At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage regional growth in the UK Rail sector while mentoring a talented technical team.
- Company: Join Waterman Aspen, a leader in infrastructure projects across the UK.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, company car, health insurance, 25 days leave, and community volunteering day.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional development and commercial ownership.
- Why this job: Shape the future of rail projects and develop your career with strong support.
- Qualifications: 3+ years in project management or engineering with people management skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 70000 £ per year.
Waterman Aspen welcomes project managers, engineers and technical specialists to make their mark on some of the biggest infrastructure projects across the UK on a secondment basis.
This particular role is a high-impact, hybrid leadership role tailored for an ambitious professional within the UK Rail sector. Your main contribution to the management role will be to shape and support regional growth, alongside an appropriate-level secondment to help you stay connected to the technical environment. This is an opportunity for you to develop through to full commercial ownership, with the support of your Associate and Regional Director, recruiting, managing, and mentoring a talented regional technical team while building the strategic client relationships that shape our future.
This role requires exceptional time management and a proactive approach to supporting your team. You will report directly to an Associate Director who reports to a Regional Director, who will provide guidance on the commercial and strategic aspects of the region. An annual training programme is followed to support your learning and training on the job to achieve your goals. Recognition by way of the Area Manager Supplement in addition to a bi-yearly bonus for achievement is part of the reward.
You’ll get all the benefits of being employed by us, while working on a variety of projects for our clients. This role within Waterman Aspen sees you being part of our management team as well as being in secondment within your technical discipline as a project manager or engineer. You will be a key member of the Rail Management team and you can expect:
- Direct Staff Management
- Career Progression
- Commercial negotiation
- Pipeline management
- Business Development & Client Care
- Relationship Management
- Market Intelligence Gathering
- Commercial Growth
Career development and support to reach your professional goals (CEng, EngTech, Incorporated) is also provided. A strong professional background in the UK market, with proven experience in contributing to multidisciplinary projects and ensuring full compliance with current industry standards in your sector or skill set is required.
Management Aptitude: Proven experience in, or a clear aptitude for, people management and the ability to lead a diverse team.
Commercial Acumen: An ability to understand the local marketplace, costs, and rate negotiation.
At least 3 years’ experience within your technical field and involvement in full project lifecycle within light or heavy rail is necessary. A full UK driving licence and relevant design software experience where appropriate are also required.
A salary in line with your experience, skills and location along with an industry-leading benefits package includes:
- Company car or car allowance
- Permanent health insurance
- 25 days annual leave (buy up to 5 more)
- Company pension contribution
- Salary sacrifice to buy additional benefits
- 1 paid Waterman Aspen in the Community Day to volunteer in your local community
Regional Director of Project Management employer: Waterman Aspen
Waterman Aspen is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters professional growth and development within the UK Rail sector. With a strong emphasis on mentorship, career progression, and a comprehensive benefits package including a company car, health insurance, and generous annual leave, employees are empowered to thrive while contributing to impactful infrastructure projects. The hybrid leadership role of Regional Director of Project Management not only allows for direct involvement in strategic client relationships but also ensures ongoing technical engagement, making it a rewarding opportunity for ambitious professionals.
