Project Manager

Job Introduction

The Intelligent Infrastructure Civils Portfolio uses technology to centralise and collate our data. Civils’ apps help asset management and maintenance teams make more informed decisions about how and when assets are managed, for a safer and more reliable railway. Our game changing apps cover all civils' disciplines including, drainage, earthworks, geotechnical, operational property, plus structures and tunnels. You name it, we’ve got an app for it!

We are looking for an individual with great project management knowledge, including agile methodologies, to join our dynamic Civils team. Digital transformation and IT experience would be essential as well as someone who can deliver to tight deadlines, work well in a team and diligent in meeting the needs of our stakeholders. Strong expertise with RAID Management, Finance Management, Microsoft Project Plans would be required. If you can demonstrate safety is at the heart of everything you do and can champion inclusive behaviours, then this might be the job for you!

Main Responsibilities

To lead the safe delivery of projects to achieve cost, time and quality objectives within corporate guidelines and to develop appropriate delivery and supply strategies and plans for specific projects.

• Provide a professional, consistent and effective project management service in accordance with Network Rail and Intelligent Infrastructure governance processes and standards.
• Oversee work within a small team (up to 10) to create project delivery assurance.
• Support the Senior Project Manager to proactively resolve potential conflicts (for example; return on investment associated with the benefits case or conflicts relating to technical compliance).
• Build and maintain relationships with business representatives and those with a vested interest in the projects delivery to act as their point of contact and ensure expectations are managed.
• Support the Senior Project Manager in the process of project prioritisation, approval and initiation.
• Encourage efficiencies and effectiveness from the supplier contract, taking appropriate action to resolve issues and escalate as appropriate.
• Support the Senior Project Manager to engage with Strategic Sourcing partners to achieve contractual obligations whilst protecting Network Rail against supplier failure.
• Oversee the project finances
• Regularly update all those involved or who have a vested interest in project delivery with project progress communications and reports.

The Ideal Candidate

Meet the essential criteria/ Apply today to join our team!

• Experience of leading on projects up to a value of £1m.
• Leadership of a project team (up to 10 team members).
• Experience in the creation and tracking of accurate project plans using tools such as Primavera or Microsoft Project.
• Sound understanding, knowledge and experience of project plan baselining and managing critical paths
• Knowledge and experience of applying one or more delivery lifecycles e.g. waterfall, RAD, JAD, DSDM, Agile.
• Experience of project financial management.
• Ability to drive value from Suppliers.

Desirable

• Experience in overseeing the delivery of IT solutions via third party suppliers and some familiarity with the contractual elements of supplier relationships.
• A formal Project Management qualification (e.g. APMP, PRINCE2, PMIP, Managing Successful Programmes).

We are committed to a diverse workplace enriched with representation from diverse cultures, backgrounds and skills. We pride ourselves on creating an environment where difference is embraced, and individuals can thrive. We recognise that the success of the team is dependent on a multi-cultural, multi-disciplined group of individuals, aligned to deliver successful solutions.

At Network Rail, we have a number of employee networks to reflect our diverse population and help to raise issues to the wider workforce and support their membership and support our Everybody Matters strategy, led by our central Diversity & Inclusion team. We have Diversity & Inclusion Champions who take part and lead on many activities, to drive through more initiatives to support an inclusive environment for all its people and promote a professional and positive working environment. For more information on Diversity & Inclusion at Network Rail, please follow this link

Do you consider yourself to have a protected characteristic? If so and you require any additional support with your application, please do not hesitate to contact the Resourcer who will happily assist.

About The Company

We’re an organisation where people matter. We matter to millions.

We offer excellent benefits, including:

Generous annual leave (28 days plus statutory days), with the option to buy/sell days.

✨ Defined benefit pension scheme.

75% subsidy on rail and underground season tickets.

Up to 75% off leisure travel for you and your family (subject to terms and conditions)

️ Interest-free travel loan for train and car park season tickets.

Discounts at stations with your Network Rail pass.

Flexible/hybrid working arrangements.

️ Volunteer leave to make a positive impact.

❤ Healthcare Scheme, GymPass discounts, Cycle to work plus more.

We offer generous maternity, paternity, and adoption leave to support our employees during significant life moments

We are proud to be recognised as a Times Top 50 Employer for Gender Equality for the third year in a row.

Our role is to run a safe, reliable and efficient railway, serving customers and communities. We exist to get people and goods where they need to be and to support our country’s economic prosperity. Safety is our number one priority. We're undertaking an ambitious change. Our vision is Putting Passengers First - becoming a company that is on the side of passengers and freight users. As one of the UK’s leading equal opportunities employers, our values and the way we behave is important to us and we have created an environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution. We have seven employee networks that provide fantastic support, opportunities and development for applicants from all backgrounds. Click here for more information

Package Description

Vacancy type: Permanent, 35 hours per week, Hybrid working of 2/3 days in the office. We welcome applications from those seeking flexible or part time hours.

Location: The Quadrant, Milton Keynes

Closing date: 10th April 2024

Band & Salary: Band 3C (£55,596 - £62546)