Senior Technology Portfolio Manager
Network Rail
Date: 1 day ago
City: York, England
Contract type: Full time
Location
York, GB
Department Name
GC Industry Partnership Digital Railway (382300) G4
About Network Rail
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. Click here to learn more.
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.
About GBRX
At GBRX, we are at the forefront of transforming the railway industry, driving innovation, and delivering complex projects that push the boundaries of transportation. At GBRX, we foster a values-driven culture rooted in curiosity, pioneering spirit, and tenacity.
You’ll work on groundbreaking projects that make a real-world impact, all while being part of a values-driven culture that encourages curiosity, innovation, and tenacity. This hybrid role offers a balance of remote work with regular in-office collaboration, ensuring flexibility while enabling you to work closely with our diverse team of experts.
If you're ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!
Brief Description
We're looking for a Technology Portfolio Lead to join us in GBRX, working out of either London Kings Cross or York George Stephenson House. Apply now to help shape the future of transport through bold delivery and strategic leadership.
About The Role (External)
At GBRX, we drive rail transformation by turning innovation into delivery. As the Senior Technology Portfolio Manager, you will lead the delivery of a high-impact innovation portfolio tackling the UK rail industry’s most complex and systemic challenges. We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates with experience working in areas such as data technology, AI, quantum or other emerging technologies.
This role is a critical leadership post that blends strategic oversight with hands-on delivery management to realise measurable outcomes in infrastructure, operations, technology, and data.
You will work at the forefront of cross-sector collaboration, building delivery momentum across multi-disciplinary workstreams, aligning stakeholders, and ensuring the successful execution of pioneering pilots, systems, and operational change. This is a role for someone who thrives in ambiguity, brings structure to complexity, and can deliver innovation at pace.
Key Accountabilities
Apply today and help shape the future of rail through bold delivery and strategic leadership.
How To Apply (External)
Salary: £85,395-£101,323
Closing date: 15/07/25 . - Late applications will not be accepted.
Click apply now to apply.
This role can be based in York or London, Kings Cross.
What does our recruitment process look like?
Network Rail Benefits - To find out about what benefits we offer, click here
All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Click here for more information
York, GB
Department Name
GC Industry Partnership Digital Railway (382300) G4
About Network Rail
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. Click here to learn more.
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.
About GBRX
At GBRX, we are at the forefront of transforming the railway industry, driving innovation, and delivering complex projects that push the boundaries of transportation. At GBRX, we foster a values-driven culture rooted in curiosity, pioneering spirit, and tenacity.
You’ll work on groundbreaking projects that make a real-world impact, all while being part of a values-driven culture that encourages curiosity, innovation, and tenacity. This hybrid role offers a balance of remote work with regular in-office collaboration, ensuring flexibility while enabling you to work closely with our diverse team of experts.
If you're ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!
Brief Description
We're looking for a Technology Portfolio Lead to join us in GBRX, working out of either London Kings Cross or York George Stephenson House. Apply now to help shape the future of transport through bold delivery and strategic leadership.
About The Role (External)
At GBRX, we drive rail transformation by turning innovation into delivery. As the Senior Technology Portfolio Manager, you will lead the delivery of a high-impact innovation portfolio tackling the UK rail industry’s most complex and systemic challenges. We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates with experience working in areas such as data technology, AI, quantum or other emerging technologies.
This role is a critical leadership post that blends strategic oversight with hands-on delivery management to realise measurable outcomes in infrastructure, operations, technology, and data.
You will work at the forefront of cross-sector collaboration, building delivery momentum across multi-disciplinary workstreams, aligning stakeholders, and ensuring the successful execution of pioneering pilots, systems, and operational change. This is a role for someone who thrives in ambiguity, brings structure to complexity, and can deliver innovation at pace.
Key Accountabilities
- Own and lead the delivery of a strategic GBRX innovation portfolio, translating high-level objectives into coordinated, high-performing delivery activity.
- Shape delivery plans and manage integrated workstreams across emerging technologies, systems integration, data, and operations.
- Build and lead cross-functional teams and partnerships, fostering a high-performing, collaborative, and agile culture.
- Develop and grow the innovation portfolio through partnerships and ideation, aligned with GBRX’s long-term objectives.
- Oversee portfolio budgets, resources, and supplier performance to ensure value for money and impact.
- Drive delivery assurance and maintain strong governance, risk management, and evidence-based decision-making.
- Lead senior engagement across government, industry, and academia, aligning stakeholders and championing portfolio impact.
- Contribute to business cases, investment plans, and organisational learning to support continuous improvement.
- A proven track record of leading large, complex, multi-disciplinary portfolios or programmes with accountability for budgets, planning, and delivery.
- Experience managing high-performing delivery teams and external partnerships across infrastructure, innovation, or technology sectors.
- Strong financial planning and resource management experience, with the ability to deliver value under pressure.
- Outstanding communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence senior figures across sectors.
- Structured, analytical approach to documentation, governance, and delivery oversight.
- Educated to degree level, or able to demonstrate equivalent professional experience.
- Chartered or professional membership in a relevant field (e.g. engineering, innovation, technology).
- Familiarity with digital delivery methodologies or portfolio/programme frameworks (e.g. MSP, P3O).
- Experience of innovation-led or system-wide transformation in regulated or cross-sector environments.
- Knowledge of the UK rail sector or similar infrastructure-based industries.
Apply today and help shape the future of rail through bold delivery and strategic leadership.
How To Apply (External)
Salary: £85,395-£101,323
Closing date: 15/07/25 . - Late applications will not be accepted.
Click apply now to apply.
This role can be based in York or London, Kings Cross.
What does our recruitment process look like?
- Once you have applied, our Recruitment Specialist and Hiring Managers will look at your CV's.
- If your experience matches what we're looking for, you'll be invited to an interview.
Network Rail Benefits - To find out about what benefits we offer, click here
All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Click here for more information
- Some of our roles require face to face Drugs & Alcohol testing. Further details will be shared with you as part of your formal offer.****
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