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We have an exciting opportunity to join our client as a Lead Project Engineer in CIS within their Rail Infrastructure business.As a Lead Project Engineer, you will take ownership of the engineering delivery for defined work packages across one or more projects.&nbsp;You will ensure engineering requirements, standards, safety obligations, and customer expectations are fully met throughout the delivery lifecycle.You will often act as the Project Engineering Manager (PEM) on medium‑scale projects or lead engineering packages on larger programmes, coordinating multi‑disciplinary inputs, managing technical risk and ensuring robust integration, testing and assurance.&nbsp;This role is pivotal in the successful delivery of our CIS (Communications &amp; Information Systems) solutions.Daily Tasks will include:&nbsp; Leading the engineering delivery of work packages or serving as PEM on medium projects, ensuring scope, schedule, quality, cost, and safety objectives are achieved. Developing, maintaining, and executing the Project Engineering Management Plan (PEMP), tailoring engineering governance to project complexity.Driving engineering lifecycle activities: requirements capture, system design, integration, testing, V&amp;V, and commissioning readiness. Ensuring all engineering work complies with relevant standards, processes, technical specifications, and safety obligations (CDM/CSM). Coordinating technical interfaces across disciplines, suppliers, and subcontractors, ensuring “right first time” integration. Acting as the engineering representative to the PM, client, suppliers, and internal teams, ensuring consistent communication of requirements, changes, and engineering status.Requirements:&nbsp; Degree in Electrical, Electronic, Systems, or related Engineering discipline (or equivalent experience). Strong engineering delivery experience in SCADA, SISS, Control Systems, or large-scale integration projects. Proven capability delivering across the full engineering lifecycle; requirements, design, integration, test, V&amp;V, and commissioning. Experience acting as Work Package Manager, technical lead, or PEM on scoped project elements. Strong understanding of rail infrastructure environments, construction/installation constraints, and operational railway practices and the ability to demonstrate managing requirements, configuration, change, and engineering assurance processes effectively Background in multi-discipline environments such as SCADA, SISS, control systems, telecoms, M&amp;E, or line-wide system integration and software-intensive systems (desirable)&nbsp;

MPI Limited - Rail

Lead Project Engineer (Communications & Information Systems)

