Project Leader

LocationEdinburgh, GBDepartment NameScotland's RailwayAbout Network RailAt Network Rail, we're the publicly owned operator of Britain's rail infrastructure.We're trusted custodians of one of our nation's most critical public assets: Scotland's Railway.We keep Scotland moving - connecting people and places, supporting businesses, public services and communities - driving economic, social and environmental success.Our work spans almost 20% of the UK network and between 2024 and 2029, we're investing £4.8 billion to enhance our stations and routes, supporting new passenger and freight rolling stock.Working together with train operators, our investment will mean a more reliable, climate resilient railway; a better customer experience; and greener, more sustainable travel that links cities, towns, urban and rural communities with each other and with the wider UK.But it's our people who make this progress possible. At Network Rail Scotland, you'll find an inclusive, supportive and flexible working culture where your ideas are valued, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is real. Join us.This is your railway – and it's moving forward.For more information about Network Rail click here.Brief DescriptionWorking within Edinburgh Delivery unit providing project management support to the maintenance function. To manage the development and delivery of projects to agreed scope, time, cost and quality requirements. Leading on the implementation of efficiency initiatives across the delivery unit and supporting the delivery unit with business change initiatives as well as delivering projects relating to asset and performance improvements.Please note, interviews will not be taking place until the week beginning the 12 th of January 2026.About The Role (External)Here are some of the duties your role will include: - Agree remit and success criteria of projects with the relevant Executive Sponsors and Functional Directors. Manage the development and delivery of projects in compliance with company processes and procedures Manage the production of project management plans for projects. Establish and manage collaborative cross-functional teams to deliver projects, where appropriate. Deliver regular progress reports on projects, including relevant risks and issues, to Executive Sponsors and Functional Directors Manage project budgets within agreed targets. Promote and monitor the use of efficiency improvement methods Manage the delivery of the efficiency programme on behalf Edinburgh DU, Creation of funding requests and investment papers for performance improvement projects. Managing the delivery of performance improvement projects through all stages of the project lifecycle What you will bring to the role: - Experience of working in change projects Understanding of applying project methodologies It's desirable if you have it to help give you context to the role: - Educated to degree level Member of project association Commercial and financial awareness.How To Apply (External)Salary: Starting at £35,582 and rising to £42,218 per annumNetwork Rail Benefits – To find out about what benefits we offer, click hereClosing date: Midnight of 23 rd of December 2025. Late applications will not be accepted.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 everyoneNetwork 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. You can visit Evenbreak's Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you're unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please add a note to your application.All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Click here for more informationDrugs and Alcohol Standard: ***Some of our roles require face to face Drugs & Alcohol testing. Further details will be shared with you as part of your formal offer.****