Location: North East
Salary: Negotiable
Contract Type: Contract (Permanent Considered) - Working pattern: 40 hours per week | Hybrid (60% office based)
We’re recruiting on behalf of a specialist rail consultancy for an experienced Rail Project Manager to support the delivery of complex rail enhancement projects across York and the North East. This role can be offered on a permanent basis, and our client will also consider contractors.
About the opportunity
This is a chance to join a growing, values-led consultancy environment where people are supported to develop and progress. You’ll work collaboratively with a strong team and play a key role in delivering a varied portfolio of high-profile rail schemes.
Current projects include major station upgrades, re-signalling, new station buildings and enhancement works, alongside technical and advisory services on major programmes.
The role
As Rail Project Manager, you’ll help plan, coordinate and deliver multi-disciplinary projects, managing operational railway interfaces and ensuring safe, compliant delivery from start to finish.
Key responsibilities
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Lead the development and delivery of high-value, multi-disciplinary rail projects, managing risks that affect the operational railway.
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Manage interfaces with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring compliance with governance and assurance requirements.
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Support compliance with relevant rail legislation and obligations, ensuring project outputs and deliverables are achieved.
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Interpret client scope and programme requirements, turning these into clear operational interface needs and practical solutions to support timely decision making.
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Work with CDM and duty holders to ensure compliance with CDM Regulations.
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Secure and coordinate resources, report progress against milestones, and manage contingency actions when required.
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Support alignment across organisations on infrastructure change proposals in line with CSM-RA requirements.
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Track, assess and report on project performance and risk across the full project lifecycle.
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Capture lessons learned and agree mitigation actions with stakeholders to strengthen project proposals.
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Build strong stakeholder relationships, manage expectations and advocate for project objectives.
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Identify clashes or conflicting activities, driving coordinated delivery and efficiency.
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Support investigations into accidents, incidents and close calls, ensuring learning is shared appropriately.
What we’re looking for
Essential
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Degree qualified in Project Management or a related discipline.
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APM membership (or working towards).
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PRINCE2 Foundation (or equivalent).
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Strong knowledge of the operational railway and rail infrastructure.
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Proven delivery experience in a rail project environment.
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Understanding of programme controls and commercial requirements.
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Knowledge of HSE legislation and requirements including CDM and CSM-RA.
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Experience managing project budgets.
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Knowledge of rail possessions and isolations.
Desirable
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Experience delivering third-party projects on Network Rail infrastructure.
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Knowledge of the Network Rail Asset Protection Process.
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Full project lifecycle delivery experience.
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Consultancy background (1–2 years within a project management consultancy setting).
What’s on offer
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Competitive rates or salary (dependent on experience)
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Hybrid working (60% office based) and flexibility where possible
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Strong benefits package including annual leave entitlement, private medical cover, healthcare cash plan, bonus and volunteering days
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Clear development pathways and support for professional qualifications
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Inclusive, people-first culture with a recruitment process that focuses on more than just a CV
Interested?
Apply via this advert or contact us for a confidential conversation. We’ll share full details (including the employer) with suitable candidates at the appropriate stage