Project Manager - Rail

Your new company
You will be joining a leading contractor specialising in rail infrastructure and operational environments, delivering high-quality civils projects across Network Rail and Train Operating Company frameworks. This contractor has a strong reputation for safe, compliant and efficient project delivery and is committed to continuous improvement, technical excellence and investing in their teams. You will be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team operating at the forefront of rail construction, where innovation, safety and quality are at the heart of everything they do. As part of their continued growth, they are actively seeking a Project Manager to join their business.

This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Essex office with occasional site travel across the Eastern region.

Working hours: 8am - 4pm, Monday - Friday

Your new role
As Project Manager, you will take full ownership of delivering construction projects across rail infrastructure environments, ensuring work is completed safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest standards. You will lead 3 - 4 projects at one time with an average value of £500k.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead projects through mobilisation, planning, delivery, commissioning and handback phases
• Manage multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors and supply chain partners to achieve successful delivery outcomes
• Oversee construction planning, sequencing and buildability, ensuring safe systems of work and efficient execution
• Ensure compliance with Network Rail standards, engineering assurance processes and statutory regulations
• Manage project risk, programme and commercial performance, including variations and change control
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders and local authorities, providing clear and accurate project reporting
• Promote a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with CDM regulations and industry best practices.

This role also offers the opportunity to develop toward Contractor's Responsible Engineer capability within a robust engineering assurance structure.

What you'll need to succeed
To excel in this role, you will bring:

• Proven experience delivering civils projects within the rail sector
• Knowledge of Network Rail standards, engineering assurance and rail delivery processes
• Demonstrated experience managing multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors
• Understanding of CDM regulations, temporary works and operational railway environments
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills
• SMSTS, PTS (current or previously held) and full UK driving licence.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:

• Starting salary up to £60,000 per annum
• Company car
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Travel and subsistence allowance
• Flexible working
• Extensive training and development programmes
• Opportunity to work on high-profile rail infrastructure projects
• Strong project pipeline
• Clear pathway for career progression, including CRE development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Exposure to complex, multidisciplinary projects across rail environments
• Opportunity to grow and progress your career with an industry-leading contractor and more.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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