Project Manager

The Role:

As a Project Manager, you will lead teams responsible for delivering essential rail and civil engineering projects on the Western route. Your key responsibilities will include;

Strategic Leadership: Overseeing multiple site locations, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and budget.
Safety & Compliance: Upholding all health, safety, and environmental standards in line with regulations and company policies.
Project Oversight: Managing resources, timelines, and quality controls to meet project objectives.
Stakeholder & Subcontractor Management: Coordinating with external partners to maintain safety standards and efficiency.
Progress Monitoring: Tracking project milestones, resolving issues, and adjusting plans as needed.
Contract Management: Negotiating changes and managing contractual relationships.
Reporting & Business Development: Providing regular updates and identifying opportunities for future growth.

What We’re Looking For:

The ideal candidate will have proven experience leading rail and civil engineering projects, particularly line-side infrastructure works, fibre cabling, and associated civils. Key requirements include:

Rail & Civils experience: Demonstrable success managing rail infrastructure projects, with knowledge of civils and telecoms installation.
Technical Qualifications: Degree/HNC/HND in civil engineering or equivalent, with relevant industry experience.
Rail Industry Accreditation: CRE sign-off or mentoring towards CRE approval.
Telecoms & Power Cables: Experience with fibre optic, FTN, or power cable installation.
Certifications: PTS, SMSTS, and other relevant health and safety certifications.
Leadership Skills: Ability to lead teams, manage contractors, and promote a culture of safety and excellence.

What We Offer:

Competitive Salary: Negotiable based on experience
Flexible Mobility Options: Company car or allowance
Holiday & Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays, with increasing entitlement over time
Volunteer Days: Up to 3 days annually to support causes you care about
Pension Scheme: Contributory pension plan
Healthcare Benefits: Life insurance, private medical cover, and Westfield Health Cash Plan
Career Development: Ongoing training and opportunities for progression
Inclusive Culture: A supportive, collaborative, and safe working environment
Employee Engagement: Forums and channels to share ideas and influence workplace initiatives.

It doesn’t matter to us what your age, disability, employment status, gender, health, marital status, sexual preference, membership or non-membership of a trade union, nationality, race, religion or social class are, or indeed any other personal characteristics not directly related to the relevant job.

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