<h2>Senior Project Manager</h2>Sector:<a href="https://www.navartisglobal.com/jobs/rail" target="_blank"> Rail Jobs</a>, <a href="https://www.navartisglobal.com/jobs/infrastructure-and-built-environment" target="_blank">Infrastructure &amp; Built Environment Jobs</a>Location: DerbyJob Ref: PR/170409Employment Type: <a href="https://www.navartisglobal.com/jobs/permanent" target="_blank">Permanent</a>Salary: £70k - 75k per year + Package per annumRecruitment: <a href="https://www.navartisglobal.com/disciplines/rail" target="_blank">Rail Recruitment</a>,<a href="https://www.navartisglobal.com/disciplines/infrastructure-and-built-environment" target="_blank"> Infrastructure &amp; Built Environment Recruitment</a>,<h4>&nbsp;</h4>Senior Project Manager - Rolling Stock Maintenance &amp; OverhaulA leading owner and asset manager of passenger and freight rolling stock providing high-quality, digitally enabled rolling stock solutions that help deliver a safe, efficient and sustainable railway are looking to hire an experienced Senior Project Manager to join their team in Derby to lead Maintenance Service Project Managers in the effective delivery of their respective heavy maintenance overhaul events.We are seeking an individual who is a self-starter and is effective working either alone or as part of a team to complete the job to the highest level. Excellent technical knowledge/awareness of key railway sub-systems, along with knowledge of the latest digital and electronic systems and the future opportunities offered in these areas for rail is desirable.What you'll need to have to be suitable for this Senior Project Manager role-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Proven experience in leading a team delivering complex rolling stock heavy maintenance events&nbsp; -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Strong track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Excellent leadership and people management skills -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills, capable of engaging at all levels, including executive leadership and external partners -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Advanced understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP, Agile, or equivalent) -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Strong financial and commercial acumen, including budget management, cost control, and risk mitigation -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;High level of problem-solving, negotiation, and decision-making skills -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Degree in project management, engineering, business, or related field and professional certification preferred but not essential.&nbsp; -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Knowledge of railway industry rolling stock, organisation and players is highly desirable&nbsp; -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Significant knowledge of both theoretical and practical implementation of programme and portfolio management -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Working knowledge of Contract Management obligations and stakeholder management -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Knowledge of project management tools and techniques, Risk Management, Earned Value, MS Project, WBS, Critical Path -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Basic understanding of engineering drawings and can understand the design and implementation.&nbsp; -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Knowledge and understanding of maintenance and overhaul requirementsDesirable-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Minimum of 10 years' experience in ideally rail traction and rolling stock or experience in an equivalent industry -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Minimum of 5 years' experience in managing planning, delivery, and contractual aspects of project teams -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Minimum of 3 years' experience in directly managing personnel -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Developing skills and competence within a team through development plans and coaching -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Business management awareness/application -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Project management skills -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Report writing and presentation skills -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Financial, budgeting and commercial awarenessKey Responsibilities for the Senior Project Manager-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Leading the Maintenance Service Project Managers in the effective delivery of their respective heavy maintenance overhauls events -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Delivery of maintenance/overhaul and modification projects -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Safe operation of the companies owned rolling stock / fleet on the railway system, with due consideration to respective lease obligations -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Support close out of National Incident Reports pertinent to current heavy maintenance/overhaul contacts -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ensure that all heavy maintenance/overhaul projects are managed and delivered to time, cost and quality objectives in line with business objectives -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ensure all relevant information on heavy maintenance projects is shared within the business in a timely manner -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Support the Head of Maintenance Services in the delivery of the monthly change board sessions -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Support the development of heavy maintenance specifications, particularly any updates that are required during a project -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Support contract negotiations of maintenance/overhaul contracts (including contract variations) -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;In liaison with the Heads of Fleet Services and Head of Maintenance Services, provide direct support to customers on all technical issues affecting the vehicles that they lease that arise from heavy maintenance projects.&nbsp; -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ensure asset deterioration (e.g. corrosion) is addressed as part of maintenance/overhaul programmes in a cost-effective manner as appropriate -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Team ManagementSenior Project Manager Salary &amp; BenefitsSalary of between £70,000 - £75,000 negotiable (DOE) plus a fantastic benefits package including&nbsp; -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Annual bonus of up to 15%&nbsp; -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;25 days' annual leave + Bank Holidays + option to buy and sell up to 5 days' additional leave -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.5x employer contributory pension scheme -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Flexible working -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ongoing support with professional and personal development -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Life assurance -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Healthcare cash plan -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Season ticket loanShould you be suitable for the role, the full benefits package will be discussed in more detail during your screening call.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a great organisation with outstanding people and a road map for the future to grow and develop the business.for immediate consideration or further information get in touch now with a copy of your CV. Navartis are an equality and diversity recruitment agent and employer. Service advertised by Navartis are that of an Employment Agency/Business

