Rail Project Manager – Complex Rail Delivery (12m Contract)

Advance Training & Recruitment Services; York and North Yorkshire, Birmingham, Liverpool, Belfast; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking a highly organised Project Manager to support a major rail programme in York. This role, under a 12-month contract, involves delivering solutions for high-profile railway projects and ensuring effective stakeholder engagement. Key qualifications include a degree and experience in rail project delivery. The ideal candidate must demonstrate strong communication skills and a deep understanding of the operational railway. This position offers a chance to collaborate with experienced teams on significant projects.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience required.
• APM membership (or working towards) is essential.
• Strong understanding of operational railway and infrastructure needed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver solutions for complex, externally funded, multi-disciplinary projects.
• Manage project risks and ensure integration with 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

Proven rail project delivery experience

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 to support a major rail programme in York. This role, under a 12-month contract, involves delivering solutions for high-profile railway projects and ensuring effective stakeholder engagement. Key qualifications include a degree and experience in rail project delivery. The ideal candidate must demonstrate strong communication skills and a deep understanding of the operational railway. This position offers a chance to collaborate with experienced teams on significant projects.