Capital Works Project Manager (12 months FTC)
Capital Works Project Manager (12 months FTC)
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Job Description
Join our team at Keolis Amey Metrolink (KAM) the largest light rail network in the UK!
We are seeking a dynamic and experiencedCapital Works Project Managerto join the team on a 12 month fixed term to lead the delivery of infrastructure renewal and enhancement projects across the Metrolink network. Our Capital Works Project Managers play a critical role in delivering a wide range of capital works supporting TfGM to deliver strategic system upgrades and manage 3rd party developers in an asset protection role.
Our capital works pipeline encompasses a diverse range of projects including lift renewals and on-stop upgrades track and overhead line renewals digital system upgrades and civil infrastructure enhancements. Additionally we deliver rolling stock upgrade projects to enhance tram reliability enhance the customer experience and make our iconic fleet of trams fit for the future.
You will play a pivotal role in managing the full project lifecyclefrom concept and design through to construction and handover ensuring projects are delivered safely on time within budget and to the highest quality standards.
So If you would love to join the team within Manchesters iconic Metrolink what are you waiting for we cant wait to hear from you!
Key accountabilities will include:
- Lead on the full cycle of key KAM-led projects project change and the full interface management of the Metrolink Capital Works Programme
- Ensure full compliance with the KAM Project Management System (PMS) including completion of all necessary progress and projects documentation
- Take ownership of cost tracking and budget management of allocated projects
- Engage with key Internal and external stakeholders providing appropriate documentation and reporting for the effective management of assigned projects
- Work with the HSQE team to Identify document and manage project related risks
- Deliver outcomes that promotes a customer centric approach to ways of working
- Contribute to the delivery of a high performing team
- Ensure compliance with relevant policies regulations and standards
- Ensure own health safety and wellbeing in the workplace ensuring the zero harm principles and just culture is demonstrated in all ways of working
What youll bring:
- Hold a relevant qualification in engineering construction transport or project management or demonstrable relevant project management experience in a technical environment
- Have undertaken formal Project Management training (ideally holding recognised PM certification e.g. APM PRINCE2 etc.).
- Previous Project Management experience (within the heavy or light rail industry desirable)
- Hold a full UK driving licence
- Competently produce formal projects documentation
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build effective working relationships and influencing others
- Effective decision maker able to demonstrate an analytical approach to achieving goals
- Excellent problem solver and ability to work well under pressure
- Strong presentation and report writing skills
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Passionate about Health and safety innovation and overcoming barriers and driving change
- Strong relationship building & stakeholder engagement skills
- Flexible approach you can adapt to your situation to get the best results
- Results focused with a passion for delivering projects on time and working as part of an awesome team
What we will offer you:
- A salary of 63000 - 70000 (depending on experience)
- Full time on a 12 month fixed term contract
- Free Tram Travel for all our colleagues plus a sponsored pass for an immediate family member
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Access to Amazing Discounts at major retailers including Asda Currys PC World John Lewis and many more.
- Family Friendly Policies including enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
- Wellbeing Support including a free counselling health checks and Employee Assistance Programme.
- Supporting your development focusing on career pathways and professional fees covered if required for role.
The closing date for applications: 24 June 2025
Depending on the level of applications for this role we may close the advert earlier therefore we encourage you to submit your application early.
What we will need to check:
If you are successful we will need to complete several pre-employment checks prior to you starting. These include.
- Proof of address.
- Evidence of right to work in the UK.
- References from previous employment or studies from the last 3 years
- Pre-employment medical (level subject to role).
- Criminal Records self-declaration check in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974).
Our Commitment to you:
At KAM we celebrate the diversity of our customers communities and colleagues and strive for a workforce which is equitable inclusive and representative of the communities we serve and we strongly encourage applicants of all genders ages ethnicities cultures abilities and sexual orientation to apply. We look forward to receiving your application.
We live our values of We Care We Commit We Imagine through our behaviours and we strongly believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and create an environment where individuals can imagine that anything is possible. We care about our people and we fully commit to creating an inclusive environment where our people feel valued respected and empowered to thrive.
To ensure you are given the best opportunity to succeed in the recruitment process please let us know if you will require any support or reasonable adjustments. You can contact our team here .
The Company
KeolisAmey Metrolink (KAM) is the largest light rail network in the UK. Growing and evolving since first opening in 1992. Metrolink have so far expanded to 103km of track 99 stops and 147 trams with a target of 52 million yearly passengers by the end of 2022.
We recognise and celebrate the diversity of our customers communities and colleagues and strive for a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve and society at large.
The Year 2020
The Benefits
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