Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Contracts Manager

Our client, a leading organisation within the rail and infrastructure sector, is currently seeking an experienced Project Manager to join their growing Rail Division. This is a permanent position offering the opportunity to work on multiple high-profile rail projects in the South East, with a Central London base and hybrid working arrangement. Regular travel to project sites will be required.

• Lead the delivery of multiple rail projects from inception through to completion
• Act as the client interface, managing consultants, contractors, and delivery partners
• Maintain control of programme, cost, risk, and change management processes
• Provide strong commercial oversight, including cost reporting, forecasting, and value management
• Manage projects under NEC forms of contract, ensuring contractual compliance
• Build and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders and supply chain partners
• Ensure robust governance, reporting, and assurance processes are in place

Our client is seeking professionals with a strong client-side or consultancy background rather than those coming purely from a construction background.

Essential experience:

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within rail or major infrastructure
• Strong commercial awareness and cost management experience
• Solid working knowledge of NEC contracts (NEC3 / NEC4)
• Experience managing multiple projects concurrently
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Flexibility to attend both office and project sites as required

Desirable:

• Experience working for a client organisation, consultancy, or operator
• Relevant professional qualifications (APM, PRINCE2, RICS, or similar)

• Opportunity to work on high-profile rail projects across the South East
• Hybrid working with a Central London base
• Long-term career prospects within a growing rail function
• Collaborative and professional project environment