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Project Planner - IP
Network Rail
Develop and manage project schedules for railway engineering projects.
8d ago
£43,588 - £51,719
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
40,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction
Asset management
Systems engineering
Design
Operations & Maintenance
Consulting
Project management
Sector Specialisms
Marketing
Human Resources
IT
Logistics
Project Management
Finance
Property
Legal
Role
What you would be doing
risk log
quality plan
performance reporting
contractor monitoring
schedule management
work breakdown
- Input the planning issues into the project’s critical issues risk log.Review planning risks and monitor whether the risk register is updated accordingly.
- Develop the appropriate quality plan / schedule in line with the project scheduling principles and processes.
- Report actual performance and variance against plan and forecast outcomes.Highlight key milestone and critical path issues to members of the team, provide an assessment of the impact of such issues and recommend solutions to correct the position.
- Identify key resource requirements and monitor that these are properly booked and availability is maintained.
- Monitor and audit contractor plans. Monitor contractor’s planning processes so that they comply with Network Rail procedure requirements.
- Interrogate contractor’s statement of progress for schedule adherence and payment purposes.
- Interact and become a key member of the project delivery team providing a quality service to support the effective delivery of the project.
- Providing extra equipment or assistance For example, we can provide sign language interpreters and support workers where needed. Alternative document formats can be made available.
- Interact and support the effective information sharing / collection with all the project stakeholders in an appropriate manner.
- Monitor and progress the plan / schedule and make changes as required.Develop recovery schedules and contingency plans in order to meet changed objectives as necessary.
- Prepare a project work breakdown structure and plan / schedule which is capable of delivering the project objectives and providing effective project performance measurement and reporting.
What you bring
railway planning
six sigma
professional membership
project scheduling
engineering projects
railway engineering
- Knowledge of railway investment planning systems.
- Understanding of the engineering requirements of work on the railway.
- Six Sigma Yellow Belt.
- Membership of a relevant professional body.
- Experience of using a number of project management scheduling tools & techniques.
- Relevant experience in the successful scheduling of engineering projects.
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Training + DevelopmentInformation not given or found
Interview process
- competency based interview
- shortlisted candidates contacted by phone or email
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Security clearance- all offers conditional upon satisfactory pre‑employment checks
- drugs and alcohol test required for safety‑critical roles
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Company
Overview
20,000 miles of track
Rail Network Span
The extensive railway infrastructure it manages spans over 20,000 miles, ensuring connectivity across the UK.
30,000 bridges
Managed Structures
Operates and maintains over 30,000 bridges to ensure safe rail passage for trains and passengers.
- Responsible for managing the country’s railway infrastructure, playing a vital role in the UK's transport system.
- Ensures the safe passage of trains through its management of critical railway assets.
- Origins date back to 2002, when the rail infrastructure was brought into public ownership.
- Based in Milton Keynes, it is a crucial player in delivering major transportation projects.
- Typical projects include track renewal, station modernization, and large-scale electrification efforts.
- Oversees one of the world’s most complex and busiest rail networks, with significant investment in improving connectivity across the UK.
- Focuses on maintaining safety and operational efficiency through cutting-edge technology and engineering solutions.
- Collaborates with train operators and local authorities to ensure seamless travel experiences for passengers.
- Delivers the High Speed 2 (HS2) project, set to revolutionize rail travel in the UK.
- Committed to improving sustainability and reducing the environmental impact of rail transport.
- Safety first, always.
- We value people’s ideas, energy and drive.
- We are responsible, dependable and accountable.
- We are better together, we collaborate, share knowledge and support each other.
- We challenge ourselves to deliver outstanding performance.
- We are committed to doing the right thing.
50% Reduction
Carbon Emissions Target
The company aims to reduce its carbon emissions by half by 2025 compared to 2017 levels.
Net Zero 2050
Carbon Neutrality Goal
The company is committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
- Increasing use of renewable energy across operations.
- Promoting low-carbon technologies, including electrification of rail networks.
- Investing in green innovation and sustainable rail infrastructure.
- Commitment to reducing waste, with a focus on reusing and recycling materials.
- Developing and implementing nature-based solutions to enhance biodiversity.
40% Women
Senior Leadership Target
Aiming for 40% of women in senior leadership roles by 2025 to achieve greater gender balance.
- Rolling out initiatives to support career progression for all employees, particularly women and ethnic minorities.
- Ongoing leadership development programs focused on building a more inclusive workplace.
- Increasing the representation of women in technical roles.
- Diversifying recruitment efforts, including targeting underrepresented groups.
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