Project Planner for Rail Infrastructure

We are seeking a dynamic and driven leader to take on the role of Director for our Rail & Transit Sector. In this pivotal position, you will leverage your extensive experience in infrastructure management, business development, and project delivery to spearhead our growth initiatives. Your deep understanding of the Rail market, alongside your insight into the social, political, and economic factors influencing it, will be key to our strategic success. You will excel in leading diverse teams in a fast-paced environment, overseeing the planning, design, and execution of major projects while driving performance improvements through data analysis. Your commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion will help foster a workplace where all talents and backgrounds are valued and celebrated.Key Responsibilities:Strategic Leadership & Market DirectionGuide strategic direction for the Rail & Transit market to align with AECOM’s objectives at both UK and global levels.Monitor and analyze market trends, policy changes, and investment opportunities to identify paths for growth.Position AECOM as the leading provider of rail and transit advisory, design, and delivery services.Client & Relationship ManagementAct as the regional leader for Rail & Transit, collaborating with global peers to ensure consistent market strategies and client satisfaction.Coordinate team formations for bids and project mobilization.Work with teams to assess Rail & Transit opportunities over various timeframes to inform strategic planning.Develop and sustain senior relationships with key clients and stakeholders.Act as an executive sponsor for critical client accounts and partnerships.Enhance strategic engagement with clients, establishing AECOM as a trusted partner.Ensure comprehensive account management plans are in place for top-tier clients.Maintain the integrity of sector data within Salesforce to ensure actionable opportunity pipelines.Business Development & Work AcquisitionEngage proactively in work acquisition, fostering relationships with key clients and industry stakeholders to build a robust pipeline.Develop the market in collaboration with regional and global transport leaders to drive growth.

Join our dynamic team at Ramboll as a Rail Buildings Associate/Director, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of rail infrastructure. This is an exceptional opportunity for seasoned professionals who are passionate about delivering high-quality projects and driving innovation in the rail sector.

Join Our Innovative Team at QuantexaAre you passionate about driving improvement and innovation? At Quantexa, we thrive on this ambition every day. Our culture of exploration and creativity empowers us to forge meaningful relationships with our clients, enabling transformative changes across their industries. Our commitment to diversity is reflected in our workforce, where 41% of our colleagues come from ethnic or religious minority backgrounds, and we proudly communicate in over 20 languages across 50+ nationalities.Be Part of Our Journey Towards the Future!Your Role:As the UK Defence Sales Director, you will play a pivotal role in advancing our mission within the National Security and Defence sector. Your focus will be on promoting innovation and facilitating the effective use of data to empower operational and business decisions that are timely, accurate, and reliable. You will collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance existing partnerships and cultivate new ones, significantly impacting our EMEA Public Sector team.Key Responsibilities:Collaborate closely with the VP of EMEA Public Sector and other leaders to develop and implement the sales strategy for the UK Defence Sector.Consistently achieve sales targets and contribute to the overall growth of the business.Utilize a combination of hunting and farming approaches to nurture a robust sales pipeline and secure new clients.Engage with cross-functional teams including Solutions Engineers, Marketing, Delivery, and Technology Account Partners to drive success.

Join Version 1 as the Director of Business Development for the UK Public Sector, where you will spearhead our growth initiatives and drive strategic partnerships. This role requires a visionary leader who can navigate the complexities of the public sector and foster relationships that lead to impactful solutions.Your responsibilities will include identifying new business opportunities, developing innovative strategies tailored for the public sector, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance service delivery. We are looking for someone who is passionate about public service and has a proven track record in business development.

