Senior Project Manager - Rail

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£182,000 a year

Birmingham

Location

Full-time

Job type

Permanent

Contract type

Hybrid

Work setup

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In brief

This senior project manager role oversees infrastructure upgrades at train maintenance depots to ensure smooth execution and delivery. The work involves managing contractor relationships, monitoring project budgets, and maintaining depot operations while construction works are ongoing.

Best for

Chartered engineers with rail infrastructure experience

Non-negotiable

Chartered Engineer or similar level of qualifications and proven work experience

Worth knowing

12-month contract with potential to extend

What you need

Required

  • Chartered Engineer

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Project management

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Contract management

    Clearly required in the listing

  • NEC4 Contract

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Infrastructure experience

    Strongly implied by the listing

  • APM

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • PRINCE2

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • CEMAR

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Microsoft Excel

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Microsoft Word

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Microsoft Outlook

    Clearly stated in the job description.

Preferred

  • Project management software

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Financial systems

    Clearly required in the listing

Your day-to-day

  • Deliver infrastructure projects

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Manage project development

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Establish project plans

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Coordinate project teams

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Monitor project risks

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Track project budgets

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Maintain project governance

    Clearly stated in the job description.

Experience expected

Level

Senior level

Based on what the listing states

Years of experience

Not stated

No clear years requirement found

Evidence from the listing

Experience level

“Chartered Engineer or similar level of qualifications and proven work experience Experienced in delivering projects using APM or PRINCE2 Knowledge of Contracts and Contract Management, specifically NE…”

What's on offer

Hybrid working
Full job description (from employer)⌄

Are you an experienced Project Manager with infrastructure experience? Are you experience in handling multiple projects? TXM Recruit are working in partnership with a high-profile railway client. They are expanding their projects and are looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join their team located in West Midlands on a 12-month contract. This role is paying up to £700 per day. Managing infrastructure upgrades of one or more train maintenance depot, ensuring the smooth execution and delivery of contract scope, to cost and to time. Managing the contractor, client and end user relationships and ensuring the daily operation of the depot can continue whilst works are ongoing. About the role: Deliver projects safely, to time, cost and quality applying robust project lifecycle methodologies such as APM or PRINCE 2. Provide a professional and effective project management service, including project governance and reporting in accordance within required processes and timelines. Be responsible for project development, including project scope, goals and milestones and definition of project team roles. Establish and implement the project plan, including schedule of all tasks, key milestones and resource management. Manage project teams and maintain effective collaborative working between internal colleagues and external contractors. Track project progress and provide regular reports to stakeholders. Develop and maintain effective governance including technical working groups and Executive steering groups. Manage project risks including financial, reputational, quality, environmental and health and safety, and escalate issues effectively. Monitor project budgets and report costs against forecast spend profiles. Ensure that value for money is achieved when delivering projects. Facilitate lessons learnt reviews at project completion. Ensure project outcomes align with the clients strategic objectives. Ensure the client remains compliant with relevant changes in regulation and legislation. Maintain own professional development in project management.What we require? Chartered Engineer or similar level of qualifications and proven work experience Experienced in delivering projects using APM or PRINCE2 Knowledge of Contracts and Contract Management, specifically NEC4 Contract Experience in using recognised contract management techniques (e.g. CEMAR) Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook. Familiarity with project management software and financial systems is advantageous.Main Details: Job Title: Senior Project Manager (Rail) Salary: up to £700 per day Contract: 12 Month Contract (potential to extend) Hours of Work: Hybrid based, with some potential head office and site visits required, as necessary. Location: West Midlands, Birmingham This is a fantastic opportunity to join an exciting, friendly, and fast paced team, delivering essential services. TXM Recruit is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any specific requirements or require assistance or reasonable adjustments to be made for you during the selection process due to disability or long-term health condition, we will do our best to assist you. If you want to register your interest and apply, please contact me on the below: Miren Chauhan Delivery Consultant Email: (url removed) Mob: (phone number removed) ???????

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