Senior Project Manager - Rail

Are you an experienced Project Manager with infrastructure experience? Are you experience in handling multiple projects? TXM Recruit are working in partnership with a high-profile railway client. They are expanding…

Hybrid Engineering
Pay rate £700/day
Contract type Contract
Posted 14 October 2026

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About this contract

Are you an experienced Project Manager with infrastructure experience?
Are you experience in handling multiple projects?

TXM Recruit are working in partnership with a high-profile railway client. They are expanding their projects and are looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join their team located in West Midlands on a 12-month contract. This role is paying up to £700 per day.

Managing infrastructure upgrades of one or more train maintenance depot, ensuring the smooth execution and delivery of contract scope, to cost and to time. Managing the contractor, client and end user relationships and ensuring the daily operation of the depot can continue whilst works are ongoing.

About the role:
Deliver projects safely, to time, cost and quality applying robust project lifecycle methodologies such as APM or PRINCE 2.
Provide a professional and effective project management service, including project governance and reporting in accordance within required processes and timelines.
Be responsible for project development, including project scope, goals and milestones and definition of project team roles.
Establish and implement the project plan, including schedule of all tasks, key milestones and resource management.
Manage project teams and maintain effective collaborative working between internal colleagues and external contractors.
Track project progress and provide regular reports to stakeholders.
Develop and maintain effective governance including technical working groups and Executive steering groups.
Manage project risks including financial, reputational, quality, environmental and health and safety, and escalate issues effectively.
Monitor project budgets and report costs against forecast spend profiles.
Ensure that value for money is achieved when delivering projects.
Facilitate lessons learnt reviews at project completion.
Ensure project outcomes align with the clients strategic objectives.
Ensure the client remains compliant with relevant changes in regulation and legislation.
Maintain own professional development in project management.What we require?
Chartered Engineer or similar level of qualifications and proven work experience
Experienced in delivering projects using APM or PRINCE2
Knowledge of Contracts and Contract Management, specifically NEC4 Contract
Experience in using recognised contract management techniques (e.g. CEMAR)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Familiarity with project management software and financial systems is advantageous.Main Details:
Job Title: Senior Project Manager (Rail)
Salary: up to £700 per day
Contract: 12 Month Contract (potential to extend)
Hours of Work: Hybrid based, with some potential head office and site visits required, as necessary.
Location: West Midlands, Birmingham

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an exciting, friendly, and fast paced team, delivering essential services.

TXM Recruit is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any specific requirements or require assistance or reasonable adjustments to be made for you during the selection process due to disability or long-term health condition, we will do our best to assist you.

If you want to register your interest and apply, please contact me on the below:
Miren Chauhan
Delivery Consultant
Email: (url removed)
Mob: (phone number removed)
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