Location
London Puddle Dock, Blackfriars

Hours
Full Time - standard Network Rail working hours with flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Salary
Band 4C £43,588 - £53,167 plus an Inner London allowance of £3,270

About the Role
At Network Rail, we connect people, communities and businesses across Britain, helping millions of passengers and tonnes of freight move safely, reliably and efficiently every day. As an Asset Protection Scheme Interface Manager within the Asset Protection & Optimisation (ASPRO) team, you will play a key role in integrating externally funded projects into the operational railway environment. You will work closely with external clients, developers, local authorities and industry partners to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and compliantly while protecting the safety, performance and integrity of the rail network.

This role involves managing high-value, politically sensitive and multi-disciplinary projects, ensuring compliance with Network Rail governance, the Railways Act, Network Licence, CDM Regulations and Common Safety Method - Risk Assessment (CSM-RA) Regulations. You will provide expert guidance to external parties, facilitate stakeholder engagement, monitor risks and performance, and support the recovery of Network Rail costs.

This position offers excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression, exposure to complex projects, and the chance to contribute to the future of Britain's railway. Network Rail is committed to diversity and inclusion, flexible working, and supporting a healthy work-life balance.

Experience
- Demonstrable experience delivering projects within the rail environment
- Strong knowledge of operational railway and railway infrastructure
- Experience managing stakeholder relationships and communication
- Understanding of project commercial requirements, programme controls, and budget management
- Knowledge of health, safety and environmental legislation including CDM Regulations and CSM-RA
- Familiarity with PACE lifecycle and assurance processes

About you
- Collaborative and solutions-focused with the ability to work across multiple organisations
- Confident influencing decision-making and navigating complex operational railway environments
- Team player who builds strong relationships and shares knowledge
- Able to constructively challenge ideas with sound evaluation and decision-making skills
- Committed to safety and demonstrating safe behaviour at all times

Qualifications
- Educated to degree level in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience
- Membership (or working towards membership) of the Association for Project Management
- PRINCE2 Foundation or equivalent qualification

Desirable
- Knowledge of investment, commercial and procurement practices
- Previous experience within Asset Protection
- Understanding of rail infrastructure maintenance techniques
- Knowledge of rail possessions and isolations