Project Manager, Project & Program Management, Operations Management

Project Manager SummaryA Principal Contractor and the leading provider of electrical solutions for rail infrastructure, specialising in Overhead Catenary System (OCS) and High Voltage Traction and Non-Traction Power Supply (HV) is looking to hire an experienced Project Manager to join their team in Glasgow manage various upgrade and enhancement projects across Scotland.

As a Project Manager you will be involved with:

Project Delivery
- Managing assigned OLE and P&D works through design, construction, testing, and handback.

- Ensuring works comply with Network Rail standards, GRIP/PACE lifecycle requirements, and contractor procedures.

- Coordinating multidisciplinary inputs (Civils, Signalling, Track, SCADA & Telecoms) to support integrated project delivery.

- Providing out of hours/emergency support on projects as required by the client and Directors Safety & Compliance
- Promoting a culture of safety in line with Network Rail's Lifesaving Rules and company policies.

- Ensuring compliance with CDM Regulations, method statements, and risk assessments.

- Supporting the Senior Project Manager in maintaining a robust Safety Management System.

- Undertaking periodic site audits and safety inspections when are engaged on site duties

Programme & Resource Management
- Developing and maintain project plans in collaboration with the planning team.

- Ensuring works are resourced effectively with labour, plant, and materials.

- Managing delivery within possessions, blockades, and operational railway constraints.

Commercial & Cost Control
- Supporting the Senior Project Manager and commercial team with cost forecasting, variations, and change control.

- Monitoring subcontractor performance and certify completed works.

- Procurement and management of subcontracted work packages.

- Ensuring accurate project records and reporting are maintained.

Stakeholder Engagement
- Acting as day-to-day point of contact for Network Rail's project representatives on allocated packages.

- Attending progress meetings, report on performance, and escalate issues to the Senior Project Manager.

- Fostering positive working relationships with designers, subcontractors, and suppliers.

Team Coordination & Leadership
- Supervising site managers, engineers, and supervisors to ensure safe and efficient delivery.

- Providing technical and managerial support to project teams.

- Encouraging a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and knowledge sharing.

To be considered for this Project Manager Role you will have:

- Proven experience delivering works, ideally within the UK rail industry or comparable infrastructure sectors.

- Strong organisational, planning, and problem-solving skills.

- Good commercial awareness, with exposure to NEC or similar contract frameworks.

- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build collaborative relationships.

Desirable Qualifications / Competencies
- Degree/HND in Engineering, Construction, or related discipline.

- PTS (Personal Track Safety) competence.

- Working knowledge of electrification and distribution systems.

- Familiarity with Network Rail standards, processes, and assurance requirements.

- Experience working within live operational environments (e.g. possessions, blockades, or similar controlled access settings).

- Previous experience with Network Rail frameworks or alliances in Scotland.

Salary / Package Circa: 65,000 - 68.000 DOE plus package including a car/allowance of 5,400

For further information and to apply for this Project Manager opportunity get in touch with a copy of your CV.Navartis are an equality and diversity recruitment agent and employer.

Service advertised by Navartis are that of an Employment Agency/Business Discipline(s):
Rail, Infrastructure & Built Environment Job type:
Permanent