Senior Project Manager

Your role, and what you’ll be doing:The Senior Design Engineer will own deliverables through specification development, development and deployment of SCADA and control system solutions, setting technical direction and continually refining engineering best practice.You will play a key role in shaping system architectures, functionality design and first-in-type solutions, driving reuse and where appropriate while also leading the creation of new, modular components where the solution demands it. The role spans the full engineering lifecycle - from early concept and bid support through detailed design, development, integration and delivery.This position suits an engineer who is technically credible, systems-minded, comfortable leading others, and being hands-on.What will be my Responsibilities?<ul><li>Deliver engineering activities for complex multi‑discipline systems, owning technical outcomes and ensuring solutions meet customer, safety and compliance requirements.</li><li>Deliver system designs, interfaces and integration strategies that are robust, scalable and aligned to project and operational needs.</li><li>Drive core systems engineering activities including the principles of reuse, requirements definition, decomposition, traceability, verification and validation.</li><li>Provide technical leadership across the engineering lifecycle - guiding engineers, assuring deliverables and shaping safe, secure and compliant solutions.</li><li>Apply the right standards, processes and governance to maintain engineering quality, configuration control, and design assurance.</li><li>Collaborate closely with internal teams, suppliers, SMEs and customers to resolve issues, manage risks and deliver successful project outcomes.</li></ul>&nbsp;What Skills, Qualifications and Experience do I need for this role?<ul><li>Proven experience delivering complex control and monitoring systems across domains such as Power SCADA, Station Information/M&amp;E supervisory systems, Tunnel Ventilation Control, or Route‑Wide Engineering Management Systems.&nbsp;</li><li>Strong technical competency in industrial control platforms, including hands‑on experience with A8000 RTUs, Siemens S7 PLCs, TIA Portal, and the integration of PLC/RTU‑based systems with field devices and networks.&nbsp;</li><li>Practical expertise with modern SCADA platforms, ideally WinCC OA, covering data modelling, architecture, system configuration, and multi‑system interface design.&nbsp;</li><li>Robust systems engineering capability—requirements capture and decomposition, architecture definition, interface control, integration planning, and full V‑lifecycle verification &amp; validation.&nbsp;</li><li>Demonstrable technical leadership at a senior/CRE‑equivalent level, providing design assurance, making engineering decisions, managing change and configuration, and delivering solutions in safety‑critical or mission‑critical environments.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience developing novel or first‑of‑type solutions, applying sound engineering judgement, risk management, and adherence to standards, processes and engineering governance.&nbsp;</li><li>Degree in a relevant engineering discipline (Electrical, Electronic, Control, Systems, or similar), with Chartered Engineer status (or working toward it), and excellent communication, problem‑solving and stakeholder engagement skills.</li></ul>&nbsp;

Senior Design Engineer (SCADA)

Job PurposeCivils / Cabling Supervisor with experience of working across multiple telecoms operators The role is responsible for the safe, compliant, and efficient delivery of civils and cabling works, while supporting commercial control through accurate planning, reporting of variations, and cost-conscious site delivery.Key ResponsibilitiesPre-Construction &amp; PlanningWork closely with the commercial team on receipt of tender and construction drawings, providing input on:<ul><li>Labour requirements</li><li>Plant and equipment</li><li>Materials and subcontractor needs</li><li>Survey works to determine:</li><li>Installation methodology</li><li>Traffic management requirements</li><li>Access constraints and risks</li><li>Liaise with local authorities to identify constraints, approvals, and site-specific requirements</li><li>Demonstrate working knowledge of the BT Openreach PIA (Physical Infrastructure Access) portal, interrogating network data to supportroute planning and installation methodology</li></ul>Traffic Management &amp; Street Works<ul><li>Liaise with traffic management contractors to ensure TM plans are prepared in accordance with installation requirements and NRSWA regulations</li><li>Hold NRSWA accreditation and ensure street works compliance at all times</li></ul>Use Street Manager to:<ul><li>Submit permits</li><li>Manage permit conditions</li><li>Monitor applications from submission through to closure</li><li>Submit works measures on completion</li></ul>Monitor and manage:<ul><li>Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs)</li><li>Section 74 overruns</li><li>Inspections and defect notices</li></ul>Health, Safety &amp; Compliance<ul><li>Prepare and manage RAMS for both civils and cabling works</li><li>Ensure all sites have correct SLG (Signing, Lighting &amp; Guarding) in place</li><li>Conduct daily site inspections and ensure:</li><li>POWRAs (Point of Works Risk Assessments)</li><li>Permits to Dig</li><li>Manhole Entry Permits</li><li>Site Diaries</li><li>Other required documentation are completed accurately and on time</li><li>Ensure correct plant and equipment are used and that safety equipment such as:</li><li>GDU (Gas Detection Units)</li><li>CAT &amp; Genny are available, used correctly, and suitably calibrated</li><li>Promote a strong safety-first culture and ensure compliance with company, client, and statutory H&amp;S requirements</li></ul>Site Supervision &amp; Delivery<ul><li>Manage and supervise civils and cabling teams on site</li><li>Ensure works are delivered in accordance with:</li><li>Approved drawings</li><li>Method statements</li><li>Client-specific standards</li><li>Record and report daily site variations, risks, and changes, feeding information back to the commercial department on a daily basis</li><li>Order required plant, materials, and equipment to support site activities</li><li>Ensure productivity, quality, and programme targets are met</li></ul>Operator-Specific Requirements<ul><li>Ensure cabling teams are fully briefed on operator-specific working requirements, including but not limited to:</li><li>COLT requirements:</li><li>Photographs taken of each chamber prior to works commencing</li><li>Visual risk assessment completed to identify potential issues (e.g. damaged cables or fibre joints)</li><li>Photographs taken of chambers on completion of works</li><li>Ensure works comply with each operator’s standards and approval processes</li></ul>Quality, As-Builts &amp; Handover<ul><li>Capture accurate as-built information during installation</li><li>Submit as-built data to the CAD Engineer for preparation of final drawings</li><li>Support quality inspections, snagging, and handover activities</li></ul>Client &amp; Stakeholder Management<ul><li>Liaise with clients during weekly progress calls</li><li>Attend meetings with local authorities where required</li><li>Act as a professional on-site representative of the company at all times</li><li>Escalate issues, risks, and programme impacts to the Project Manager</li></ul>Skills &amp; ExperienceEssential<ul><li>Proven experience supervising telecoms civils and cabling works</li><li>Experience working across multiple operators&nbsp;</li><li>Strong understanding of:</li><li>NRSWA and Street Works</li><li>Traffic Management requirements</li><li>BT Openreach PIA</li><li>Experience using Street Manager</li><li>Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications</li><li>Strong organisational, communication, and leadership skills</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Experience working for Tier 1 telecoms contractors</li><li>Knowledge of live network environments</li><li>Experience managing multiple work fronts</li></ul>&nbsp;

