Project Manager
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The Project Manager will lead part of a major fright loco retrofit project for the UK rail industry, focusing on decarbonization and digitalization for Network Rail. They will oversee a delivery team, collaborating closely with the ETCS On Board and Engineering teams. Responsible for delivering project objectives on quality, costs, and time, they will work with various Siemens teams and suppliers to implement ETCS solutions for Freight Operating Companies. This role offers involvement in diverse project activities making it an excellent career growth opportunity in Siemens' global digital railway sector.
You’ll make an impact by ….
- Ensuring Health, Safety and Environmental requirements are complied with at all time (on site, in the office, when travelling), Promote the safety behavioural culture
- Taking a lead role in liaison with customer and Freight operators.
- Responsible for the delivery of specific work packages and support the other Project Managers and the Senior Project Manager with the delivery of the overall Programme
- Producing programme updates and monthly reports to both internal and external groups
- Implementing metrics to monitor and report on progress of activities
- Initiating and facilitating industry wide design reviews and briefings
- Working closely with the engineering team members in the UK and Germany, project groups, the lines of business and heads of technology throughout Siemens, to ensure that the project design solutions meet our customers’ needs now, and in the future
- Providing key input and ideas to help determine the most appropriate technical, product and commercial solutions within the given geographical and technical environment.
Your success will be grounded by …
- Proven experience of Project Management, ideally in a safety oriented industrial environment, of complex and high profile projects with a APM qualification or similar.
- Experience of working with installation and test teams to establish work programmes and tracking progress
- Review project management data for completeness and consistence
- Definition and monitoring of key performance indicators
- Production of high-quality reports
- Experience in managing subcontractors throughout the whole project lifecycle
- Strong and effective communicator at all levels within the business and in front of new and existing customers
- Experience of leading/participating in programme reviews with both the supply chain and the customer
- Proven experience of this type of role within the rail or similar industry of implementing ETCS and/or CBTC systems is desirable
You’ll benefit from...
At Siemens, we believe that work should work for you. We go beyond standard benefits to create an environment where our people feel supported, empowered and valued both professionally and personally.
Wellbeing: Flexible working, 24/7 Mental health support, Subsidised gym memberships, Subsidised Bupa healthcare, Enhanced sick pay
Financial: Match and More pension, Life assurance, Perks at Work discounts, Cycle to Work scheme, Annual Bonus
Family: Day-one maternity and paternity rights, Shared parental leave, Extra holidays for length of service, Generous time off - including volunteering days and sabbaticals
Personal Growth: Access to online learning, Support for external training and development opportunities, Inclusive culture promoting equality and belonging, Active employee networks, Opportunities to grow your skills and career
Siemens recognise that building a diverse workforce is critical to the success of our business. We strongly encourage applications from a diverse talent pool and welcome the opportunity to discuss flexibility requirements with our applicants to encourage agile working and innovation.
If you are successful in your application, you will receive a new contract detailing the standard terms, conditions and benefits associated with this role. Please note that this may impact any existing entitlements to legacy terms.
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