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Project Manager

Contract

Contract

Location

Derby, Derbyshire

Salary

£130,000

Rail – Project Manager
Location: Midlands Region
Permanent / Contract: Contract
Rate of Pay: £550 > £650 per day

Overview

Our client, a well-established organisation within the UK rail engineering sector, is currently seeking a Project Manager to support a major rolling stock transition programme based in the Midlands.

Operating at the forefront of the rail industry, this company is responsible for overseeing the delivery, compliance, and operational readiness of fleet assets and technical documentation during a significant period of network transition and public sector integration.

As project activity continues to expand, they are looking to appoint an experienced Rail Project Manager, to manage and coordinate engineering delivery activities across a complex programme environment.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will take ownership of a large-scale rolling stock engineering project, ensuring all operational, technical, and commercial objectives are achieved successfully.

Your duties will include:

  • Leading the planning and execution of engineering project activities from initiation through to completion
  • Managing programme timelines, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure delivery targets are met
  • Working closely with customers, suppliers, contractors, and internal departments to maintain effective communication and project alignment
  • Identifying project risks and implementing mitigation strategies to minimise programme disruption
  • Ensuring all activities comply with rail industry safety standards, quality requirements, and contractual obligations
  • Producing regular progress reports covering delivery performance, financial status, project risks, and corrective actions
  • Coordinating cross-functional teams, including engineering, procurement, finance, and operations departments
  • Monitoring project milestones and deliverables using recognised project management systems and methodologies

What’s on Offer?

  • Join a nationally recognised rail engineering programme during a high-profile period of operational transition within the UK rail sector
  • Competitive contracting rate
  • Day shifts
  • Opportunity to work with a leading rail engineering organisation
  • Long-term programme involvement
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment
  • Exposure to technically challenging and rewarding projects

Candidate Requirements

To be considered for this position, applicants should be able to demonstrate:

  • Degree-level qualification in Engineering or a related technical discipline
  • Significant project management experience within rolling stock, traction, or rail engineering environments
  • Previous exposure to train maintenance, heavy overhaul, fleet refurbishment, or engineering modification programmes would be advantageous
  • Strong organisational, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
  • Experience using project management software such as MS Project, Primavera P6, or equivalent
  • Formal project management accreditation such as PRINCE2, PMP, or APM is desirable
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure while managing multiple project priorities simultaneously

If you are interested in the Project Manager opportunity and feel your background aligns with the above criteria, we encourage you to apply and become part of a growing engineering programme within the Midlands region.

About Us

We are a specialist engineering recruitment partner supporting some of the UK’s most respected organisations across sectors including Rail, Aerospace, Automotive, Energy, FMCG, and Advanced Manufacturing. Our dedicated consultants provide professional guidance and support throughout the recruitment process to help you secure your next career opportunity.

Please note: due to the nature of the industries our clients operate within, applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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