Project Manager – Facilities (2-year fixed term)
Salary: £60,000.00 per annum
Location: Leeds/York with travel to Neville Hill (Leeds) and Shipley
Responsibilities
* Leading facilities input through design, construction, commissioning and handover
* Representing Northern in design reviews and assurance forums, keeping compliance and operational needs front and centre
* Challenging designs and scope changes to protect safety, usability and whole-life cost
* Managing relationships with Network Rail, contractors and delivery partners, particularly around landlord and tenant responsibilities
* Overseeing key systems such as building services, utilities, fire, drainage, environmental and security
* Making sure statutory requirements and Northern standards are fully met
* Setting up asset registers, maintenance regimes and systems before the site goes live
* Ensuring all documentation, certifications and warranties are complete and accurate
* Supporting safe delivery on site, including contractor assurance and risk management
* Preparing the facility so it’s fully operational from day one
* Managing defects and seeing issues through to resolution after handover
Qualifications
* Experience delivering projects in a complex, regulated environment
* A recognised project management qualification such as PRINCE2 (Projects IN Controlled Environments) or APM (Association for Project Management), or a relevant degree
* A strong understanding of health, safety and environmental legislation, including CDM (Construction Design and Management) regulations
* The ability to influence and work with a wide range of stakeholders, both internal and external
* Confidence to question designs and decisions where needed, always with long‑term performance in mind
* Experience managing commercial discussions, including contracts, warranties and service agreements
* The ability to turn a high‑level concept into a clear and deliverable plan
* Experience in rail or property development would be useful, but it’s your ability to think like a facilities professional and see the bigger picture that matters most
What’s in it for you?
* Free Travel: Unlimited free travel for you, your partner, and your dependents on Northern services. Plus up to 75% discount on other networks in the UK and Europe.
* Generous Pension Scheme: We top up your contributions by 1.5 times.
* Enhanced Family Benefits: We offer 9 months of full pay for maternity leave and 2 weeks for paternity leave.
* Cycle to Work Scheme: Save up to 42% on a bike and spread the cost.
* Exclusive Discounts: From shopping to wellbeing, Northern Perks has you covered.
* Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 support for family, lifestyle, and more.
* Training and Career Development: We offer tailored training to our colleagues and opportunities to gain recognised qualifications. Plus enhanced career pathways no matter what part of the business you’re in.
* Recognition: We know how important it is to show how much we appreciate our people. That’s why we have our Northern Lights and Northern Sparks Awards, recognising and celebrating brilliance every day.
We are a Level 2 Disability Confident employer, and we will always offer an interview to candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the role.
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