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Scheme Project Managers work across the full portfolio of Network Rails infrastructure investment from minor renewals through to complex multi-disciplinary programmes. Accountable for managing the safe and effective delivery of low complexity projects (LoC 3 and 4) OR working as part of a multi-disciplinary team supporting the project or programme manager deliver key outputs of complex projects and programmes (LoC 1 and 2) in order to meet client requirements to time, cost, quality, and performance. You will be supporting the Project Manager in delivering the Diversionary Routes Phase 2 and C-ASDO projects, alongside assisting with the closing down of the Diversionary Routes Phase 1 project.

Some of the key accountabilities of this role are:

1. Accountable for delivery of low complexity projects or parts of complex projects in a safe & environmentally responsible manner to time, cost, and quality, in accordance with the Project Acceleration in a Controlled Environment (PACE) applicable Network Rail company standards, current legislation and procedures including HMRI guidance where appropriate.

2. Support the Project Manager and Project Sponsor in preparing and maintaining definitions of the project requirements.

3. Manage multi-disciplinary teams including commercial, programme controls, engineering, and others to identify solutions to client requirements and establish a robust baseline plan.

4. Identify and monitor project risks (threats and opportunities), plan and implement mitigations to them, and respond to other issues that affect the project.

5. Implement and update resource allocation plans needed for delivery of the project including identification and management of critical resource requirements. Secure resources needed for projects from internal and external sources.

6. Managing stakeholders, taking account of their levels of influence and particular interests.

7. Managing project reviews at appropriate points throughout the project lifecycle which will inform governance decisions of projects by providing evaluations of progress, performance, risk, contingency, and continuing relevance.

8. Establish, and implement where necessary, protocols to change the scope of projects and updating configuration documents as required.

9. Support accident investigations when remitted to by the relevant designated competent person.

10. Collating Health & Safety File information and key project documentation.

If you have experience of managing multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects, then we want to hear from you!

Who you are matters

If you are someone with a logical and analytical brain who thrives when working within fast-paced projects, with many demanding attributes, this could be the role for you!

We are keen to speak to people who are results driven and have the ability to inspire and support team members whilst successfully managing stakeholder relationships. You are able to work collaboratively, develop key networks and use leadership skills to drive results and inspire project team members.

You are someone who has a solution and problem-solving focus and will look at the bigger picture with the ability to develop innovative and workable solutions to problems. Your ability to use your initiative and work independently is one of your top attributes, and you are able to prioritise and action tasks as and when they arrive. You are accountable and recognise your own responsibilities, but also recognise where you are able to support others.

We respect people who are open, approachable, and authentic and can build and maintain trust with others. You actively seek the views of others and value diversity internally and externally.

We invest in you and give you vast exposure to different areas and aspects of Network Rail, because you will be the future of our business and its contribution to the country. In return, we respect individuals who are driven, hardworking and uphold Network Rail’s values and behaviours.

We need you to have:

• Educated to degree level in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience.

• Membership (or working towards membership) of the Association for Project Management.

• Good stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

• Successful relevant experience including experience of contracting and project delivery.

• Knowledge and experience of project budget management.

• Good evaluation and decision-making skills.

• Project safety management and Health and Safety legislation knowledge.

• Knowledge safety cases in support of projects.

It would be advantageous if you have:

• Experience in the Rail Industry Sector (including application of PACE and Construction Design Management (CDM) on simple projects).

• Knowledge of Network Rail’s Project, Investment, Commercial and Procurement practices.

• Experience in risk identification, assessment, and mitigation.

• Flexible and pro-active approach.

• You will be a team player with willingness to learn, challenge and get involved alongside using your initiative.

• Knowledge of Network Rail’s assets and how they are managed through the Asset Management Process (AMP).

• A good understanding of the requirement of Health & Safety Files, relevant contents, and experience in collating these.

• Working knowledge of CSM (Common Safety Method) guidance.

Network Rail has played a key role in keeping the country moving during the coronavirus pandemic – and we will play an equally important part in rebuilding from it.

We get people where they need to be, whether they are commuting to work, visiting friends or family, or going for a night out.

We make millions of lives better every day and have a vital job in driving the economy and prosperity of the nation!

Over the coming years we will be building and improving crucial rail links between the country’s biggest cities, making our services faster, more comfortable, and more reliable for the people who rely on us.

We’re also changing our organisation to put the passenger at the heart of everything we do, to make our people even prouder to work for us and to be recognised as a true leader in our industry.

In being a part of Network Rail, you’re not only part of an organisation with a vital role to play for the country, but also a team of more than 40,000 people, and a business dedicated to being one of Britain’s best employers.

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We have an exciting opportunity to join Transpennine Route Upgrade as a Scheme Project Manager (IP).

The Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) is a Programme of activities that is improving the railway between York and Manchester via Leeds and Huddersfield.

Stretching across the North of England, this key 76-mile Transpennine railway serves 23 stations, crosses over and dips under 285 bridges and viaducts, passes through six miles of tunnels, and crosses over 29 level crossings.

Proposed improvements as will deliver a hard-working, reliable railway for passengers, allowing for trains with more seats, more services and faster journey times.

For more information please visit www.the TRUpgrade.co.uk

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Drugs & Alcohol test: All prospective candidates offered a conditional role will be required to undergo and pass a drugs and alcohol test. Your application will be rescinded if you record a positive test. All positive drugs and alcohol test results for prospective candidates will be securely held on Sentinel database and a 5-year suspension from applying for a safety critical role, a role which requires PTS certification or a Key Safety role on Network Rail Managed Infrastructure will be enforced

Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do, safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. You should be able to demonstrate your personal commitment to safety and awareness in your application.

We retain the right to close the advert externally before the listed closing date based on application volumes.

Job Title: Scheme Project Manager (IP)

Role Type: Full Time, Permanent

Location: York George Stephenson House

Closing date: 11th August 2023.

Salary: £43,588 to £49,037 (plus Employee Healthcare)

Annual Leave: 28 days + bank holidays

Hours: 35 per week

*Employees will be entitled to a 75% discount off leisure travel, this includes all off peak and super off peak tickets*

Our colleagues are encouraged to work flexibly as we know traditional working patterns don’t always fit, we’ll do our best to help and invest in your career with us, whilst you have a healthy work life balance.