Project Manager (NWC) in London

Project Manager – RailContract – 12 MonthsPay £550 per day CIS/LTD/PAYELocation – London

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to manage and deliver rail projects safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of rail projects from mobilisation through to completion.
• Plan and coordinate works in line with project programmes and client requirements.
• Manage site teams, supervisors, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Ensure all works are carried out safely and in accordance with rail industry standards and procedures.
• Monitor project progress, costs, resources and programme performance.
• Manage project budgets, forecasts and commercial performance alongside the commercial team.
• Attend and lead project, client and progress meetings.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders and subcontractors.
• Identify project risks and implement appropriate mitigation measures.
• Coordinate labour, plant, materials and other project resources.
• Ensure appropriate RAMS, permits, briefings and project documentation are in place before works commence.
• Work closely with engineering, commercial, planning and site teams.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and ensure works meet required quality standards.
• Manage changes, delays and issues that could impact project delivery.
• Ensure accurate project records, reports and documentation are maintained.
• Provide regular progress reports to senior management and clients.
• Drive projects through to successful completion, handover and close-out.

Essential Experience & Skills

• Proven experience working as a Project Manager within the rail industry.
• Strong understanding of rail construction and infrastructure projects.
• Experience managing multiple workstreams, site teams and subcontractors.
• Good knowledge of rail health, safety and compliance requirements.
• Strong commercial awareness, including budgets, costs and forecasting.
• Experience managing project programmes and deadlines.
• Ability to read and understand drawings, specifications, programmes and project documentation.
• Strong leadership and team-management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced rail environment.

Qualifications / Competencies

• PTS (Personal Track Safety)
• SMSTS
• CSCS
• Relevant Project Management or Construction Management qualification
• Degree/HNC/HND in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline – desirable
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Additional rail competencies and qualifications would be advantageous depending on the nature of the projects.

Desirable Experience

• Network Rail infrastructure projects.
• Rail civils, stations, structures, drainage, earthworks or trackside works.
• Possession and blockade working.
• NEC contract experience.
• Working within Principal Contractor environments.
• Managing projects involving multiple subcontractors and disciplines.

We are looking for a hands-on Project Manager with strong rail experience who can take ownership of projects and drive delivery.You will need to be confident managing people, programmes, costs and client expectations while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality and successful project delivery

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