Project Manager (Thameslink)

The Thameslink Programme is a £3.5bn rail infrastructure project that will enhance the rail network to and through London, delivering clear and tangible benefits for millions of people. The plans would significantly increase capacity on the over-ground railway to and through London, via King's Cross St. Pancras in the north and Blackfriars and London Bridge in the south.

Working within the Outer Areas team, the role will predominately be managing the in place contracts and agreed contractors at our sites outside of London. The stations currently being worked on are Luton, Cricklewood and Mill Hill but this will likely increase. They will need to come from a ideally a project civils background as the majority of the work revolves around the lengthening of platforms, commercial/contracts experience is essential as must be knowledgeable to ensure the delivery requirements are meeting according to the agreed contracts. They will also be involved with staff management and should have proven experience looking after multiple projects concurrently.

To lead the safe delivery of projects to achieve cost, time and quality objectives within corporate guidelines and to develop appropriate delivery and supply strategies and plans for specific projects

• Deliver the project(s) safely to time, cost and quality, in accordance with the Guide to Railway Investment Projects (GRIP), applicable Railway Group, Network Rail company standards and other specific legislation including construction design management (CDM) Regulations.
• Provide a professional, first class, consistent and effective project management service to the clients, including project monitoring and reporting systems in accordance with Railway Group, Network Rail company standards and guidelines.
• Participate in the development of supply strategies and framework contracts.
• Provide detailed input for compilation of the business plan and production of the possessions plan.
• Control project change, risks and contingency within the project life cycle and provide all cost, contingency and programme details to enable the Sponsor to obtain authorisation for portfolios/projects.
• Provide a safe working environment in the execution of work directly under the post holder's responsibility, including development of project safety plans and other associated documentation.
• Act as CDM Planning Supervisor as directed.
• Identify training needs in safety, technical and management areas for the personnel reporting to the post holder and contribute to their personal development.
• Undertake accident investigations when remitted to by the relevant designated competent person.
• Comply with the Investment Competence Framework.

Essential

• Relevant successful experience in project management
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Detailed knowledge of safety regulations (particularly CDM)
• Team leader capable of motivating the team
• Commercial and financial understanding and knowledge
• Accident Investigation experience

Desirable

• Membership of the Association for Project Management or other professional body
• Six Sigma Yellow Belt
• A degree or equivalent
• Knowledge of investment processes and procedures
• Knowledge and understanding of project and contract management

To learn more about this and similar jobs call Joanna Vercoe on 020 8655 4955 during office hours or on 07827 345589 at other times. If you have a copy of your Résumé/CV to hand click here to send an emailed application to Joanna at j.vercoe@calco.co.uk.

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