Join AECOM as the Director of Rail & Major Programmes Architecture, where you will lead innovative architectural solutions for significant transportation projects. In this crucial role, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the successful delivery of high-profile rail initiatives. Your leadership will drive excellence in design, stakeholder engagement, and project execution, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Job Title: Highways & Streets Sector Lead (UK & Ireland)Location: UK & Ireland (Flexible / Major Hub)Reports to: Managing Director – Regional Business Line LeaderJoin AECOM's Transport Sector team, where we are at the forefront of transformational changes in the infrastructure landscape. Our experts are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that address the complex challenges faced by our clients, ensuring communities have access to safe, reliable, and sustainable transportation systems. We are modernizing transportation infrastructures, implementing new technologies, and delivering cutting-edge projects including high-speed rail systems.About the Role:AECOM seeks a dynamic Highways & Streets Sector Director to lead our strategic vision and market direction across the UK. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for developing sector strategies, driving sustainable growth, fortifying client relationships, and ensuring the successful execution of complex, multidisciplinary Highways & Streets programs.As a market leader and trusted advisor, you will collaborate closely with technical, commercial, and delivery teams to position AECOM as a leader in the UK Highways & Streets sector.We are looking for an innovative and inclusive leader who will drive our growth in the Highways & Streets sector throughout the UK & Ireland. Your leadership will be essential in shaping our strategies and operations for future success, bringing new technical direction and value to our clients and projects. You will also be instrumental in fostering a culture of digital innovation within our organization.The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge and commercial insight into the Highways & Streets sector, along with a strong familiarity with the latest digital tools and innovations. You will be recognized within the industry and serve as our brand ambassador across the region. Your ability to lead teams, cultivate effective relationships with clients, and navigate the engineering challenges associated with Highways & Streets projects will be critical for success.About You:You are a motivated, organized, and proactive leader with a proven track record of leading and expanding infrastructure businesses, driving business development, overseeing major projects, and implementing strategic initiatives. Your deep understanding of the Highways & Streets market, alongside your awareness of the social, political, and economic factors that influence it, will be vital to our collective success.

We are seeking a strategic and dynamic Group Director of Business Leadership (Media) to cover maternity leave on a fixed-term contract basis. This pivotal role involves leading a diverse team to enhance business performance within the media sector. You will be instrumental in shaping our strategic direction and ensuring the delivery of innovative solutions to our clients.The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of the media landscape, and a proven track record of driving business growth. You will work closely with key stakeholders to optimize client engagements and foster long-term relationships.

Join Egis Group as a Senior Rail Planner and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of rail infrastructure. In this exciting position, you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic planning initiatives that enhance rail services and improve operational efficiency. Your expertise will contribute to high-impact projects that make a tangible difference in transportation.

About WPPWPP serves as a trusted growth partner for leading global brands. We leverage exceptional talent, reliable data and insights, and premier partnerships—integrated through our innovative marketing platform, WPP Open—to help clients navigate change, seize opportunities, and achieve transformational growth.WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media unit, unifying media, data, and partnerships to deliver personalized creative solutions at scale. By harnessing WPP Open and driven by Open Intelligence, our clients gain clear visibility into the effectiveness of their media investments.For more information, visit wppmedia.com.Position: Associate Director, Global Operations Client LeadershipReports to: Global Head of Brand MediaThe RoleThis is a remarkable opportunity for a dynamic and innovative media professional to emerge as a trusted partner for clients and a pivotal leader within the WPP family.Joining the global adidas team, you will play a crucial role in executing one of the industry's most exciting media transformation projects. Your primary objective will be to support our global and local teams, ensuring that we effectively meet demands by optimizing tools, offering guidance, and streamlining both internal and external processes.Why This Role is Exciting:Collaborate with one of the world's most iconic sports brands.Engage with a diverse and international team across WPP and adidas on a global scale.Have the opportunity to establish a world-class operations function that sets industry benchmarks.

Join AECOM as an Associate Director - Lead Design Engineer in the Water Sector, where you will play a crucial role in delivering innovative engineering solutions. You will lead a talented team, overseeing design projects that contribute to sustainable water management. Your expertise will drive the development of cutting-edge designs, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.

