Project Manager
Make your mark with Colas Rail UK
At Colas Rail, differences matter. Join a team where being your authentic self is respected, encouraged, and vital to our success. At Colas Rail you'll be at home. You'll be welcomed into an inclusive team where there's a role for every talent - and a close-knit, familial culture. You will also get the opportunity to help us transform transportation, set new standards, and dare to be different.
This is true because...
- We value everyone as part of the same team.
- We treat everyone as equals - and everyone is approachable, from the CEO down.
- We put you in control of your career to lead and grow in any way you want.
- We have a culture of care, from safe working environments to diversity and inclusion.
- We're renowned for innovation, adopting new ideas, and daring to be different.
- We are building a more sustainable future and our projects impact infrastructure for generations.
About Us
Step into the world of Colas Rail, where a century of expertise merges with a daring spirit to shape the future of rail infrastructure.
At Colas Rail, we deliver transport solutions for sustainable mobility. We are a leading rail infrastructure business with on track plant and freight capabilities. As a subsidiary of the Colas Group, we are part of over a hundred years' experience in delivering major innovations across our sector. Every day, thousands of trains run on tracks built, designed, or maintained by Colas Rail.
Leading by our values
Our Care, Share and Dare values are at the heart of everything we do. These values feed into our main strategies and accompany us daily in realising our ambitions.
We care for our employees' well-being and safety, fostering a culture of inclusivity and support.
We share a passion for excellence, celebrating achievements and nurturing talent.
We dare to push boundaries, embracing challenges and driving innovation in every endeavour.
Even if you don't meet every requirement, please don't rule yourself out, we still encourage you to apply if your skills, values, and experience align to the role.
Purpose of the Role
The Project Manager will be responsible for the management of new and reconfigured depot sidings and associated building extensions and internal enhancements to the existing depot building. The role will involve interaction with West Midland Combined Authority’s (WMCA) Project Manager, WMCA’s Depot Interface Manager, WMCA’s third party designers and Midland Metro Limited, the operators of the depot.
Person Specification
Desired Qualifications:
- Construction / Engineering related Degree
- CSCS Card
- SMSTS
- First Aid
Knowledge and Experience
- Knowledge of safety, quality and environmental procedures.
- Design and construction knowledge of building, light rail and general construction.
- Knowledge of commercial and financial procedures.
- People management.
- Experience of managing multi-disciplinary project teams.
- Experience of delivering within an effective safety culture in a high-risk environment.
- Experience of project delivery in a live operational Rail Depot environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver siding and building extensions and enhancements in a safe and environmentally responsible manner.
- Manage and lead MMA’s teams through construction, testing and commissioning stages of the project.
- Lead on subcontractor tendering and assist the commercial team with appointing strategic delivery partners.
- Manage the Wednesbury depot building extensions and OMC maintenance facility enhancements to cost, time and quality through specialist supply chain contractors.
- Liaising with internal MMA teams, source plant, labour, materials and specialist contractors for sidings and associated works to cost, time and quality.
- Working with WMCA’s Project Manager and Depot Interface Manager reduce impacts on metro operations, so far as is reasonably practicable, during the works.
- Continuously look to optimise working methods. Learn and share lessons and best practice with MMA and WMCA teams.
- Develop strong effective working relationships with WMCA, WMCA’s designers, Midland Metro Limited and other key stakeholders ensuring they are suitably consulted and informed throughout the project lifecycle.
- Manage change and adjustment event requests, in accordance with MMA procedures and processes.
- Manage all project risks, in accordance with MMA procedures and processes.
- As you will expect the organisation may change from time to time and you will be expected to meet the operational requirements.
- Any other reasonable duties as required from time to time.
What We Offer
- Competitive Salary
- 26 days Annual Leave
- Industry leading Life Assurance
- Healthcare Cash Plan
- Wellbeing Employee Assistant Programme
- Pension Scheme
- Eye Care Vouchers
- Long Service Award
- Season Ticket Loan
- Occupational Health Service
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe that diversity drives innovation and creativity, and we actively seek to create an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Regardless of background, disability, age, race, religion, or gender, everyone is welcome at Colas Rail.
We strive to promote equity and eliminate discrimination, actively seeking to create a workforce reflective of communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, offering flexible and inclusive adjustments to the interview process.
We are proudly part of the Disability Confidence Scheme, and as such we operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme if you meet the minimum requirements.
Join us in making a positive impact! Apply and be part of a team that values diversity and embraces unique perspectives.
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