Project Manager - Rail

Award winning international engineering consultancy seeking to employ project management talent, who have experience of working in the rail industry, in the role of Project Manager based in either Manchester or Leeds.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an organisation who 100% value their staff and don't just see you as a number. With huge presence in the international market, they are now rapidly growing in the UK across the rail, nuclear, highways and aviation sectors and can offer fantastic progression opportunities accompanied with a rewarding, supportive working culture

Key Responsibilities:

Plan and manage a portfolio of non-complex or packages throughout the complete project lifecycle.
Responsible for providing a clear vision and direction when leading a high performing team through effective management as well as undertaking performance and development line management responsibilities for direct reports
Responsible for compliance with relevant health and safety legislation and championing the Health and Safety culture, resolving arising issues or escalating as appropriate and ensuring safe delivery in line with the corporate safety vision.
Accountable for complex internal and external stakeholder engagement/management. Agree project requirements with the Project Sponsor to ensure that business objectives are met.
Propose and agree contract strategy with key internal stakeholders. Produce Invitation to Tender documentation and manage procurement events to secure all necessary contracts for successful portfolio delivery.
Lead on supply chain contract management, including management of early warnings, contract change and change control.
Accountable for the delivery and schedule management of multiple projects, interrogating programmes, challenging slippage and making best for programme decisions. Responsible for promoting a collaborative ethos to work through project issues with stakeholders and implement solutions.
Responsible for the day-to-day management of project governance, reporting and control structures, with issues, risks and decisions escalated through the agreed Governance arrangements as appropriate.
Lead on all financial reporting, including periodic senior management board meetings.

Job Requirements:

Essential experience in rail project management.
Membership in the Association of Project Management or an equivalent professional body.
A degree or equivalent qualification, preferably in a relevant field.
Proven ability in managing projects to stringent time, cost, and quality standards.
Experience with project management tools and methodologies such as GRIP, PACE, or Pathway.
Significant experience in contract administration and project programme interrogation.
Strong capabilities in financial management and control within projects.
Demonstrated skills in people management and stakeholder engagement within a complex project environment.

Benefits:

Opportunity to handle significant rail projects that impact regional and national transport infrastructure.
Professional development through continuous learning and growth opportunities.
Join a team that values collaboration and innovation.
If you are passionate about project management within the rail industry and possess the skills we are looking for, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to contribute to shaping the future of rail transport in Manchester and Leeds.

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