York-Based Rail Project Delivery Assistant

Advance Training & Recruitment Services; Hull and East Yorkshire, Wakefield, Cardiff; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking a highly organised Project Manager Assistant in Hull and East Yorkshire to support high-profile railway projects. This is a 12-month contract role focusing on stakeholder engagement and project delivery within a major rail programme. The ideal candidate will possess a related degree, APM membership, and PRINCE2 Foundation, along with proven rail project experience. Apply to work with experienced teams in an equal opportunity environment.

Benefits

Work on major, high-profile rail projects

Gain broad exposure across operations, safety, governance, and delivery

Collaborate with experienced teams and key industry stakeholders

Qualifications

• Proven rail project delivery experience.
• Knowledge of commercial requirements, programme controls, CDM, CSM-RA, HS&E legislation.
• Experience with project budgets and GRIP.

Responsibilities

• Deliver solutions for complex, externally funded, multi-disciplinary projects.
• Manage project risks and ensure integration with the operational railway.
• Engage stakeholders to meet governance, assurance, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Strong understanding of the operational railway and infrastructure

Excellent stakeholder and communication skills

Confident decision-maker able to challenge constructively

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

APM membership (or working towards)

PRINCE2 Foundation or equivalent

Job description

A leading consultancy is seeking a highly organised Project Manager Assistant in Hull and East Yorkshire to support high-profile railway projects. This is a 12-month contract role focusing on stakeholder engagement and project delivery within a major rail programme. The ideal candidate will possess a related degree, APM membership, and PRINCE2 Foundation, along with proven rail project experience. Apply to work with experienced teams in an equal opportunity environment.