Project Manager Interim
Posted 5 days ago by 1756983271
£520 Per day
Outside
Hybrid
England
Summary: Cedar is seeking an experienced Project Manager with expertise in rail operations, change management, fleet cascade, and process improvement to lead transformation initiatives for a prominent UK rail operator. The role involves managing cross-functional projects focused on operational efficiency and business process optimization. It offers a long-term, hybrid working arrangement and is classified as outside IR35.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead end-to-end project delivery across operational change, fleet cascade planning, and service transformation.
- Drive improvements in business processes and operational performance.
- Engage with internal and external stakeholders across engineering, operations, planning, and commercial teams.
- Develop and maintain project plans, risk registers, and governance documentation.
- Ensure timely delivery of project milestones in line with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
- Support the integration of new fleet and the withdrawal of legacy units as part of the cascade programme.
Key Skills:
- Proven experience delivering projects within the UK rail industry – preferably in operations, rolling stock/fleet, or change environments.
- Strong track record in process improvement and business transformation.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Ability to work across multiple workstreams in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
- Prince2, APM or similar qualification (desirable).
- Familiarity with rolling stock planning, operational delivery, or depot interface (highly advantageous).
Salary (Rate): £520 daily
City: undetermined
Country: England
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Cedar are looking for an experienced Project Manager with a background in rail operations, change management, fleet cascade, and process improvement? One of the UK’s most recognisable and respected rail operators is looking for a dynamic and results-driven professional to lead critical transformation initiatives across its operational and fleet programmes.
The role is long-term, hybrid working and outside IR35
About the Role:
As a key member of the change delivery team, you will manage cross-functional projects that span fleet cascade, operational efficiency, and business process optimisation. This is a hands-on role requiring strong stakeholder engagement skills, operational awareness, and a sharp eye for detail.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead end-to-end project delivery across operational change, fleet cascade planning, and service transformation.
- Drive improvements in business processes and operational performance.
- Engage with internal and external stakeholders across engineering, operations, planning, and commercial teams.
- Develop and maintain project plans, risk registers, and governance documentation.
- Ensure timely delivery of project milestones in line with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
- Support the integration of new fleet and the withdrawal of legacy units as part of the cascade programme.
About You:
- Proven experience delivering projects within the UK rail industry – preferably in operations, rolling stock/fleet, or change environments.
- Strong track record in process improvement and business transformation.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Ability to work across multiple workstreams in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
- Prince2, APM or similar qualification (desirable).
- Familiarity with rolling stock planning, operational delivery, or depot interface (highly advantageous).
If you are looking for a new exciting challenge please apply
