Network Rail
Job title:
Project Manager
Company
Network Rail
Job description
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 dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the passengers we serve. To achieve this, we’re 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.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!Brief DescriptionVacancy DetailsDuration: PermanentLocation: This role is based in The Quadrant: MK. This role is a full-time opportunity, flexible working patterns will be considered.Band & Salary: 3B £46,701 – £52,539 (Subject to experience)Closing date: 15th July. On occasions, we may need to close the advert early based upon application volumes. Late applications may not be accepted.Next Steps: Interviews will be held W/C 5th August depending on business requirements.Some of our great benefits:🌍 Flexible/hybrid working arrangements considered.🌞 Generous annual leave (28 days plus statutory days), with the option to buy/sell days.🎁 Discounts at stations with your Network Rail pass.Defined benefit pension scheme🚂 75% subsidy on train tickets.🎟️ Interest-free travel loan for train and car park season tickets.🕊️ Volunteer leave to make a positive impact.Plus more….About the role (External)About the team..This role is within the Central Projects Team within the Technical Authority. This team consists of programme and project managers that are focussed on delivery and this is an integral part of the Technical Authority. We have some fantastic concepts and proposals within Technical Authority and our team’s job is to turn them into reality through clearly defined projects. This will ensure that we make a difference by realising benefits that help the front line and passengers.The Central Projects Team deliver programmes and projects that discharge the Technical Authority’s accountabilities. These are usually programmes and projects that are:-High profile – regulatory or of significant public interest
-Complex – involves many different deliverables or impact on a number of corporate objectives
-Longer-term – will require consistent management & momentum over a longer period of time
-Multi-functional – involve other business functions or external suppliers
-High-risk – significant implication if not delivered on time and to qualityThe programme work delivered by the team includes scoping, planning, contracting, cost forecasting, reporting, stakeholder engagement, ensuring cost control, and identifying and mitigating risk.This role within the Track, Level Crossings and Signalling Programme will focus on delivering a new contract for Data Loggers and completing the Higher Speed S&C for HS2 ensuring that we make a difference by realising benefits that help our front-line staff and our passengers.Who are we looking for?Join our dynamic team as a Project Manager and lead the way in delivering exciting projects that make a real impact! We have a fantastic Permanent opportunity based in Milton Keynes, where you’ll take charge of ensuring our projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.What does the average day look like?As a Project Manager, your days will be filled with diverse and engaging tasks. You’ll be responsible for overseeing project delivery, adhering to industry guidelines, and maintaining top-notch quality standards. Your expertise will be crucial in developing effective strategies and plans tailored to each specific project. Additionally, you’ll work closely with clients, providing them with a professional and exceptional project management service.Here’s a snapshot of what you’ll be doing:-Safely deliver projects, meeting cost, time, and quality objectives, while complying with relevant regulations and standards.-Create and implement project monitoring and reporting systems, ensuring consistency and effectiveness.-Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop supply strategies and framework contracts.-Contribute to the compilation of business plans and the production of comprehensive program/project plans.-Manage project change, risks, and contingency, providing necessary details to obtain authorization.-Foster a safe working environment, developing project safety plans and related documentation.-Fulfil CDM-related duties and identify training needs for team members, supporting their personal development.-Comply with the Investment Regulations Framework to ensure effective project execution.-Establish and lead collaborative virtual teams to drive successful change projects.Essential Criteria-Degree or equivalent
-Relevant successful experience in project management
-Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
-Detailed knowledge of safety regulations (particularly CDM)
-Team leader capable of motivating the team
-Commercial and financial understanding and knowledge
-Membership of the Association for Project Management or other professional bodyIf you’re ready for an exciting challenge in a supportive and forward-thinking environment, apply today and be a part of our team driving positive change through successful project delivery. We look forward to hearing from you!How to apply (External)Additional Information…We’re an inclusive employer of choice and we welcome applications from everyone!We’re also a 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. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.Safe behaviour is a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should be able to demonstrate their awareness of ourVisit Evenbreak’s Career Hive should you need accessibility support to apply or any require any reasonable adjustments, please emailBPSSAs an arm’s length department of the UK Government, Network Rail is required to comply with a well-established pre-employment vetting process for all prospective employees. Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks require prospective employees of Network Rail to meet the following requirements.
- Provide eligibility to work in the UK and identity documentation
- Complete a satisfactory 3-year employment history check
- Complete a satisfactory unspent criminal conviction disclosure check for more information regarding BPSS pre-employment related checks, please visit the UK Government website for further information – UK Government – BPSS Checks
Network Rail welcomes applications regardless of age, disability, marital status (including civil partnerships), pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender status, sex (or gender), employment status, trade union affiliation, or another factor.
Expected salary
£46701 – 52539 per year
Location
Milton Keynes
Job date
Sat, 06 Jul 2024 04:45:04 GMT
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