Project Manager - Track

Mission

To manage and lead the Trackwork (TWK) delivery on the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR) project. The Project Manager Track holds full responsibility for the trackwork scope on the assigned sections, from take-over of the Civil Works (CW) sites through installation, testing and handover, covering planning, cost control, progress and procurement monitoring, interface management, non-conformity management, and control of track materials and supply.

He leads a multidisciplinary construction and engineering team, manages subcontractor performance, and is accountable for the safety, quality, cost and schedule performance of the trackwork scope in accordance with the contract, project specifications and applicable railway standards. The position suits an experienced railway professional with a minimum of 10 years' experience, including at least 7 years in trackwork.

Main Responsibilities

Planning

• Develop and update the trackwork construction programme aligned with the master schedule, CW site release dates and possession constraints, and break it down into 3-month, 6-week and weekly look-ahead plans.
• Oversee work methods, method statements and short-term programmes, including night and possession works, and define resource plans for manpower, plant, track machines and equipment.

Cost Control and Commercial

• Monitor productivity and unit rates against budget, analyse variances, implement corrective actions and report monthly on cost performance.
• Validate subcontractor and supplier invoices, prepare Interim Payment Certificate (IPC) inputs, and support the preparation of variations and claims.

Progress Monitoring and Reporting

• Measure and report physical progress by activity, section and work front, and maintain daily, weekly and monthly reports for management and the Client.
• Chair and attend progress, coordination and planning meetings with internal teams, the Client and contractors, and take remedial action where milestones or cost estimates are at risk.

Procurement Monitoring

• Monitor purchase orders, manufacturing, inspections, shipment, customs clearance and delivery with Procurement and suppliers, and support technical evaluations and subcontract awards.

Take-over of CW Sites and Interface Management

• Lead the take-over of Civil Works sites through joint inspections, survey verification and control of tolerances, levels, drainage and access; issue take-over records, punch lists and reserves, and follow up rectification until close-out.
• Act as the single point of contact for CW contractors, manage the interface register, and coordinate shared access, temporary works, sequencing and co-activity, including joint risk assessments.

Design Interface and Non-conformity Management

• Manage the trackwork non-conformity process from identification to closure, including root-cause analysis and corrective and preventive actions.
• Interface with the TWK design team on site and technical queries (TQ/RFI), constructability reviews, design change requests, and capture as-built, survey and deviation records.
• Verify that installation complies with project specifications, railway standards, approved method statements and ITPs.

Team Leadership

• Lead and develop the track teams, coordinate multiple teams and subcontractors, conduct performance evaluations, and mentor team members.

HSE, Quality and Risk

• Lead health, safety and environmental management across all track work fronts, including possession and protection arrangements, on-track plant operation and works near energised overhead line equipment.
• Identify and mitigate risks before work commences, apply inspection and test plans, maintain quality records, and comply with project and company procedures.

Testing and Handover

• Support trackwork testing and acceptance, including welding and ultrasonic testing records, track geometry recording and tolerance verification, turnout setting and final alignment.
• Ensure quality, as-built and handover documentation is complete and accepted by the Client and Engineer, and manage punch list and defect close-out through final acceptance.

Profile

Education

• Master's degree or equivalent five-year engineering degree (Bac+5) in civil engineering.

Essential

• Minimum of 10 years' experience in railway construction, including at least 7 years in railway trackwork (ballasted and/or slab track) with site management on major railway projects.
• Proven track record in managing a complete trackwork scope: planning, budget and cost control, procurement follow-up and site delivery.
• Solid knowledge of track construction methods: laying and welding, turnout installation, tamping, alignment and final adjustment.
• Able to read and interpret track alignment drawings, setting-out plans, typical sections and installation booklets.
• Experience in interface management with civil works contractors and in the take-over of civil works sites.
• Proven leadership and people management, financial and commercial management skills, and demonstrated history in safety and risk compliance.
• Fluent in English, spoken and written.

Desirable

• Knowledge of contractual, legal, commercial and industrial relations matters, and stakeholder management on international projects.
• Proficiency in MS Office, planning software (Primavera P6 or MS Project) and ERP / stock-management tools.
• Experience contributing to tenders and technical submissions for trackwork packages.

Personal Qualities

• Strong leadership, organisation and communication skills, with the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams in a multicultural environment.
• Rigorous, proactive and results-oriented, willing to work on site and adapt to field conditions, including night and possession works.