Principal Project Manager – Rail/TFL

Company: Amey Ltd
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Location: London
Job Description:

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Permanent Principal Project Manager – Rail/TFL to join our dynamic Eastern & Southern team in London. 37.5 hrs per week, Hybrid working with an expectation to be in the office/site 4 days.

What You’ll Do:

  • Provide leadership and direction for multiple large projects or small programmes/portfolios.
  • Establish and maintain governance and assurance frameworks across all projects under remit.
  • Ensure all projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
  • Act as a key point of contact for senior client stakeholders, ensuring Amey is viewed as a trusted delivery partner.
  • Manage the commercial and financial performance of multiple projects, monitoring budgets, forecasts, margins and KPIs.
  • Line manages Senior Project Managers and Project Managers, ensuring performance, development and succession planning.
  • Oversee risk, issue and opportunity management across the portfolio, ensuring proactive mitigation strategies are in place.
  • Promote innovation, continuous improvement and digital tools across project delivery teams.
  • Support in business development activities, including bids, proposals and strategic client engagements.
  • Embed Amey’s culture of health, safety, sustainability and wellbeing across all project teams.
  • Ensure knowledge transfer and lessons learned are embedded across projects to improve future delivery.

What You’ll Bring:

  • Proven track record of leading multiple multidisciplinary projects or small programmes/portfolios in excess of 10 mil +
  • Must be able to demonstrate full project cycle
  • Experience in managing high risk/ safety critical activities
  • Strong background in governance, assurance and risk management across portfolios.
  • Evidence of driving commercial success and achieving financial targets across projects.
  • Experience in Rail and/or tram networks desirable.
  • Chartered Project Professional (APM ChPP) or equivalent desirable.
  • Full Member of the APM or equivalent – Desirable.
  • NEC4 Accreditation – Essential
  • NEBOSH – Desirable

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact on our business and contribute to a shared, sustainable future, we invite you to join us in advancing our strategy and driving positive change.

Why Join Us?

At Amey, we don’t just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to build fulfilling careers. As one of the top 1% of employers recognised by Investors in People, we are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

  • Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions.
  • Company Car: Select from an electric company vehicle or receive a generous car allowance, supporting our ambitious journey to carbon net zero!
  • Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities to roles like Project Director.
  • Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded apprenticeship or professional membership, tailored to your growth.
  • Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award-winning programs like our Leadership Development, (email address removed), and Multicultural Leadership programs.
  • Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind.
  • Holidays: Enjoy at least 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 5 days! Giving you plenty of time to relax and recharge.
  • Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships.
  • Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
  • Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects.

Application Guidance

At Amey, we value a culture of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to shine. As a Disability Confident leader, we’re proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

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Posted: October 21st, 2026