Signalling & Telecoms (S&T) provide cost-effective engineering solutions for railway signalling projects throughout the UK.
As a team we manage the full project life cycle and complete all aspects of design, project engineering, installation, testing, commissioning and maintenance support, across all signalling technologies, equipment and systems.
We also provide design, supply, install and test services for operational and lineside telecommunication renewals, either as a single discipline provider, or as part of multidisciplinary project, to ensure end-to-end connectivity. We also offer these capabilities for station information and security systems.
We are currently working on a number of contracts some examples of which include the S&T Framework for NW&C, SP&C Framework in Scotland, TransPennine Route upgrade (TRue) and Train Control System Framework (TCSF) for provision of ETCS.
We have a great opportunity for a Trainee Project Manager to work on our SP&C contract based in Glasgow.
Reporting to our Senior Project Manager- Telecoms you will learn and develop your capabilities to assist with the successful and safe delivery of a wide range of projects.
You will be developed to be able to assist the Project Manager’s in the following areas:
* Management of the project programme
* Controlling of Projects to tender budgets
* Reporting on Risk & Opportunity Management
* Commercial and progress reporting to the management team
* Oversee health and safety by ensuring that all work is delivered in compliance with all relevant standards and procedures
* Monitor work progressed against the programme and specification. Initiate changes to correct deficiencies and advise on possible variations to orders and claims.
About you
A skilled communicator with strong organisational ability, you will excel at working to deadlines and possess a proactive, ‘can-do’ approach to both your own work and in how you manage others.
Holding or working towards a professional project management qualification and experience of working within the rail industry would be advantageous. Training and development will be provided to support growth and progression in the role.
Why work with us?
VolkerRail is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.
By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerRail are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.
We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.
We offer a range of benefits, including:
* Competitive salary
* Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
* Pension
* Life Assurance
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
* Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
* Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity benefits
* Employee Assistance programme
* Mental health, physical health, and financial support
Fairness, inclusion and respect
We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.
Additional information
VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
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