About DFT Operator
We are recruiting Project Managers to build a dynamic delivery pool that will lead and support projects across multiple functions and teams. Working across organisational boundaries, you will shape and deliver a diverse portfolio spanning transformation, HR, finance, digital, continuous improvement, railway operations and procurement. We’re looking for people with the drive to make a difference and the ability to focus on what matters to deliver our strategic objectives.
Primary Purpose Of Job
To lead the safe delivery of DFTO projects to achieve cost, time and quality objectives and to develop appropriate delivery and supply strategies and plans for specific projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive successful project outcomes to deliver optimal outputs, including planning at the appropriate complexity level, structuring and sequencing tasks/activities so projects are delivered on time, within cost and quality expectations.
- Provide a professional, first‑class, consistent and effective project management service to DFTO clients, including monitoring and reporting systems in accordance with company standards.
- Facilitate and drive the cadence of programme meetings, supporting leadership and monthly team meetings with detailed packs and reports.
- Manage risk, working with the business and using effective stakeholder management to agree a common understanding to mitigate and reduce risk.
- Engage with the business and subject‑matter experts, in collaboration with Business Analysts, to gather and develop a clear understanding of detailed requirements to support business cases.
- Manage procurement processes required for projects, suppliers, dependencies, milestones, risks and issues in accordance with standards and guidelines.
- Report on and review the project delivery budget, costs, resourcing and drive governance arrangements to provide senior leadership with reports and briefings.
- Maintain relationships with key customers and stakeholders, ensuring effective communication plans are agreed and stakeholders are updated.
- Manage and maintain the overall programme baseline schedule to monitor progress and reveal the critical path.
- Identify required business process and organisational changes to improve project efficiency, effectiveness and quality.
Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Technical Qualifications
- Experienced in successfully delivering projects of varying complexity within different industries.
- Proven track record of delivering successful, complex projects with business change.
- Proven experience in managing customer expectations, senior stakeholders and developing strong relationships across the business with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Experience of business requirements gathering.
- Strong leadership skills; motivating and inspiring confidence in others with high flexibility and adaptability.
- Strong financial management skills and commercial acumen.
- Desirable: Membership of the Association for Project Management or other professional body.
- Desirable: Proven track record in supplier management.
Vacancy Details
Duration: Up to 31st October 2027
Location: London Waterloo/Hybrid (this role could also be based in Leeds or Birmingham)
Salary: up to £56,000
Closing date: 18th April 2026
DFTO Benefits
Annual Leave: Starting at 25 days and rising to a maximum of 30 days over the first five years of service.
DC Pension Scheme: 10% employer contribution, 5% employee contribution.
Opportunities to learn and network across the wider industry.
Additional Information
Candidates applying on a secondment basis must inform their line manager prior to submitting their application.
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