E&P Project Manager - Rail

Posted 14 March 2025
Salary £490 per day
LocationBirmingham
Job type Temporary
Sectors Rail
ReferenceBH-38208

Job description

Position: Electrification Project Manager
Rate: £490 Inside IR35
Location: Birmingham
Duration: 6 months
Start date: ASAP
Working Arrangements: 3 days in Office, 2 days Home
 
People Group are looking to recruit E&P Project Manager from a Network Rail background to work for a Leading Rail Consultancy.

Responsibilities:
  • Accountable for delivery of complex projects or a portfolio of lower complexity projects in a safe & environmentally responsible manner to time, cost and quality, in accordance with the Governance of Railway Investment Projects (GRIP), applicable Network Rail company standards, current legislation and procedures including HMRI guidance where appropriate.
  • Support the project Sponsor in preparing and maintaining definitions of the project requirements.
  • Lead and develop multi-disciplinary teams including commercial, programme controls, engineering, and others to identify solutions to client requirements and establish a robust baseline plan.
  • Empower and inspire others to deliver successful projects
  • Identify and monitor project risks (threats and opportunities), plan and implement mitigations to them, and respond to other issues that affect the project
  • Implement and manage resource allocation plans needed for delivery of the project including identification and management of critical resource requirements. Secure resources needed for projects from internal and external sources.
  • Engage with and lead stakeholder relationships including internal and external parties, taking account of their levels of influence and particular interests.
  • Establish and maintain governance arrangements for the delivery of projects, defining clear roles, responsibilities and accountabilities that align with organisational practice. Managing project reviews at appropriate points throughout the project lifecycle which will inform governance decisions of projects by providing evaluations of progress, performance, risk, contingency and continuing relevance.
  • Establish, and implement where necessary, protocols to change the scope of projects and updating configuration documents as required.
  • Manage and update business cases that justify projects in terms of benefits, costs and risks
  • Undertake accident investigations when remitted to by the relevant designated competent person
To be successful in this position, were looking for some who has;
  • Experience of working for Network Rail in a PM position previously 
  • Knowledge of Electrification & Power
  • A minimum of HNC in Civil Engineering, although a Degree would be preferable (or equivalent)
People Group is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to promoting an inclusive environment for both our clients and employees.