Project Manager

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. Build and maintain detailed project plans, critical path timelines, and resource schedules using project management software such as MS Project and Jira .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeUnited KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £45,000 - £60,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex technical projects and deployments, with a focus on stakeholder management and operational outcomes. Proficient in utilizing project management tools to ensure successful rollouts and training delivery across various operational environments.

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Project ManagementStakeholder ManagementComplex Technical Project ManagementDeployment RolloutsTraining Program Development

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningRisk ManagementScope ControlPerformance MeasurementReport Writing

Soft Skills

Proactive Problem SolvingHigh OwnershipEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

MS ProjectJira

Certifications & Qualifications

PRINCE2PMPAPM

Industry Keywords

RailTransportLogisticsInfrastructure

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and maintain detailed project plans, critical path timelines, and resource schedules using project management software such as MS Project and Jira
Track risks, manage dependencies, resolve delivery blockers, and maintain scope control across parallel client deployments
Lead live implementations and on-the-ground rollouts at operational sites
Support deployments at depots, hubs, or shift-based operations, including occasional weekend, bank holiday, or overnight shifts when rollouts go live
Develop and deliver training programs for different end-user cohorts
Take ownership of project issues and find creative, pragmatic solutions to deployment roadblocks
Measure deployment progress and operational outcomes
Write structured reports demonstrating project performance, ROI, and key insights to client stakeholders
Align cross-functional teams and ensure technology delivers value in live operational environments

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven track record managing complex technical projects, deployments, or system rollouts end-to-end
High ownership, proactive, and comfortable creating structure in fast-paced environments with shifting priorities
Exceptional stakeholder management skills, able to speak the language of engineers, enterprise leads, and frontline operations
Full UK Driving Licence, essential for visiting client operational sites across regions
Prior project experience in rail, transport, logistics, or infrastructure sectors is a major advantage
Degree or professional qualifications in Project Management (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP, APM), Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline
Understanding of how project outcomes tie into client retention, expansion, and long-term account value