Job Introduction

Project Managers work across the full portfolio of Network Rails infrastructure investment from minor renewals through to complex multi-disciplinary programmes. Accountable for managing the safe and effective delivery of all projects from low complexity single discipline through to high complexity multi-disciplinary projects in order to meet client requirements to time, cost, quality, and performance. As an experienced Project Manager you may be required to deliver a portfolio of smaller lower complexity projects.

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Drugs & Alcohol test: All prospective candidates offered a conditional role will be required to undergo and pass a drugs and alcohol test. Your application will be rescinded if you record a positive test. All positive drugs and alcohol test results for prospective candidates will be securely held on Sentinel database and a 5 year suspension from applying for a safety critical role, a role which requires PTS certification or a Key Safety role on Network Rail Managed Infrastructure will be enforced

Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do, safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. You should be able to demonstrate your personal commitment to safety and awareness in your application.

Salary: £55,596 to £62,546 per annum

Closing date: 10th September 2024. Late applications will not be accepted. We retain the right to close the advert before the listed closing date based on application volumes.

Main Responsibility

Some of the key accountabilities of this role are:

1.        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.

2.        Support the project Sponsor in preparing and maintaining definitions of the project requirements.

3.        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.

4.        Empower and inspire others to deliver successful projects.

5.        Identify and monitor project risks (threats and opportunities), plan and implement mitigations to them, and respond to other issues that affect the project

6.        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.

7.        Engage with and lead stakeholder relationships including internal and external parties, taking account of their levels of influence and particular interests.

8.        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.

9.        Establish, and implement where necessary, protocols to change the scope of projects and updating configuration documents as required.

10.     Manage and update business cases that justify projects in terms of benefits, costs and risks.

11.     Undertake accident investigations when remitted to by the relevant designated competent person.

The Ideal Candidate

The Transpennine Route Upgrade is a multi-billion pound Programme and one of the largest enhancement projects currently being undertaken in the UK. We're seeking experienced, talented Railway Project Managers or those experienced in delivering major projects to be a part of a dynamic team delivering a Project with a budget of over £2bn.

The ideal candidate will blend expertise in design and construction with a proactive problem-solving approach, ensuring the project stays on course with minimal disruption to our passengers and communities. With a professional demeanour and keen attention to detail, you'll navigate complexities while maintaining quality and compliance. Candidates will need to be commercially astute and be comfortable in negotiating with a variety of contractors and stakeholders to delivery to quality standards and demonstrate value for money.

We are keen to hear from candidates who have experience in successful leadership and the ability to motivate and support a team of project professionals whilst working collaboratively across various functions.

Whilst railway experience is desirable, we welcome applications from experienced Project Managers with transferrable skills and demonstrable experience which would enable you to deliver a variety of projects such as Tunnel upgrades, station remodelling, major civils interventions and electrification of lines.

We are an organisation where people truly matter, and when you join us, we will support you to develop and achieve those career goals. You will be part of a team building a more sustainable future, improving journey times and experiences, and contributing to people's lives in the North!

We need you to have:

• Educated to degree level in a relevant discipline or equivalent demonstrable experience
• Membership (or working towards membership) of the Association for Project Management
• Registered PRINCE2 Practitioner, APM Project Management Qualification or equivalent
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills all levels. This should include Customers; 3^rd party representatives, other business & functional leaders and key support personnel.
• Successful relevant experience in a complex project environment including demonstrable experience in team management, planning, contracting and delivery of projects
• Successful record of project budget management and ability to understand and interpret commercial and financial landscapes (budgets, forecasts, actual status)
• Experience in managing ambiguity in a project environment with strong evaluation and decision-making skills
• Demonstrable Project safety management practice and knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and best practice
• Experience with safety cases in support of projects
• Accident Investigation experience

​It would be advantageous if you have:

• Demonstrable experience in the Rail Industry Sector (including application of GRIP/PACE, Construction Design Management (CDM), the Common Safety Method (CSM) and project delivery
• Detailed Knowledge of Network Rail’s Investment, Commercial and Procurement regulations and practices
• Knowledge of structuring safety cases in support of projects
• Formal qualifications in risk identification and assessment
• You will be a team player and a self-starter with willingness to learn, challenge and get involved
• Knowledge of Network Rail’s assets and how they are managed

Package Description

Key Information

Role: Project Manager (CD) x 2 roles

Salary: £55,596 to £62,546 per annum

Location: This role will predominantly be site based at Huddersfield Site Office Location next to Huddersfield Station or Ravensthorpe Site Office next to Ravensthorpe Station a minimum of 3 days a week, with your base location being either Manchester, York or Leeds.

Contract Type: Permanent

Office Requirement: Hybrid. 3 days per week site office based, the rest of the time can be working remotely at other Alliance Offices or Home working as agreed with line manager.

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28 days annual leave + bank holidays

Employees will be entitled to a 75% discount off leisure travel this includes off peak and super off-peak tickets. Employees will also be entitled to 75% discount on season tickets.

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About the Company

Join Our Team at Network Rail!

Are you ready to make a difference in people's lives? At Network Rail, we connect passengers and freight customers, ensuring safe and efficient transportation across the country. We're an organisation where people truly matter, and when you join us, you matter to us and millions of others. 

We're dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the passengers we serve. To achieve this, we are committed to becoming an open, diverse, and inclusive workplace, leveraging the skills and expertise of our talented workforce. Together, we strive to create a safe and accessible railway for everyone. Discover more about the importance of Diversity and Inclusion at Network Rail by clicking here.

Investing in our people is key to enhancing the safety, reliability, and efficiency of our railway system. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact, then this opportunity is for you!

About our people and the recruitment process - We're an inclusive employer of choice and we welcome applications from everyone! We encourage our colleagues to work flexibly, as we know traditional working patterns do not always fit. If you want to consider working flexibly, just let us know and we'll do our best to help and invest in your career with us, whilst you have a healthy work life balance. To learn why inclusion is important to us, please click here.

We're also a Disability Confident Leader employer and we'll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles.

Transpennine Route Upgrade

The Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) is a multi-billion pound Programme, one of the largest rail enhancement projects in the UK, improving the railway between York and Manchester via Leeds and Huddersfield.

​​​Stretching across the North of England, this key 76-mile Transpennine railway serves 23 stations, crosses over and dips under 285 bridges and viaducts, passes through six miles of tunnels, and crosses over 29 level crossings.

Proposed improvements will deliver a more sustainable future, provide hard-working, reliable railway for passengers, allowing for trains with more seats, more services and faster journey times, contributing to people’s lives and communities.​

For more information visit www.theTRUpgrade.co.uk

Network Rail Infrastructure Ltd