Job Introduction

This role will focus on the delivery of critical OLE projects as part of the Transpennine Route Upgrade. Key responsibilities will include the electrification of lines to support faster, greener trains and ensuring compatibility with modern railway infrastructure.

Key projects include:

The electrification and capacity improvement of the West of Transpennine route from Huddersfield to Leeds to support operational readiness.

Overseeing electrification projects works to support new OLE systems and improve long-term asset resilience.

You will work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders, including train and freight operating companies, engineering teams, and local authorities. A key part of your role will involve managing interfaces across multidisciplinary teams, ensuring electrification works are integrated smoothly with other infrastructure upgrades. Your efforts will directly contribute to delivering a more reliable and sustainable rail service for the North of England.

We are an inclusive employer of choice, Disability Confident Leader! We encourage people to work flexibly and welcome applications from everyone Click here for more information.

Visit Evenbreak’s Career Hive should you need accessibility support to apply. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please contact EasternResourcing@networkrail.co.uk.

Network Rail Benefits - To find out about what benefits we offer, click here

All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Click here for more information

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 Your application will be rescinded if you record a positive test.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: £43,588 to £49,037 per annum.

This is an 18 month Fixed term contract opportunity with the potential to be extended.

This role can be based in the following locations: Manchester or Huddersfield

Closing date: 3^rd December 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

1.         Deliver individual projects or parts of projects in a safe & environmentally responsible manner to time, cost and quality, in accordance with the Guide to Railway Investment Projects (GRIP), applicable Network Rail company standards, current legislation and procedures including HMRI guidance where appropriate.

2.         Provide a professional, consistent and effective project management service including the use of performance indicators and project reporting systems in accordance with Railway Group and Network Rail’s company standards and guidelines.

3.         Manage the development and delivery of change projects in compliance with company processes and procedures.

4.         Manage tactical change and risks within the project life cycle for allocated schemes.

5.         Assist or lead in the provision of a safe working environment in the execution of managed work.

6.         Comply with the Investment Competence Framework.

7.         Manage the production of project management plans

8.         Manage project budgets within agreed targets

9.         Deliver regular progress reports on change projects, including relevant risks and issues, to the Programme Manager.

10.       Promote and monitor the use of efficiency improvement methods.

11.       Disseminate lessons learnt.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will bring a proactive, solution-focused approach to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope. With a professional conduct and meticulous attention to detail, you will confidently manage complex electrification challenges, ensuring all work meets safety, quality, and compliance standards.

While railway experience, particularly in OLE, is desirable, we encourage applications from candidates with transferable skills and relevant experience in managing infrastructure projects. Your expertise will support the successful delivery of electrification projects, including upgrading overhead line equipment, enhancing power supply systems, and supporting railway modernisation efforts.

Joining our team means becoming part of an organisation where people truly matter. We’ll support your professional growth and help you achieve your career aspirations. You’ll play a vital role in building a sustainable transport network, improving operational efficiency, and enhancing passenger journeys. This is an opportunity to make a real impact and shape the future of rail electrification in the North.

We need you to have:

•                  Successful relevant experience including project management.

•                  Educated to HNC/HND or similar standard.

•                  Good interpersonal and communication skills.

•                  Project safety management experience

•                  Knowledge of Oracle Projects

•                  Knowledge of safety, quality and environmental procedures.

•                  Knowledge of commercial and financial procedures.

It would be advantageous if you have:

•                  Membership (or working towards membership) of the Association for Project Management or other professional body.

•                  A degree or equivalent.

•                  Six Sigma Yellow Belt.

Package Description

Key Information

Role: Scheme Project Manager 

Salary: £43,588 to £49,037 per annum.

Location: Manchester or Huddersfield

Contract Type: Full – Time - This is an 18 month secondment / Fixed Term Contract opportunity with the potential to be extended.

Office Requirement: Hybrid - 3 Days in the office

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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.

Network Rail Benefits – To find out about what benefits we offer, click here

About the Company

Network Rail has played a key role in keeping the country moving during the coronavirus pandemic – and we will play an equally important part in rebuilding from it.

We get people where they need to be, whether they are commuting to work, visiting friends or family, or going for a night out.

We make millions of lives better every day and have a vital job in driving the economy and prosperity of the nation!

Over the coming years we will be building and improving crucial rail links between the country’s biggest cities, making our services faster, more comfortable, and more reliable for the people who rely on us.

We’re also changing our organisation to put the passenger at the heart of everything we do, to make our people even prouder to work for us and to be recognised as a true leader in our industry.

In being a part of Network Rail, you’re not only part of an organisation with a vital role to play for the country, but also a team of more than 40,000 people, and a business dedicated to being one of Britain’s best employers.

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We have an exciting opportunity to join Transpennine Route Upgrade as a Scheme Project Manager (IP).

The Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) is a Programme of activities that is 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 as will deliver a hard-working, reliable railway for passengers, allowing for trains with more seats, more services and faster journey times.​

For more information please visit www.the TRUpgrade.co.uk

We are an inclusive employer of choice, Disability Confident Leader! We encourage people to work flexibly and welcome applications from everyone Click here for more information.

Visit Evenbreak’s Career Hive should you need accessibility support to apply. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please contact EasternResourcing@networkrail.co.uk.

Network Rail Benefits – To find out about what benefits we offer, click here

All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Click here for more information

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.

We retain the right to close the advert externally before the listed closing date based on application volumes.

Network Rail Infrastructure Ltd