Civils / Cabling Supervisor

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:Deliver all aspects of Engineering Access Planning, ensuring the safe, efficient, and cost-effective planning of client engineering access. Deliver the co-ordinated planning, resourcing, and implementation of engineering access in accordance with project timescales and industry standards. To effectively manage resources including quality, safety, time, costs, people, materials, and tools / equipment.AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY / TASKSResponsibility for delivery of engineering access safely, to time and within budgetEnsure the safety culture is authentic zero accident / incidentResponsibility for planning all track access activities and managing the required resourcesResponsibility for compliance with appropriate legislation and standardsEnsure that all resources hold appropriate qualifications / licences for the activities carried outEnsure rework cycles on projects are minimised and lessons learnt are implementedImplementation of approved best practice techniques to ensure standards are maintainedApply appropriate planning, safety, and performance measures to all client engineering possessionsMaintain accurate and detailed records of possession arrangementsProactively deliver track access and operational interface elements of projects within timescales during both planning and implementationEnsure engineering access timescales and critical milestones are metProduce and book robust, safe, deliverable &amp; technically compliant possessions, worksites, signalling disconnections and electrical isolations on behalf of clientBook engineering and test trains as required (via NROL or Network Rail processes)Attend Network Rail possession / territory meetings to ensure appropriate deconfliction of works and appropriate access is obtainedBook / confirm appropriate possession resourcesResolve possession / Worksite conflicts to deliver the client plan, whilst minimising commercial riskIdentify possession / engineering access risks and implement mitigation risks throughout the possession lifecycleProduce WON section C, D and Operating Notice material and submit to Network Rail within timescalesNegotiate with Network Rail, Train and Freight Operating Companies for disruptive / enhanced possessions and access to Network Rail and third party owned depots / yardsSupport submission of client tender documentation, ensuring that possession, isolation and signalling disconnection strategies are identified and securedProvide professional advice from an operations / engineering access viewpointEDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTSTrack competences relevant to role (Safe System of Work Planner, SWL2, ES, SWL1, COSS, IWA)COMPETENCIESKnowledge &amp; Experience:Minimum of 5 years railway operations experience of which 2 years should include planning / management of engineering workGood communication skills at all levels of department and other disciplines also customer and suppliersExcellent IT skills (specifically MS Office)The ability to prioritise workload and achieve objectivesA high degree of self-directionCommercial awareness and ability to manage work packages and identify changeA proven track record of delivery, with demonstrable ability to form effective working relationshipsThrough knowledge of the rule book, railway operating rules, regulations for train signalling and group standardsSound working knowledge of engineering access planning tools (including PPS, Green Zone Planner, Sectional Appendix, Train Planning, Electrical Isolation booking process, Engineering Access Statement and on-trac/e-pic systems)Appreciation of ORR Informed Traveller regulations and Network Rail Schedule 4 compensation structure for disruption to Train and Freight Operating CompaniesTechnical competence demonstrable by appropriate SSOW planner licenceHold full UK driving licenceSpecific Health, Safety &amp; Environmental Responsibilities for this Post:Set and lead the right behaviours to support creating a robust H&amp;S cultureSet an example by their own actions and activitiesSet targets and objectives for H&amp;S and environmental for their direct staff, using the HSE tool and processes on the BMS for managing H&amp;S and environmental objectivesEnsure that directed staff are capable and competent to undertake the tasks allocated to themEnsure effective implementation of the SMO UKI BMS relating to Manuals, Plans, SSOW and other activities for which your role has responsibilities to ensure compliance with PCL requirementsCommunicate and encourage feedback on H&amp;S and environmental issuesUndertake appropriate disciplinary action for any breach of H&amp;S following the just culture processInvestigate accidents or incidents to determine basic causes, feedback information both up and down the organisation using the SMO reporting systemEnsure adequate H&amp;S equipment is to hand and is used by employeesUndertake H&amp;S tours or inspections; take action where deficiencies are observedWhen unable to rectify or remedy unsafe situations either stop work if the risk is too high and/or report the deficiency (and involve HSE) to the Project Manager for actionPromote and use the business procedures to control and manage workUnderstand the H&amp;S and environment risks involved in any activity they control and ensure any mitigation designated to control that risk are effectively operated/implementedBe prepared and be competent to manage any foreseen emergency situationsBecome involved in any worksafe problem and help resolve that problemMaintain their competence to manage their own H&amp;S and environmental responsibilities and contribute to their directs competence to manage their H&amp;S and environmental responsibilities

