Project Manager

4 days ago

Birmingham, United Kingdom Proftech Talent Full time

Project Manager

As a Project Manager within a major rail systems delivery programme, you will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required scope and quality. You will lead the preparation for contract award and oversee the successful delivery of complex infrastructure and rail systems works. This role plays a key part in bringing innovative technology and modern railway solutions to a large-scale infrastructure programme. You'll work within a multidisciplinary client team managing a broad mix of civil engineering, buildings, and rail systems activity across a high-profile depot and control centre development.

As a Project Manager, you will need to have/be:

Strong project management skills, with the ability to plan, coordinate, and deliver projects effectively.
Confident problem solver, able to assess information, evaluate options, and implement solutions across multiple workstreams.
Sound decision-making skills, using clear logic and well-informed judgement.
Able to analyse information, define strategies, and provide clear direction.
Strong influencing and negotiation skills with internal teams and external suppliers.
Solid understanding of project management principles (APM level or equivalent).
Knowledge of risk identification, mitigation, and schedule management.
Awareness of managing complex projects with multiple interfaces.
Degree or equivalent experience in project management, engineering, commercial management, or similar.
Proven experience managing high-value, complex projects.
Familiarity with the full project lifecycle from pre-contract to commissioning.
Experience working across multiple functions and disciplines.
Experience managing people directly or within a matrix structure.
Experience overseeing delivery via contractors and suppliers.Details:

Salary: £58, 878 - £77, 470
Working Hours: Full time Monday - Friday
Location: Birmingham/Hybrid (3 days office based)
Duration: PermanentRole of Project Manager:

Provide project management support to Senior Project Managers / Heads of Delivery on allocated rail projects.
Support the successful delivery of Railway Systems objectives and outcomes.
Liaise with key Railway Systems stakeholders as required.
Monitor and manage project changes, including scope and cost impacts, escalating issues when needed.
Assist with accurate project reporting for Senior Project Managers / Heads of Delivery and wider programme forums.
Help develop, maintain, and analyse project plans to identify risks and mitigation actions.
Coordinate with integrated project teams, consultants, and contractors to meet project requirements.
Manage package contractors to ensure delivery to time, budget, scope, and quality.
Ensure the project is effectively integrated with related rail infrastructure projects.
Carry out duties required of the Project Manager under NEC3 contracts.Benefits of working as a Project Manager:

a competitive pension scheme, with up to 12 per cent employer contributions
a starting salary that reflects your skills and experience
a cash allowance in lieu of benefits, which means you can choose which benefits are right for you and your family
core company funded benefits such as life assurance, income protection and health cash plan
25 days annual leave plus public holidays
access to tax-efficient voluntary benefits scheme & retail, health, leisure, and travel offers
access to an Employee Assistance Program
financial and health well-being programmes

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