About Baringa Partners Baringa Partners is a global consulting firm working with leaders across industries to drive transformation and deliver measurable value. With more than 2,000 professionals in the UK, Europe, North America, Asia, and Australia, Baringa brings together international reach and local knowledge. The firm supports clients in sectors such as energy and resources, financial services, government and public sector, consumer products and retail, pharmaceuticals and life sciences, manufacturing, and technology, media, and telecommunications. Baringa’s services include strategy development, transformation programs, and operational improvement, supported by technology, data analytics, artificial intelligence, and digital innovation. Baringa is recognized for its collaborative approach and commitment to client success. Teams work closely with clients to address challenges like reshaping energy markets, modernizing financial systems, expanding digital networks, enabling government digital services, and supporting growth in consumer sectors. The firm’s culture emphasizes compassion, curiosity, and a shared focus on results. Baringa is certified as a Great Place to Work globally, has received recognition from the Financial Times in 22 categories of its UK Leading Management Consultants rankings, and has been named by Forbes as one of the World’s Best Management Consulting Firms for four years in a row. Role Overview: Director of Transport The Government practice at Baringa is seeking a Director to join the Transport team. This position is based in London or can be remote within the United Kingdom. Baringa is growing its Transport practice and seeks a senior leader to help shape the future of mobility. The Director of Transport (Technical) will bring deep rail expertise, a strong interest in new technologies, and the commercial skills needed to build and grow a market-leading business. This leadership role suits someone who combines technical depth with curiosity and thrives where innovation, infrastructure, and transformation meet.

Role overview Turner Townsend is hiring a Risk Manager with a background in rail to support risk management on infrastructure projects in London. This position centers on collaborating with project teams to spot, assess, and manage risks at every stage of the project lifecycle. The Risk Manager plays a key role in helping projects reach completion on time and with safety as a priority. Regular interaction with stakeholders and team members is expected to keep risk strategies aligned with project goals. What you will do Work with project teams to identify and evaluate potential risks Develop and implement risk mitigation plans Monitor risks throughout the project lifecycle Support safe and successful project delivery Requirements Experience in risk management within rail or related infrastructure projects Strong communication and collaboration skills Ability to assess and address risks proactively

Pension Insurance Corporation (PIC) is dedicated to providing secure retirement incomes through expert risk management and outstanding asset and liability management, complemented by exceptional customer service. Our mission is to ensure the pensions of our current and future policyholders are paid reliably.We are excited to announce an opening in our Origination department for the position of Head of Transition Programme Management. This newly established role is integral to our Transitions function, responsible for overseeing the management and execution of transition projects for our clients. The position focuses on implementing efficient project management processes, adhering to high standards of governance, and ensuring cost reduction and risk mitigation while maximizing value across the organization.This role requires building and nurturing strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, including key internal departments such as Operations, Origination, Finance, IT, and Risk Management, as well as external parties including Administration and Legal teams. Your efforts will be crucial in ensuring that transition processes meet our commitments to clients and add quality to our operations.You will collaborate closely with our Co-Heads of Transition Management to drive effective business outcomes related to systems, processes, and technology enhancements, ensuring that our brand reputation and market position are continually strengthened.Key Responsibilities:Programme Leadership: Lead and manage a programme with multiple concurrent client-facing transition projects, ensuring seamless delivery and oversight.Project Governance: Develop and uphold robust project governance frameworks, including reporting and documentation, in alignment with internal standards.Escalation Management: Serve as the primary escalation contact for clients and transition managers, providing professional and responsive service to meet or exceed expectations.Planning and Scheduling: Supervise comprehensive programme planning, project scheduling, and resource allocation to ensure timely delivery across all workstreams.Budget Management: Oversee the overall programme budget (multi-million pounds), including tracking individual project costs, forecasting, and reporting to ensure financial accountability.Stakeholder Management: Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders and external partners to align project objectives with available financial and human resources.Risk and Issue Management: Proactively identify and manage programme risks and issues, ensuring effective mitigation strategies are in place.

Join Version 1 as a Service Transition Project Manager and lead the successful transition of services to new operational environments. In this dynamic role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project delivery and customer satisfaction.Your expertise in project management will be vital as you navigate challenges and drive continuous improvement initiatives. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional service and managing complex projects, we want to hear from you!