Possession Planner 

Safe System of Work (SSOW) PlannerEdinburgh£400 per day (Inside IR35)6‑month contract&nbsp;The RoleA fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced SSOW Planner / Safe System of Work Planner to join a rail contractor based in Edinburgh on a 6‑month contract. This role offers £400 per day (Inside IR35) and is critical to the safe and efficient delivery of planned works across the rail infrastructure.You will take ownership of producing compliant Safe System of Work (SSOW) packs, coordinating with project teams, and ensuring all activities are undertaken in line with industry legislation, standards, and best practice.&nbsp;Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Produce accurate and comprehensive SSOW packs to safeguard personnel working on or near the railway.</li><li>Carry out detailed risk assessments, identifying hazards and implementing suitable control measures.</li><li>Liaise closely with project managers, engineers, delivery teams, and external stakeholders to ensure seamless planning and integration.</li><li>Ensure full compliance with all relevant rail safety regulations, standards, and company procedures.</li><li>Provide clear safety briefings and verify team understanding of SSOW requirements.</li><li>Update and adjust SSOW plans to reflect evolving site conditions, programme changes, or regulatory updates.</li><li>Support safety audits, contribute to incident investigations, and promote a proactive safety culture.</li></ul>&nbsp;Key Skills &amp; Qualifications<ul><li>Proven experience producing SSOW packs within the rail sector.</li><li>Valid SSOWP competency (Sentinel).</li><li>Current PTS certification.</li><li>Ability to start at short notice (ideally within one week).</li><li>Strong communication, organisational, and stakeholder management skills.</li></ul>&nbsp;About the EmployerYou will be joining a well‑established civil engineering and rail contractor recognised for delivering complex and safety‑critical infrastructure projects across Scotland and the wider UK. With a strong emphasis on innovation, collaboration, and safety, this organisation offers the opportunity to work on high‑profile rail projects within a supportive and professional team environment.&nbsp;How to ApplyFor more information, call 07787 289 264 or email your CV to <a href="mailto:colin.earp@ganymedesolutions.co.uk" target="_blank">colin.earp@ganymedesolutions.co.uk</a>.&nbsp;Ganymede Solutions specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation, and Engineering recruitment, offering both permanent and contract opportunities.Visit <a href="http://www.ganymedesolutions.co.uk" target="_blank">www.ganymedesolutions.co.uk</a> for more vacancies.By applying, you confirm you have read and agree to our Privacy Notice available on our website.

