About the job

Description

Project Manager – Rail Procurement Programme

Part-time | 4 - 6 Month Contract | £500 – £550 /day

Are you a seasoned Project Manager who thrives on complexity, collaboration, and delivering results that matter? Here’s your chance to lead a high-profile, multi-operator rail procurement programme – shaping the future of UK train services.

The Role

We’re looking for a Project Manager to drive a collaborative train procurement initiative. You’ll be at the heart of decision-making, balancing diverse perspectives, and ensuring multiple organisations align on a shared strategy.

Key workstreams include:

• Setting the delivery programme and pace
• Developing procurement strategy with expert advisors
• Leading technical requirements for new rolling stock
• Engaging additional stakeholders across the network
• Coordinating maintenance and depot strategy across operators

What You’ll Do

• Lead workshops and facilitate collaboration across multiple operators and government bodies
• Keep the programme on track with structure, accountability, and pragmatic problem-solving
• Manage senior stakeholders and ensure buy-in across organisations
• Balance detailed technical discussions with broader programme objectives

What We’re Looking For

• 8+ years’ project management experience, ideally with train procurement or rolling stock projects
• Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Flexible, pragmatic, outcome-focused approach to frameworks and processes
• Comfortable leading workshops, managing advisors, and keeping multiple workstreams on track
• Available 2–2.5 days/week with some travel to Bristol and London for workshops

Why This Role?

This is a rare opportunity to lead a collaborative, high-impact programme that will shape the UK rail landscape. You’ll work with a friendly, pragmatic team, navigate complex challenges, and make a visible difference to the success of the programme.