Project Manager (Works Delivery) [Buildings & Civils]
Added 15 Oct · still live
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£44,300
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This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2455 (65% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £44,300, and Network Rail is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
We pick the code from the advert's text, so it is our best guess, not the employer's. Each code it could be has its own likelihood:
- Likely 2455 (Construction project managers and related professionals) · 65% match
- Likely 2127 (Engineering project managers and project engineers) · 28% match
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What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2455 Construction project managers and related professionals Most likely code | £33,400 Clears | £35,400 Clears | £39,900 Clears | £44,300 Clears |
2127 Engineering project managers and project engineers Also possible | £36,300 Clears | £41,500 Clears | £46,700 Clears | £51,900 Clears |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. A mark is for the top of the advertised pay. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Who We Are
Join Network Rail ! Where People and Connections Matter
At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team- you're part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway.
We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To discover more about our ED&I commitments click here. We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process.
Safe behaviour is a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should be able to demonstrate their awareness of our safety vision.
About The Role
About the role:
Project Managers Works Delivery work across the full portfolio of Network Rails Works Delivery renewals, inspection and maintenance programmes. To be accountable to the Route for leading their teams to achieve safe, compliant and cost effective delivery of all projects within programmes, meeting client requirements.
Package: This role sits within Band 3C, Zone 1 - £55,596 - £67,813
Location: The successful candidate can be based in London Stratford Place
What's In It For You
Here are a few of the benefits we have to offer:
Join Network Rail ! Where People and Connections Matter
At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team- you're part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway.
We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To discover more about our ED&I commitments click here. We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process.
Safe behaviour is a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should be able to demonstrate their awareness of our safety vision.
About The Role
About the role:
Project Managers Works Delivery work across the full portfolio of Network Rails Works Delivery renewals, inspection and maintenance programmes. To be accountable to the Route for leading their teams to achieve safe, compliant and cost effective delivery of all projects within programmes, meeting client requirements.
Package: This role sits within Band 3C, Zone 1 - £55,596 - £67,813
Location: The successful candidate can be based in London Stratford Place
What's In It For You
Here are a few of the benefits we have to offer:
- 28-day annual leave with the option to buy and sell days
- Inner London Allowance £3,270
- Choice of pension schemes
- 75% discount of leisure travel for you and your family
- Private Healthcare
- 5 days paid volunteer or carers leave
- Up to 75% subsidised Rail and Underground travel
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Some of our roles require face to face Drugs & Alcohol testing. We will share further details with you as part of your formal offer.
Your Experience And Skills
What you'll be doing:
- Accountable for delivery of a portfolio of projects in a safe & environmentally responsible manner to time, cost and quality, in accordance with the Governance of Railway Investment Projects (GRIP), applicable Network Rail company standards, current legislation and procedures including HMRI guidance where appropriate.
- Lead, inspire, direct and develop specialist teams to deliver successful projects to meet route objectives for internal and external stakeholders.
- Direct and co-ordinate multi-disciplinary teams including commercial, programme controls, engineering, and others to identify cost effective solutions to client requirements, establish a robust baseline plan and manage and maintain the plan to project completion.
- Lead the identification and monitoring of project risks (threats and opportunities), and the associated planning and implementation of mitigation. Respond to previously unidentified issues that affect the programme and implement change control in collaboration with clients and contractors in accordance with NR processes.
- Responsible for the management of resource planning for current and projected work banks, including identification and management of critical resource requirements for direct labour, contingent and specialist resource, in accordance with Network Rails policies.
- Engage with and lead stakeholder relationships including internal and external parties, taking account of their levels of influence and particular interests.
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What you'll have:
- Educated to degree level in a relevant discipline or equivalent demonstrable experience
- Member of the Association for Project Management or equivalent, holding or working towards chartered status or equivalent
- In depth knowledge and previous experience of the application of Construction Design Management (CDM) regulations
- Excellent and demonstrable stakeholder engagement and communication skills all levels. This should include customers; 3rd party representatives, delivery teams, other business & functional leaders.
- Successful relevant experience in a project environment including demonstrable experience in team leadership, planning, contracting and delivery of projects
- Successful record of project budget management and ability to understand and interpret commercial and financial landscapes (budgets, forecasts, actual status)
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience in the Rail Industry Sector (including application of GRIP)
- Detailed knowledge of Investment, Commercial and Procurement regulations and practices
- Formal qualifications in risk identification and assessment
- You will be a team player and a self-starter with willingness to learn, challenge and get involved
- Knowledge of Network Rail's assets and how they are managed
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Where this offer sits in the market
Construction project managers and related professionals (SOC 2455) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~36k in sampleSOC 2455
- Middle half £37,596–57,720
- Median £45,396
- Going rate £44,300
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–39,900
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Network Rail holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2455 going rate of £44,300. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.