Safe System of Work (SSOW) Planner

Scheme Project Manager 
Crewe
Long Term Contract 
£400 - £450 per day - DOE

I am currently recruiting for an experienced Scheme Project Manager to lead the delivery of OLE projects across the Central and West Coast Routes.
This role has responsibility for the end-to-end management of OHL scheme delivery, alongside a key leadership role in integrating High Output Track and Construction teams to enable safe, efficient, and collaborative planning and execution.
The position will also play a significant role in the planning and development of upcoming works at Birmingham New Street, contributing to early-stage coordination, integration, and delivery strategy for this complex and high-profile programme.
Key Responsibilities
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<li>Overall management of OHL/OLE project delivery, ensuring schemes are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards in line with PACE and Network Rail governance</li>
<li>Lead and coordinate integrated planning and delivery across High Output Track and Construction teams</li>
<li>Drive collaborative working practices to improve safety, efficiency, and programme certainty</li>
<li>Manage scheme governance, including risk, change control, resources, and reporting</li>
<li>Develop, agree, and implement contingency and recovery plans in collaboration with delivery teams and Route stakeholders</li>
<li>Support the planning and integration of Birmingham New Street works, contributing to constructability, staging, and delivery readiness</li>
<li>Ensure projects achieve AMP-compliant close-out and are effectively handed back to maintenance teams</li>
<li>Lead proactive stakeholder engagement, demonstrating strong safety leadership and clear communication across all schemes</li>
</ul>
This position is suited to extremely experienced Scheme Project Manager who is looking to step up into a role with the responsibilities of a Project Manager.
We are looking to move quickly with the right hire, for more information please submit your CV to Amy Naden at Morson Vital today.
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Scheme Project Manager

Job Title 
 
 Contractor's Engineering Manager (CEM) - Telecoms / Software-Focused Systems 
 
 Contract Details 
 
 Contract Length: Minimum 9 months 
 
 IR35 Status: Outside IR35 
 
 Start Date: ASAP 
 
 Location: Predominantly remote with occasional travel to Cheadle, Stockport 
 
 Overview 
 
 An experienced Contractor's Engineering Manager (CEM) is required to take over an existing role due to retirement. The role supports a rail-based programme currently at GRIP 6, entering SIT/SAT testing, and centres on an Online Key Management System (OKMS). 
 
 The OKMS is a software-based, cyber-secure telecoms system used by train drivers to log into operational systems. While the solution has strong software and cyber-security elements, this is not a pure software role. A telecoms engineering background is essential. Civils or signalling-only backgrounds are unlikely to be suitable. 
 
 The OKMS scope represents approximately 40-50% of the workload; however, candidates with a strong telecoms background will be able to support the role full time. 
 
 Key Responsibilities 
 CEM Role &amp; Engineering Management 
 
 Act as Contractor's Engineering Manager, coordinating all engineering activities in line with the project programme and GRIP lifecycle 
 
 Coordinate design and documentation deliverables to Network Rail 
 
 Review and sign off all documentation submitted to Network Rail from delivery partners 
 
 Manage and coordinate responses to Design Review Notes (DRNs), ensuring timely closure or document updates formally accepted by Network Rail 
 
 Coordinate As-Built documentation where required 
 
 Provide all required documentation for the Network Rail Health &amp; Safety File, agreeing formats with Network Rail 
 
 Provide IDC/IDR Certificates for GRIP stages 5, 6 and 7 (and 8 if required) 
 
 Provide Engineering Completion Certificates (ECC) 
 
 Documentation &amp; Authoring 
 
 Update and maintain the System Definition 
 
 Update the Service Interface Register (SIR) with input from DDaT stakeholders 
 
 Produce HSM performance reports to support NRAP Product Approval (templates provided) 
 
