Project Manager – Rail
Posted Today by Morson Vital
£500 Per day
Undetermined
Undetermined
Rugby (CV21)
Summary: The Project Manager – Rail role involves leading the delivery of rail infrastructure projects across the UK, focusing on power and distribution schemes. The position emphasizes compliance with CDM regulations, stakeholder management, and project delivery excellence. Candidates should possess proven project management experience within the rail sector and a strong understanding of safety management. This is a 12-month minimum contract based in the Midlands or Cheshire, offering a competitive daily rate.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage rail power and distribution projects from inception to completion.
- Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations and fulfil duties as required under the Principal Contractor/Client framework.
- Lead project planning, programme management, risk mitigation, and budget control.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and key stakeholders.
- Drive a strong safety culture and ensure delivery to quality, cost, and programme targets.
Key Skills:
- Proven project management experience within the rail sector.
- Strong knowledge of power & distribution systems and rail infrastructure.
- In-depth understanding of CDM 2015 and construction safety management.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and leadership skills.
- Relevant project management qualification (APM, PRINCE2, PMP or equivalent) preferred.
Salary (Rate): £500/day
City: Rugby
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Project Manager – Rail x 2
Location: Midlands or Cheshire
Job Type: 12 months minimum contract
Rate: £400-£500/day
Morson Vital have a great opportunity for an experienced Power & Distribution Project Manager to lead the delivery of rail infrastructure projects across the UK. This role will focus on the safe and successful execution of power and distribution schemes, with a strong emphasis on CDM compliance, stakeholder management, and project delivery excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage rail power and distribution projects from inception to completion.
- Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations and fulfil duties as required under the Principal Contractor/Client framework.
- Lead project planning, programme management, risk mitigation, and budget control.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and key stakeholders.
- Drive a strong safety culture and ensure delivery to quality, cost, and programme targets.
Requirements:
- Proven project management experience within the rail sector.
- Strong knowledge of power & distribution systems and rail infrastructure.
- In-depth understanding of CDM 2015 and construction safety management.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and leadership skills.
- Relevant project management qualification (APM, PRINCE2, PMP or equivalent) preferred.
If you're passionate about delivering safe, complex rail projects and have a strong CDM background, we'd love to hear from you.
If you are looking for more information about this opportunity, contact m e l l i ss a . v o o n g @ v i t a l . u k . c o m or on 0 1 6 1 8 3 6 7 045
This role offers a very competitive Day rate with attractive benefits, flexible working, and career development.
For a Confidential conversation about the role, please contact 01618367045
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