Project Manager

Project Manager – Rail Systems

A leading engineering organisation within the rail sector is seeking a Project Manager to lead the delivery of large-scale rail systems projects from planning through to successful completion.

This role sits within a specialist projects function and is responsible for managing complex, multi-stakeholder engineering programmes in a highly regulated environment.

Key responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of major rail systems projects
• Define scope, objectives, deliverables, and delivery plans
• Manage budgets, resources, and commercial performance
• Coordinate internal teams, contractors, and external stakeholders
• Maintain client relationships across key project interfaces
• Track progress, manage risk, and control change
• Provide regular reporting to senior leadership
• Ensure HSEQ compliance and robust risk management practices

Requirements

• Degree in engineering or a related technical discipline
• Proven experience delivering technical projects at system level
• Strong background in rail or similarly regulated engineering sectors
• Experience managing commercial and contractual aspects of projects
• Knowledge of project management frameworks (PRINCE2 or APM preferred)
• Strong understanding of planning tools, risk, and change control
• Demonstrated leadership of teams and stakeholders

Key strengths

• Strong communication and influencing skills
• Commercial awareness and contract understanding
• Structured planning and delivery mindset
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders in complex environments
• Problem-solving and decision-making capability

Additional information

• UK and European travel required
• Experience working on customer or client sites is beneficial
• If you’re interested in hearing more about this opportunity, get in touch for a confidential discussion.

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