 Maintain document control via JIRA, SharePoint and OneDrive 
 
 Assurance, Safety &amp; Compliance 
 
 Coordinate with TÜV (Independent Auditor) regarding Subset compliance reports 
 
 Respond to auditor queries and provide supporting evidence as required 
 
 Ensure progress towards compliance with applicable subsets, supporting independent assurance for handover 
 
 Support completion and acceptance of SIT/SAT Safety Letter 
 
 Run checks on outstanding LDO actions prior to certification sign-off 
 
 Governance, Reporting &amp; Meetings 
 
 Attend: 
 
 Monthly Network Rail Contract Review meetings 
 
 Monthly Human Factors Working Group meetings 
 
 Chair: 
 
 Twice-weekly Engineering Delivery meetings 
 
 Monthly Security Working Group meetings, reviewing security documentation, residual risks and emerging issues 
 
 Reporting: 
 
 Provide a monthly metrics pack 
 
 Provide a monthly technical debt report 
 
 Security &amp; PSO Awareness 
 
 Maintain awareness of project security classifications, procedures and controls 
 
 Identify, manage and escalate any security breaches promptly 
 
 Support updates to security briefings and alignment with current organisational security marking systems 
 
 Consult and adhere to Network Rail security correspondence and requirements 
 
 Tools &amp; Systems 
 
 Obtain and use access to the following systems: 
 
 Network Rail eB (document control and DRN status) 
 
 Network Rail Standards Portal 
 
 Network Rail Teams 
 
 JIRA (document control and WPM) 
 
 SharePoint / OneDrive (OKMS documentation) 
 
 Project Environment 
 
 The CEM will work closely with a multi-organisation delivery team including project management, service delivery, safety assurance, systems engineering, architecture, and security specialists. 
 
 Essential Requirements 
 
 CEM Certification (mandatory) 
 
 Strong telecoms engineering background 
 
 Experience delivering software-based, cyber-secure systems within regulated environments 
 
 Proven experience working through GRIP stages, particularly GRIP 5-7 
 
 Experience with IDC/IDR, ECC, DRNs, and Network Rail governance processes 
 
 Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and suppliers 
 
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Contractors Engineering Manager (CEM)- Telecoms

<h2>Job Title: Project Planner - Substation Project</h2>Location: Suffolk Working Pattern: Site-based 3 days per week (hybrid) Sector: Power / Energy Infrastructure<h3>Role Overview</h3>We are seeking an experienced Project Planner to support the delivery of a major substation project in Suffolk. The role requires a highly capable, self-sufficient planner who can work independently on site, providing robust programme control, progress reporting, and planning assurance throughout the project lifecycle.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Develop, maintain, and update fully logic-linked project programmes using Primavera P6</li><li>Manage and report Total Float, critical path, and programme risk to key stakeholders</li><li>Implement and maintain Earned Value Management (EVM) metrics, including performance analysis and forecasting</li><li>Support change control, impact assessments, and programme recovery activities</li><li>Provide planning input aligned to NEC contracts (including compensation events and programme submissions)</li><li>Interface closely with site teams, commercial, and project management to ensure accurate progress capture</li><li>Produce high-quality planning reports, dashboards, and narrative commentary</li><li>Challenge programme assumptions and provide proactive planning advice</li></ul><h3>Essential Skills &amp; Experience</h3><ul><li>Strong hands-on experience with Primavera P6</li><li>Proven understanding of Total Float, critical path analysis, and schedule logic</li><li>Solid experience applying Earned Value Management (EVM) principles</li><li>Good working knowledge of NEC contracts (NEC3/NEC4)</li><li>Experience working on substation, power, or major infrastructure projects</li><li>Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and operate confidently on site</li><li>Strong stakeholder communication and reporting skills</li></ul><h3>Desirable Skills</h3><ul><li>Experience with progress measurement techniques and rules of credit</li><li>Knowledge of risk planning tools and schedule risk analysis</li><li>Background in power transmission, distribution, or energy infrastructure projects</li></ul><h3>Working Arrangement</h3><ul><li>3 days per week on site in Suffolk</li><li>Remaining days flexible / remote, subject to project requirements</li></ul>We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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