Project Manager

Project Manager – Rail Systems Location: Melksham, UK Position: Full-time

About the Role: We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead the planning and delivery of large-scale rail systems projects. You will take projects from initiation through to completion, managing technical, commercial, and stakeholder aspects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate project teams and stakeholders.
• Manage client relationships and expectations throughout the project.
• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and resource requirements.
• Plan, implement, and track project tasks, timelines, and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with HSEQ standards and manage project risks.
• Provide regular updates to senior management.
• Maximise opportunities through project change management processes.

Requirements:

• Degree in engineering or technical discipline.
• Proven experience managing large-scale technical projects, preferably in rail systems.
• Commercial and contract management experience.
• Strong knowledge of project management methods (Prince2 or APM certification preferred).
• Skilled in risk management, strategic planning, and change management.
• Experience managing teams and projects on customer sites is an advantage.
• Willingness to travel across the UK and Europe.

Skills and Competencies:

• Critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Strong communication, influencing, and leadership skills.
• Planning, organising, and decision-making.
• Negotiation, conflict management, and adaptability.
• Ability to develop full-scale project plans and delegate effectively.