Scheme Project Manager (CD)

Who We Are

At Network Rail, we're the publicly owned operator of Britain's rail infrastructure.

We're trusted custodians of one of our nation's most critical public assets: Scotland's Railway .

We keep Scotland moving - connecting people and places, supporting businesses, public services and communities - driving economic, social and environmental success.

Our work spans almost 20% of the UK network and between 2024 and 2029, we're investing £4.8 billion to enhance our stations and routes, supporting new passenger and freight rolling stock.

Working together with train operators, our investment will mean a more reliable, climate resilient railway; a better customer experience; and greener, more sustainable travel that links cities, towns, urban and rural communities with each other and with the wider UK.

But it's our people who make this progress possible. At Network Rail Scotland, you'll find an inclusive, supportive and flexible working culture where your ideas are valued, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is real. Join us.

This is your railway - and it's moving forward.

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About the role

Scheme Project Managers deliver a wide range of projects across Network Rail's infrastructure portfolio, from minor renewals through to complex programmes. They are accountable for the safe and effective delivery of multiple projects, working within integrated teams to coordinate disciplines and achieve shared outcomes.

In this role, you will build strong relationships across the supply chain, enabling delivery to meet time, cost, quality, and performance targets, while driving efficiencies and embedding continuous improvement and right-first-time delivery.

The position sits within the Signalling, Power and Communications (SP&C) team, delivering medium-sized, multi-disciplinary projects (£3m-£15m).

Key Accountabilities

• Accountable for the safe and environmentally responsible delivery of complex projects to time, cost, and quality, in line with the PACE framework, Network Rail standards, and relevant legislation (including HMRI guidance where applicable).
• Support the Project Manager in the safe and effective delivery of project requirements across the full project lifecycle.
• Work with the Project Manager, Sponsor, and Senior Asset Manager to define, maintain, and manage changes to project requirements.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams (including commercial, programme controls, and engineering) and supply chain partners to develop solutions and deliver agreed outcomes.
• Monitor and control project performance against programme, cost, and risk baselines, ensuring accurate reporting and timely intervention where required.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and opportunities, implementing effective mitigation strategies and ensuring timely escalation and closeout of issues.
• Ensure compliance with PACE governance, maintaining robust project documentation and supporting stage gate approvals and assurance activities.
• Manage stakeholders effectively, considering their level of influence and interests to support successful project delivery.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements, including CDM and CSM obligations.
• Provide assurance on quality and compliance through site engagement and review of delivery outputs and technical documentation.
• Promote continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned, identifying efficiencies, and supporting right-first-time delivery.
• Support the effective management of change, ensuring scope changes are appropriately controlled, assessed, and documented in line with Network Rail processes.

Salary: £43,588 - £51,719

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Closing date: Midnight of 24 th June 2026

Please note proof of all essential qualifications will be required.

Late applications will not be accepted.

Please note the recruitment process for this role is a competency based interview.

We're dedicated to creating an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from everyone!

Network Rail is a Disability Confident Leader and we'll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles. You can visit Evenbreak's Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you're unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please add a note to your application.

All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.

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Your experience and skills

Essential

• Educated to degree level in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience
• Membership (or working towards membership) of the Association for Project Management
• Achieved PRINCE2 Foundation or equivalent
• Good stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Successful relevant experience including experience of contracting and project delivery
• Knowledge and experience of project budget management
• Good evaluation and decision-making skills
• Project safety management and Health and Safety legislation knowledge

• Knowledge safety cases in support of projects

Desirable

• Experience in the Rail Industry Sector (including application of GRIP, and Construction Design Management (CDM) on simple projects)
• Knowledge of Network Rail's Project, Investment, Commercial and Procurement practices
• Experience in risk identification, assessment and mitigation
• Flexible and pro-active approach
• You will be a team player with willingness to learn, challenge and get involved
• Knowledge of Network Rail's assets and how they are managed

Key Information

Vacancy Details

Number of Positions

Contract Type

Permanent

Hours

Full Time

Salary

£43,588 - £57,464

Location

Glasgow St Vincent Street, Glasgow

Geographical Area

Scotland

Closing Date

24-JUN-2026

Job Category

Operations

Function

Scotland Region

Organisation

IP Renewals and General Enhancements (452240) G2

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