Project Manager

We are looking for an Enabling Project Manager to join our Electrification and Plant (E&P) delivery team within the Southern Renewals Enterprise (SRE). The Southern Renewals Enterprise is accountable for the Southern Region's renewals portfolio for 10 years (CP7 and CP8). The Southern Region has three Routes - Wessex, Sussex and Kent. It is the gateway for 700 million passenger journeys each year, and serves channel routes to Europe, major ports, Gatwick and Southampton airports, and the south coast resorts. Based at London Blackfriars, you'll be working in an integrated delivery team with our Business Partner to develop and deliver the Southern Renewals workbank for E&P. The portfolio includes upgrades to HV & LV distribution infrastructure, the rollout of Negative Short Circuiting Devices (NSCDs) to improve trackworker safety, and upgrade of HV feeder cable routes. About the role (External),

• Oversee the management of complex projects, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and budget.
• Identify and manage risks effectively across the project portfolio.
• Promote a safety-first culture.
• Develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships with stakeholders.
• Lead and inspire a high-performing team.
  
  Experience in the management of complex projects, ideally in a rail environment
• Experience in working in Electrification and Plant
• Experience in Portfolio Risk Management
• Good commercial acumen and an efficiency mindset
• Excellent collaborative working behaviours and stakeholder management skills
• An excellent attitude to safety and experience in working with UK construction H&S legislation
• Team management experience, Educated to degree level in relevant discipline or equivalent qualification/experience
• APM PMQ or equivalent
• Hold a valid PTS (though not essential)
  
  At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team - you're part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway.
We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To discover more about our ED&I commitments We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process. If you're ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!

Salary: £55,596 - £63,767 plus £3,270 Location Allowance., Remote working opportunity! this role requires working in the office 2/3 days a week. You can visit 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. Network Rail Benefits - All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
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