Egis is a global consulting and engineering firm working in construction, transport and mobility services. Joining our Group and its 18,000 employees means, above all, sharing our values as a people-first company, strongly committed to sustainability and innovation.

In the UK, we are delivering some of the most iconic projects which help connect people, protect our environment and meet emission reduction targets. We work in the transport and energy sectors, providing consultancy, engineering and operations services for clients such as major airports, governments, regulators, cities and rail and road operators.

With over 50 years of experience in the rail industry, we’ve delivered complex and challenging multidisciplinary projects all over the world. Our expertise extends to depots, operations, maintenance analytics and asset management across all aspects of rail, including transport, technical and sustainability assessments and systems infrastructure.

About the role

We are seeking experienced Rail Scheme Project Managers to join our London based Engineering Consultancy Services Business Unit to safely deliver £10-100m portfolios of challenging rail infrastructure projects, for clients such as Network Rail, Transport for London, HS2, Train Operating Companies etc. You will be working with a high performing team and will be instrumental in the growth of Egis. These roles are permanent positions working on a hybrid basis.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and manage a portfolio of non-complex or packages throughout the complete project lifecycle.
• Responsible for providing a clear vision and team direction by leading a high-performing team
• Responsible for compliance with relevant health and safety legislation and championing the Health and Safety culture, resolving arising issues or escalating as appropriate and ensuring safe delivery in line with the corporate safety vision.
• Accountable for complex internal and external stakeholder engagement/management. Agree project requirements with the Project Sponsor to ensure that business objectives are met.
• Propose and agree contract strategy with key internal stakeholders. Produce Invitation to Tender documentation and manage procurement events to secure all necessary contracts for successful portfolio delivery.
• Lead on post contract management, including management of early warnings, contract change and change control.
• Retain full control of project programmes, interrogate supply chain programmes and challenge slippage. Work collaboratively to develop and implement mitigation measures.
• Responsible for the day-to-day management of project governance, reporting and control structures, with issues, risks and decisions escalated through the agreed Governance arrangements as appropriate.

Profile

• Rail experience is essential

• Member of the Association of Project Management (or equivalent).

• A degree or equivalent.

• Relevant experience in project management and delivering complex rail projects.

• Experience implementing GRIP, PACE, Pathway or other project management methodologies.

• NEC3 contract administration experience.

• Ability to interrogate project programmes (P6 and/or MSP)

• Financial management/control experience

• Right to work in the UK

You must have the Right to work in the UK

What's in it for you:

By joining Egis, as well as receiving a competitive salary, you’ll also have the opportunity to explore flexible working arrangements.

27 days’ annual leave rising 1 day a year (up to 28 days a year) on top of bank holidays

• Annual Bonus 
• Private medical insurance 
• Life Assurance Bereavement Support Service
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Eye Care Vouchers 
• Travel Loans
• Mobile Phone Allowance 
• Workplace Nursery Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme
• Training & Development

We are committed to our planet

In each project we design, engineer and operate we care deeply about the legacy we’re leaving behind. As part of our team, you’ll have a unique opportunity to use your skills and expertise to shape a better future for our communities in the UK, and all around the globe.

Our commitment is translated in the work carried out by our Egis Foundation, which funds concrete actions to address the climate crisis and is focused on educational and social initiatives that will help in the responsible and sustainable shift towards a sustainable world.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion 

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. If you decide to apply for an opportunity with us, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and every one’s contribution as this builds our culture and means that if you work with us, you will be included, listened to, and respected.