Job Description

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

Inside IR35

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* Please note the role may be withdrawn at short notice