Project Management Assistant

Project Management Assistant — Network Rail Join to apply for the Project Management Assistant role at Network Rail. About Network RailAt Network Rail, our passengers and freight users are at the heart of everything we do. We help connect people to their friends and families and get goods to their destination safely and efficiently. We’re an organisation where people matter. Watch our video to find out more LocationGlasgow, GB Department NameScotland's Railway Brief DescriptionTo support the project management team in the everyday management of projects for which they are responsible, in accordance with the Project Acceleration in a Controlled Environment (PACE), Railway Group, Network Rail’s company standards, and all current applicable legislation including CDM Regulations. Please note that interviews will not be taking place until January 2026. About the role Work as part of a project team, assisting to deliver projects to time, cost and quality through various phases in a safe and environmentally responsible manner. Monitor and report programme and progress in accordance with project reporting systems and guidelines. Strong organisational and Microsoft 365 skills. Develop and integrate effective support systems to enable the Project Manager to manage and control change. Process contractor possession and isolation applications so that they applications are complete and submitted to the prescribed time scales as directed. Monitor contractor performance indicators and provide periodic progress reports. Support the Project Management team in providing a safe working environment at all times during the execution of those projects under their responsibility. Manage generic and site specific methods of working and supply risk assessments to agreed timescales. Monitor so that HSQE risk assessments have been carried out by the contractor, and monitor compliance. Comply with the Investment Competence Framework. What you will bring to the role Some management experience including project management. Educated to HND/HNC or similar standard. HSQE awareness, issues and principles. Desirable additional qualifications Membership (or working towards membership of) the Association for Project Management. A degree or equivalent. Knowledge of safety, quality, environmental, commercial and financial aspects. Understanding of possession planning. How to apply SalaryStarting at £29,000 and rising to £30,000 per annum Network Rail BenefitsTo find out about what benefits we offer, click here Closing dateMidnight of 22nd of December 2026 Please get your application in as soon as possible; we may close the advert before the listed closing date if we receive enough applications. Late applications will not be accepted. Click apply now to apply. We’re dedicated to creating an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from everyone Network Rail is a Disability Confident Leader and we’ll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or modifications, please add a note to your application. All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre‑employment checks. Drugs and Alcohol StandardSome of our roles require face‑to‑face Drugs & Alcohol testing. Further details will be shared with you as part of your formal offer. Key details Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Project Management and Information Technology Industries: Rail Transportation #J-18808-Ljbffr