New Fleet Joint Project Manager

New Fleet Joint Project Manager

This role is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in the introduction of LNER’s new CAF‑built train fleet, leading the delivery of a major Manufacture and Supply Agreement on behalf of both LNER and Porterbrook. It is a 24‑month fixed‑term contract.

Responsibilities

• Lead the successful delivery of the new CAF fleet programme, ensuring milestones are achieved safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.
• Act as the primary interface between LNER, the asset owner and the manufacturer, managing relationships and driving performance across a complex supplier environment.
• Maintain effective governance, reporting and risk management processes, providing clear visibility, control and timely escalation where required.
• Oversee the train build and acceptance process, ensuring stakeholder requirements are embedded, reviewed and formally approved.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and project management standards, driving continuous improvement and best‑practice delivery.
• Manage programme budgets, resources, schedules and risks to maximise value and deliver successful outcomes.
• Support the development of operational transition plans, ensuring the fleet is introduced into service safely and effectively.
• Provide assurance and recommendations to senior leaders and asset owners ahead of unit acceptance and project handover.
• Foster a collaborative, delivery‑focused culture that motivates teams, builds strong stakeholder relationships and prioritises safety at every stage.

What you’ll need

• Proven ability to build credibility and lead a diverse range of stakeholders, from operational teams and technical specialists through to senior executives, suppliers and asset owners.
• A commercially minded professional who combines strategic thinking with creativity, bringing fresh ideas and practical solutions to complex challenges.
• Extensive experience in programme and project management, with a strong track record of delivering large‑scale, high‑profile programmes with a strong procurement element.
• Exceptional communication and influencing skills, able to challenge constructively, negotiate effectively and secure alignment across multiple stakeholder groups.
• A proven people leader who excels at bringing together diverse teams to deliver results in complex environments. You’ll build strong relationships, inspire and develop others, and create a culture of trust, accountability and collaboration, while turning complex operational, technical and commercial challenges into clear, practical solutions.
• Strong portfolio delivery experience, ideally within a business change, transformation or programme delivery environment, balancing competing priorities while maintaining focus on strategic objectives.
• A consultancy‑style approach, combining analytical thinking, problem solving, stakeholder engagement and a results‑focused mindset to drive successful outcomes.
• A commitment to living the LNER values every day, championing safety, inclusion, continuous improvement and delivering exceptional outcomes for colleagues, customers and partners.

You’ll enjoy

• Free travel on LNER, plus 75% off other companies’ tickets (for you and your dependents).
• Discounted international train tickets (after one year’s service).
• 50% discount on LNER tickets for friends and family.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Annual cycle to work schemes/electric vehicle scheme.
• Discount, savings and cashback scheme from top retailers.
• Health and wellbeing schemes and discounts.
• A host of training opportunities to help further your career.
• Rewards and awards to recognise when you shine.

Diversity and inclusion

We are passionate about building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively create opportunities to inspire and attract diverse talent to join LNER. We are committed to supporting all candidates, so if you require any adjustments or assistance at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.

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