Project Manager – Rail, Utilities & Infrastructure (NR / LU / Highways / CRT) Location: UK Wide position, often London based Sectors: Rail (NR/LU), Utilities, Highways, Waterways Reports to: Operations Director Role Purpose - To lead and deliver multi-disciplinary projects across the rail, highways, and waterways environment, including under-track and under-road crossings (HDD/UTX), surveys, vegetation clearance, and track monitoring, ensuring compliance with Network Rail, London Underground, National Highways and Canal & River Trust standards. Responsible for safe delivery, programme management, stakeholder liaison, and commercial performance. Key Responsibilities Project Delivery Plan and deliver works including: UTX/HDD and trenchless crossings Topographical & GPR surveys Track monitoring works (NR/L2/CIV/177) Vegetation clearance & temporary access routes Produce and manage: BAPA submissions and ASPRO engagement National Highways permit submissions & TM approvals Canal & River Trust access/consent applications WPP, RAMS, TBS, CPP, Environmental Plans Emergency & Evacuation Arrangements Liaise with CRE, COSS/RSS, TWC and Principal Contractor teams Manage SSOW packs, PTS requirement and site access planning Maintain client reporting, data logs, progress trackers and handback packs Safety & Compliance Ensure compliance with: CDM Regulations NR/L2/CIV/177 & NR/L2/OHS/019 LU access and safety requirements National Highways standards & Chapter 8 Canal & River Trust access / waterway protection rules Environmental & ecological obligations (incl. nesting season rules) Chair safety briefings, toolbox talks, and hazard reviews Manage HAVS, manual handling, biosecurity & environmental controls Stakeholder Management Primary point of contact for: Network Rail ASPRO TME London Underground Asset Protection National Highways Permit Teams Canal & River Trust Supervisors Local authorities, land owners & utilities providers Chair progress meetings and technical reviews Commercial & Programme Develop programme and works sequencing Manage budgets, cost control & variations Procure labour, plant and subcontractors Issue progress reports and compensation event notices Required Experience Rail infrastructure delivery experience (NR or LU) Experience with highways and waterways interface works Delivery of: BAPA / ASPRO processes National Highways TM and permit submissions CRT Working Over/Adjacent to Water procedures UTX/HDD, GPR and survey packages Track monitoring and NR/L2/CIV/177 compliance Vegetation management and temporary access routes Competence with RAMS, WPP, SSOWP, CPP, TBS, CPP Qualifications & Competences Essential SMSTS or equivalent CSCS / PTS (or willing to gain) Temporary Works knowledge Rail and/or civils experience Desirable TWC or TWS Appointed Person / Lift Planner understanding CRE / Assistant CRE background IOSH / NEBOSH National Highways TM awareness (Chapter 8) Experience working to CRT waterway protocols Key Attributes Safety-first, proactive, confident communicator Strong stakeholder management with ASPRO, Highways & CRT Able to manage fast-paced rail/highway interfaces Leadership and team-motivating capability Benefits Competitive package Sponsorship for rail competencies (PTS, SSOW, CRE development)