BUSINESS FUNCTION: Programmes
GRADE:ML2/SB1
SALARY: 50211 - 55932
ROLE TYPE:Hybrid
HOURS:37 per week
LOCATION: York Leeds
Join Northern Trains Ltd (NTL)and play ern Trains Ltd (NTL)and play a key role in delivering safe high-quality and compliant construction projects across our rail network. Were looking for an experienced construction professional with a strong background in site management and a passion for safety quality and collaboration.
What youll do:
Oversee on-site activities to ensure full compliance with railway standards CDM regulations and company procedures.
Lead inspections monitor contractor performance and drive continuous improvement in safety and workmanship.
Support project delivery from design through to handover ensuring projects are completed safely on time and within budget.
Work closely with NTLs project commercial and stakeholder teams to ensure seamless coordination and minimal operational impact.
What youll bring:
Proven experience managing construction projects ideally within the rail industry.
Strong technical knowledge of CDM safety management systems and relevant UK/European standards.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills with a proactive safety-first mindset.
Professional membership (e.g. ICE CIOB) and relevant technical qualifications are highly desirable.
Why Northern
At Northern were not just building infrastructure were building better journeys for everyone. Join us and help shape the future of rail travel across the North.
Whats in it for you
At Northern we dont just value our people we go the extra mile to support them. Heres what you can look forward to:
- Free travel unlimited on Northern services for you and your family plus up to 75% discount on other UK and European networks.
- Generous pension we top up your contributions by 1.5 times.
- Enhanced family leave 9 months full pay for maternity leave 2 weeks full pay for paternity.
- Cycle to Work Scheme save up to 42% on a bike.
- Electric Car Scheme lease a brand-new EV or hybrid.
- Northern Perks discounts on shopping wellbeing and more.
- Holiday purchase scheme buy up to 5 extra days off.
- Training & career development tailored training recognised qualifications and clear career pathways.
- Recognition our Northern Lights and Northern Sparks awards celebrate everyday brilliance.
Why Northern
Weremore than just a train heartbeat of the North-connecting communities creating opportunities and driving sustainable growth. With 2500 trains running dailywereon a mission to improve rail travel and enhance the customer experience while protecting the environment.
Back in 1825 the first passenger train set off in the North of England after which rail quickly spread across the globe - and this yearwerecelebrating 200 years of the modern railway. As we look back on the historic events that led us here we also look towards the future as we move into the era of Great British Rail. Join us at this pivotal moment in rail history and play your part in our journey.
A place for everyone
The best journeys happen when everyone feels welcome on board.
At Northern wedontjust move people from A to B -werebuilding a teamwhere everyone feels they belong. Ourtalentteam can make reasonable adjustments to the process ifthatssomething you a Level 2 Disability Confident employer so if you meet theminimumcriteriafor the rolewellalways offer an interview.
We automate parts of our screening process to remove any unconscious bias and to make sure every application is treated fairly. All successful offers will be subject to aDBS check anda medical assessment.
No matter your background experience or whether you call it a bapbarm or cobtheresa place for you here in the railway.