Research Project Manager (12-Month Contract) – Rail

Research Project Manager (12-Month Contract) – Rail

Location: London | Directorate: Projects

Our long-term trusting client who acts as an independent safety, standards, and research body for Great Britain’s rail network is hiring a Project Manager who has experience of managing research & standards change projects within the transportation sector. They are paying up to £54,300 to be based in London (near Fenchurch Street) on a hybrid basis for 12-month FTC + Health/Dental + 30 days holiday + Bonus and more.

We are seeking a Research Project Manager to design, develop, and deliver research projects (up to £200k in value), ensuring objectives are met on time, within budget, and to agreed quality standards. You will lead project teams, manage stakeholders and suppliers, and ensure outputs meet the needs of the industry.

What you’ll need:

A recognised project management qualification (e.g. APM PFQ) or equivalent experience is a must have
Experience managing research or standards-related projects is a must have
Proven track record in managing projects successfully, with strong attention to detail is a must have
Excellent stakeholder and supplier management skills is a must have
Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is a must have
Strong communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
Two stage interview process, VIA MS team to start ASAP.

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