AMS PSR

On behalf of Network Rail, we are looking for a PMO Support for a 6 month contract. This is a hybrid working role (one day per week office based - Birmingham and occasional travel to Euston).

Network Rail is at the heart of revitalising Britain’s railway. From Crossrail – Europe’s largest civil engineering project – to investment in world-class stations and major programmes of electrification, we are involved in some of the most ambitious and diverse ventures that this country has ever seen. We at Network Rail are dedicated to becoming one of Britain's best employers and believe this starts with placing the candidate at the heart of everything we do!

Job Purpose:

We are looking for a highly organised and proactive PMO Support specialist to join our programme team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a structured environment, enjoys supporting multiple workstreams, and excels at keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes. You’ll be a key part of the PMO, ensuring that essential administrative and coordination tasks are delivered efficiently and accurately.

As a PMO Support, your main responsibilities will be to:

• Provide day-to-day project/administrative support across the PMO and various project workstreams.
• Maintain and update project documentation, trackers, and logs.
• Liaise with internal teams to ensure smooth flow of information and timely delivery of tasks.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings, workshops, and stakeholder sessions.
• Prepare agendas, take minutes, and follow up on actions.
• Support reporting activities including collation of updates and formatting of dashboards.
• Help manage SharePoint sites and ensure content is up to date and accessible.

Essential: 

• Strong organisational skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Proven experience in an project support role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel, Word, Outlook, and SharePoint.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.

Desirable:

• Experience working in a PMO or programme environment.
• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Planner, Trello).
• Basic understanding of project lifecycle and governance.
• Experience in Network Rail or similar infrastructure/transport organisations.
• Confidence in engaging with stakeholders at various levels.

Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas.

Network Rail is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. They welcome applications from everyone.

Disability Confident

As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, Network Rail guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance.

Armed Forces Covenant

Network Rail guarantees to interview veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance.

In applying for this role, you acknowledge the following "this role falls in scope of the Off Payroll Working in the Public Sector legislation. Any rates of payment quoted will reflect the gross rate per day for the assignment and will be subject to appropriate taxes and statutory costs. As such the payment to the intermediary and your income resulting from this contract will be different".