth in a diverse and inclusive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on vital projects that keep the nation connected and protected.
- Qualifications: Experience in rail projects and strong communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 58349 - 71315 £ per year.
As an Assistant Project Manager at Telent, you will be trusted and empowered to deliver critical and complex work. You'll be free to innovate, take ownership and make smart, agile decisions. We need the best people to help us achieve our goals. Come, work in an environment where you can stretch your abilities and deliver on your potential. Help build and keep the nation's critical infrastructure connected and protected 24/7.
Reporting into the Project Manager, the Assistant Project Manager will be working on a high profile, fast paced SCADA project for Network Rail. This is a hands-on role where previous expertise working on Rail based projects is essential. The role offers hybrid working, with travel to sites in London & Warwick on a bi-weekly basis.
What you’ll do:
- Provide day to day management and direction and support to the assigned Project Delivery Team, providing regular and effective communication and prioritisation.
- Identify areas for improvement in project performance to drive continuous improvement.
- Determining and defining client project scope and objectives.
- Set up stage gate meetings such as project kick off meetings, project gate reviews (design, start on construction), project close out sessions as defined in the Project Execution/Mobilisation Plan.
- Financial performance of assigned projects, including monitoring and reporting through designated systems and responsible for managing projects Profit and Loss accounts.
- Providing support to bid submissions including Project Plans, Risks, Actions, Issues, Decisions (RAID) log and method statement responses as required.
- Present the monthly contract review paperwork to senior management on allocated projects.
Who you are:
You will have some previous experience working on projects within Rail or Electrification and be keen to continue to develop these skills with good financial acumen and excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Key Requirements:
- Some experience of working on complex projects within a Rail, Electrification (ELP, HV, LV, Substations, RTU's) or SCADA and keen to build and develop within these areas.
- Excellent financial and commercial experience of managing multi-million project budgets.
- Working knowledge of Health and Safety regulations.
- Experience of managing complex customer and end user relationships.
- Full driving license.
What we offer:
A career at Telent can span many sectors, roles, technologies and clients giving you the opportunity to develop, learn new skills and make an impact. We are growing and we rely on our committed Team to deliver. We nurture the talent that makes this happen, by our on-going commitment to creating an inclusive culture that respects and values difference, that celebrates diverse ideas. We want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work.
The additional benefits with this role:
- 34 days holiday, including public holidays, plus the option to buy or sell five days each year.
- Company pension scheme.
- A range of family friendly policies.
- Occupational health support and wellbeing Portal.
- Discounts on Cinema, Restaurants and Shopping with Telent Reward scheme.
We’re passionate about creating an environment that champions diversity and inclusion, where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves and empowered to reach their full potential. People are at the heart of our business, and we believe that our teams should reflect the diverse experiences and backgrounds of the communities we support.
Assistant Project Manager in England employer: Telent Technology Services Ltd
At Telent, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that values diversity and encourages personal growth. As a Principal Design Engineer in Bridgwater, you'll enjoy a hybrid working model, competitive benefits including a company car allowance and healthcare, and the opportunity to lead critical infrastructure projects in a friendly and respectful environment. Join us to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career in a dynamic and innovative setting.
Contact Details:
Telent Technology Services Ltd Recruitment Team
