Project Development Manager
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Project Development Manager / Assistant Project Manager
York or Manchester (3 days per week onsite)
£321 per day Umbrella
Contract until 30/09/2026
BPSS Clearance Required
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We are currently recruiting for experienced Project Development Managers / Assistant Project Managers to support a major rail infrastructure enhancement programme.
This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-profile rail projects, supporting the safe development of infrastructure schemes through the early project lifecycle from feasibility and option selection through to single option development.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead project development activities to deliver against time, cost and quality objectives
- Support the safe and compliant development of rail infrastructure projects
- Manage feasibility, option selection and project development activities
- Coordinate consultants and contractors to ensure successful project outputs
- Engage with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders across the rail industry
- Support budget management, forecasting and commercial activities
- Identify and manage project risks, changes and programme impacts
- Develop and maintain integrated project programmes and schedules
- Ensure compliance with relevant rail, construction and health & safety standards
Essential Experience
- Previous experience working on major rail infrastructure projects
- Experience supporting projects through development and implementation phases
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Experience working within complex project environments
- Commercial awareness and contract management experience
- Knowledge of project safety management and construction legislation
- PRINCE2 Foundation or equivalent qualification
- Self-motivated with the ability to manage ambiguity and complexity
Desirable
- APM membership or equivalent professional qualification
- Knowledge of Network Rail investment regulations
- Experience within complex matrix organisations
- Budget management/accountability experience
Additional Information
- Rail experience is essential
- No specific discipline bias required (Track, Signalling, HV etc.)
- Hybrid working model with 3 days onsite in either York or Manchester
- Please note the role may be withdrawn at short notice
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