Project Manager (Signalling & Control Systems)

Project Manager – Rail Infrastructure (Signalling & Control Systems) Contract

Contract Type: Outside IR35
Location: UK (Hybrid working, with site visits as required)
Sector: Rail Infrastructure – Signalling & Control Systems
Duration: 12 months initially (likely extension)

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the delivery of the complex Control, Command, and Signalling (CCS) work packages on a major UK high‑speed rail programme. This role is ideal for a proven rail professional with hands‑on experience delivering signalling or digital railway projects, who can operate effectively within a high‑profile, multi‑stakeholder environment.

The position sits outside IR35 and requires an individual capable of taking full ownership of delivery, governance, contractor management, and programme controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of assigned CCS / signalling workstreams within the HS2 programme.
• Oversee project governance, risk management, schedule development, and progress reporting.
• Coordinate interfaces across engineering, systems integration, assurance, and construction teams.
• Manage suppliers and delivery partners to ensure alignment with requirements, milestones, and safety standards.
• Drive project controls including cost tracking, change management, and reporting to senior leadership.
• Ensure compliance with relevant railway standards, technical specifications, and programme-wide assurance processes.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to resolve engineering, integration, and delivery challenges.

Essential Experience

• Strong background in rail project management with a focus on signalling, CCS, ETCS, digital railway, or major railway systems delivery.
• Demonstrable track record in managing complex, multi-disciplinary infrastructure or systems integration projects.
• Proven experience working with Tier 1 contractors, engineering consultancies, or major rail clients.
• Familiarity with UK rail standards, safety processes, and assurance frameworks.
• Excellent stakeholder management capability across technical, commercial, and governance functions.

Desirable

• Experience on high‑speed rail programmes or major national/regional signalling upgrades.
• Understanding of European/UK CCS, traffic management systems, or operational control systems.
• Background in delivering projects within regulated, safety‑critical environments.