Overview

Project Manager – London

Project Manager

 

Location: Birmingham (with travel across the CrossCountry network)
Salary: Up to £61,000
 

Closing Date: 2nd November 2025.

Join CrossCountry at a Landmark Moment in Our Journey!

Our vision is clear: to become the UK’s leading long-distance intercity train operator. With plans to expand our fleet, increase capacity, and enhance connectivity, we’re driving a new era of customer service and innovation.

To support this exciting growth, we’re looking for a Project Manager to join our Programme Directorate to work on many major rail specific projects.

What You’ll Be Doing

Drive the delivery of key projects in alignment with Department for Transport (DfT) obligations and strategic business priorities.

  • Lead cross-functional teams to ensure successful outcomes across scope, schedule, and cost baselines.

  • Plan, track and report project progress using robust governance and PMO frameworks.

  • Engage with a diverse range of stakeholders — from internal teams to unions — to foster alignment and collaboration.

  • Proactively manage project risks, dependencies, and change control.

  • Champion a culture of continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned and mentoring less experienced colleagues.

  • Act as a Project Management Centre of Excellence within the organisation.

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

  • Degree-level education or equivalent experience.

  • Demonstrable experience in end-to-end project delivery using formal governance frameworks (e.g. PRINCE2, APM).

  • Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

  • Ability to work across a matrix structure and drive outcomes.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and MS Project.

Desirable:

  • Knowledge of UK rail operations or transport sector experience.

  • A passion for shaping large-scale change in a customer-focused environment.

Why Join Us?

At CrossCountry, people are at the heart of everything we do. We value the diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives our colleagues bring — and we’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

This is your chance to be part of a high-impact team, influencing meaningful change across the UK rail industry.

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