Asset Protection Portfolio Manager

Freelance Asset Protection Portfolio Manager - Rail

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Asset Protection Portfolio Manager to join a leading rail infrastructure team on a temporary basis. This role is based in York with a hybrid working model, requiring at least three days per week on-site. The position is initially for 12 months, with the option to extend, and offers a competitive rate of up to 400 per day, depending on experience.

• Lead and oversee the development and successful delivery of externally funded schemes.
• Provide expert advice and guidance on third-party engineering activities while building strong relationships with external organisations and utilities.
• Develop sponsorship and project support for asset protection, ensuring all schemes meet defined requirements.
• Establish and maintain effective controls for project delivery, ensuring compliance with contractual agreements and commercial governance.
• Support the development and implementation of strategies for project delivery, sharing best practices and identifying continuous improvement opportunities.
• Engage and manage stakeholder interfaces, ensuring alignment with governance and assurance processes.
• Oversee compliance with Railways Act, Network Licence, and CDM Management procedures for Asset Protection projects.
• Analyse cost recovery success in accordance with legal agreements.
• Lead accident investigations when required.

• Chartered Engineer or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of operational railway and railway infrastructure.
• Proven track record in delivering rail projects.
• Registered PRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent project management qualification.
• Previous experience within Network Rail Asset Protection.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Leadership experience, including mentorship and team development.
• Strong decision-making skills with the ability to challenge ideas constructively.
• Deep understanding of project commercial requirements, programme controls, and investment practices in the rail industry.
• Extensive knowledge of PACE, CDM Regulations, CSM-RA, and Health & Safety legislation.
• Competency in accident investigation.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced rail professional to contribute to high-impact projects, ensuring safety, compliance, and successful project delivery. If this sounds like the right fit, apply today.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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