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Who We AreThe Southern Renewals Enterprise (SRE) is responsible for delivering the Southern Region’s renewals programme across Control Periods 7 and 8 (2024-2034), representing an investment of approximately £9 billion.As part of SRE, the Southern Integrated Delivery (SID) brings together a fully integrated partnership between AtkinsRéalis, Network Rail, Octavius, VolkerFitzpatrick, and VolkerRail. By combining our collective expertise, capability, and innovation, we are committed to delivering a high-performing, sustainable renewals programme.Through true collaboration, shared accountability, and a focus on excellence, we work together to achieve outstanding outcomes and share in our success.About The RoleThe Electrification and Plant (E&P) Scheme Project Manager will work across the full portfolio of Network Rail’s E&P Delivery programmes. The role is responsible for managing the safe and effective delivery of projects, supporting the Project or Programme Manager to deliver key outputs that meet client requirements to time, cost, quality, and performance.Key AccountabilitiesAccountable for the delivery of Works Delivery E&P projects in a safe and environmentally responsible manner, in line with PACE, Network Rail standards, current legislation, and procedures, including HMRI guidance where appropriate.Work closely with Project Managers and teams to lead, inspire, and support successful project delivery aligned with Southern Renewal Enterprise (SRE) objectives and stakeholder needs.Manage and implement Construction Design Management (CDM) requirements to ensure regulatory compliance.Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams including commercial, programme controls, and engineering to develop solutions and maintain robust baseline plans through to project completion.Support the Project Manager in defining and maintaining project requirements, business cases, and lifecycle delivery, including benefits, costs, and risks.Manage stakeholders effectively, recognising different perspectives, levels of influence, and interests.Lead project reviews across the lifecycle, monitoring performance, risks (threats and opportunities), and progress, and implementing mitigations where required.Manage change control processes collaboratively with clients and contractors, ensuring alignment with Network Rail procedures and documentation standards.Salary: Band 4C (£43,588-£51,719) plus Inner London Allowance £3,270.Closing Date: 26 June 2026.Drugs And Alcohol StandardOur Drugs and Alcohol Standard has changed. All prospective candidates who have not been offered a conditional role will be required to undergo and pass a drugs and alcohol test. Your application will be rescinded if you record a positive test. All positive drugs and alcohol test results for prospective candidates will be securely held on Sentinel database and a 5 year suspension from applying for a safety critical role, a role which requires PTS certification or a Key Safety role on Network Rail Managed Infrastructure will be enforced.You can visit Evenbreaks Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you’re unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please add a note to your application.All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.We’re All About InclusionWe believe diversity drives better engineering. Whoever you are, however you identify, and whatever your background – you are welcome here. Bring your ideas, your voice, and your authentic self.If you need any reasonable adjustments or accessibility support, simply let us know in your application. You can also visit Evenbreak’s Career Hive for guidance.EssentialYour experience and skillsEducated to degree level in a relevant discipline or equivalent experienceMember of the Association for Project Management (APM) or equivalent, working towards chartered status or equivalentProven knowledge and application of Construction Design Management (CDM) regulationsStrong stakeholder engagement and communication skillsRelevant experience in project delivery, including contractingIn-depth knowledge and experience of project budget managementAbility to make effective, informed decisionsDemonstrated experience of safety management in project deliveryDetailed knowledge of Health and Safety legislationUnderstanding of Network Rail accident investigation processes and proceduresDesirableExperience within the rail industry, including application of PACEKnowledge of Network Rail’s project, investment, commercial, and procurement practicesExperience in risk identification, assessment, and mitigationFlexible and proactive approachA collaborative team player with a willingness to learn, contribute, and challenge constructivelyUnderstanding of Network Rail assets and their management