Join us in making a significant positive impact on the planet as we drive the global renewable energy revolution. At Octopus Energy Generation (OEGEN), we are dedicated to sourcing, investing in, and managing a diverse range of utility-scale renewable energy assets. With a global portfolio exceeding £7 billion, we are committed to cultivating a team that mirrors the diversity of the communities we serve.Our mission is to reshape the energy lifecycle and ensure every green electron is valuable, achieving outstanding results for our customers, investors, the environment, and society, while accelerating the journey towards net zero.About the Role:We are looking for a skilled Portfolio Manager to become a part of our Fund Management team, reporting directly to the Head of Funds and Sustainability. You will oversee a variety of energy transition strategies, including the Octopus Energy Transition Fund, an Asia-focused energy transition fund, and a forthcoming growth equity strategy set to launch in Q3. Your leadership will ensure strong governance, disciplined financial oversight, and high-quality investor reporting across these initiatives.This role requires a blend of robust fund management expertise, commercial acumen, and effective cross-functional leadership. You will collaborate closely with the platform team, the Singapore team, and the Ventures team, ensuring a cohesive fund management strategy across different investment types and operating models. You will oversee all energy transition valuations, coordinating inputs and ensuring outputs are well-supported and suitable for committee and investor review.As a manager, you will lead a team of two, responsible for maintaining the quality and consistency of the team's output across monthly and quarterly valuations, investor reports, governance documents, and fund-level analyses. This position is ideal for someone who is adept at navigating both established and growing strategies, possesses knowledge in private equity or infrastructure, and can balance meticulous attention to detail with a practical, collaborative approach.

Role Overview mangroup is hiring a Business Manager for the Veteran Transition Programme in London. This role focuses on supporting veterans as they move into civilian careers. The Business Manager leads projects that deliver resources, training, and mentorship to veterans, helping them build new career paths. What You Will Do Oversee and drive initiatives that assist veterans during their career transition Develop and manage training and mentorship programs Build and maintain partnerships with organizations and employers interested in hiring veterans Shape the programme’s strategy and direction to maximize its impact Location This position is based in London.

Join our vibrant and dynamic team at Billetto, where the principle of 'freedom with responsibility' drives our innovative work culture. Our tech team comprises a diverse group of passionate hackers, all dedicated to the startup ecosystem. We embrace the latest technologies and utilize tools that inspire us. If you're eager to dive into the startup world and gain hands-on experience while contributing to a fast-growing company, you've found the perfect opportunity.Your role will encompass a spectrum of backend responsibilities, including Ticketing, Reporting, and Social Event Discovery.We provide a competitive salary along with a range of benefits, all within our centrally located London office.

About BaringaBaringa is a prominent global consulting firm dedicated to empowering leaders in driving transformation and creating sustainable value. With extensive industry knowledge and cutting-edge technology, we assist our clients in achieving their goals with enhanced confidence. Our team of over 2,000 professionals spans the UK, Europe, North America, Asia, and Australia, blending global insights with local expertise.We collaborate across various sectors including energy and resources, financial services, government, consumer products, pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, and technology. Our capabilities encompass strategy, transformation, and operational excellence, all supported by advanced technology, data, AI, and digital innovation.Clients appreciate Baringa's collaborative ethos and the seamless integration of our teams, who share a clear understanding of priorities. Our dedicated experts are known for their kindness and curiosity, as they strive to help clients modernize systems, expand networks, and drive growth across numerous industries.Recognized as a Great Place to Work globally, Baringa has earned accolades from the Financial Times in 22 categories of its UK Leading Management Consultants rankings and has been listed by Forbes as one of the World’s Best Management Consulting Firms for four consecutive years.Join Our Strategy & Transactions Team as a DirectorWe are a fast-growing global team of strategy and transactions specialists, seeking to establish ourselves as the leading provider of deal advisory services in the Energy, Utilities, and Renewable Infrastructure sectors. Our work encompasses the entire value chain of these industries, including technology, services, manufacturing, and supply chain.Primarily collaborating with Private Equity, Infrastructure, and Corporate clients, we pride ourselves on our rapid insights generation. Our teams are composed not only of experts in commercial due diligence but also sector specialists, allowing us to minimize reliance on external consultants and to leverage deep industry knowledge.

Role overview Turner Townsend is seeking a Project Controls Engineer - Rail based in London. This role centers on supporting rail infrastructure projects by managing project controls and collaborating with project managers and stakeholders to keep delivery aligned with schedules and budgets. Main responsibilities Develop, implement, and maintain project controls processes tailored to rail projects Monitor project schedules and track progress against key milestones Analyze performance metrics to spot trends and highlight areas needing improvement Deliver clear, actionable insights to support project-related decisions Assist in managing project risks and ensure compliance with industry standards Collaboration This position involves close cooperation with project managers and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle, supporting open communication and effective delivery.