Lead Portfolio Manager (Major OLE & ETCS Projects)
Location:Swindon |Rate:£440/day (Umbrella) |Contract:6 Months (Inside IR35) |Clearance:BPSS & PTS Required
Drive a Critical Railway Modernisation Programme
Are you a seasoned Portfolio Manager with expertise in Overhead Line Equipment (OLE) and signalling systems? We are seeking a dynamicLead Portfolio Managerto oversee a portfolio of essential works on one of the UK's busiest and most high-profile rail corridors
This is a high-impact, 6-month contract where you will be instrumental in delivering two key workstreams: a majorHeadspan Conversionprogramme and the cutting-edgeETCS (European Train Control System)rollout, managing contracts with key partners
Your Role:
You will be the single point of accountability, leading the development, procurement, and assurance for these critical projects. Your focus will be on delivering to cost, time, and quality, while rigorously upholding Safety, Legislation, Company Standards, and the PACE framework.
What We're Looking For (The Essentials):
* Proven experience as a Portfolio Manager, Senior Project Manager, or Contract Manager within the UK rail sector.
* Strong, hands-on experience withNEC contract management, ideally across multiple contracts simultaneously.
* Background in OLE (Overhead Line Equipment) and/or Signalling/ETCS projects is highly desirable.
* In-depth knowledge ofNR/L2/INI/02009 (The Hazard Management Process)and other key standards.
* Excellent stakeholder and contractor management and engagement skills.
* Must hold or be eligible to acquire PTS (Personal Track Safety).
This portfolio consists of two distinct but vital modernisation programmes
Key Responsibilities:
* End-to-end management ofmultiple NEC Contracts(across both workstreams).
* Seamlessintegration of worksbetween all parties, including major contractors and internal teams.
* Ownership and development ofAMP & Health & Safety files.
* Deploying and ensuring adherence toHealth and Safety Management system.
* Application of key rail regulations
Ready to Lead this Critical Rail Upgrade?
If you are a strategic leader with the expertise to manage complex, multi-contractor rail projects with the required rail sector expertise, we want to hear from you.
Please apply now by submitting your CV online or call Linda Davison on 0 7 7 6 4 8 0 8 1 6 8
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