Job Description

Description

Role Details

Please note that applicants must be 18 years of age or older. . Candidates will be subject to a Right to Work check & DBS check for this position. Candidates will need at least 5 years experience of managing projects in a rail environment or stakeholder management experience again in a rail environment.

Kickstart Your Career with Greater Anglia!

Are you looking to launch your career in a dynamic and supportive environment? Greater Anglia, a key player in the railway network from London Liverpool Street to the East of England, is offering an exciting opportunity to join our team. With our new, modern, and environmentally friendly trains, now is the perfect time to join us as we elevate the customer travel experience.

Join Our Team as a Program Manager Third Party Delivery Works at based at Stratford.

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to lead a small team interfacing with Third Party Delivered Projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring these projects achieve full cost recovery, adhere to timeframes, and meet quality objectives within established guidelines. You will oversee the safe delivery of Third Party Projects in compliance with GA processes, Railway Group standards, Network Rail regulations, and relevant legislation including the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM) throughout the entire project lifecycle.

The closing date for all completed applications is on Friday 3rd October 2025

Please note vacancies can close earlier due to high influx of candidate applications
At Greater Anglia we are proud of the work that we do. We're investing to help shape the future of rail in the UK and being a part of our team gives you every opportunity to contribute to the journey we are on.

Join Us and Experience:

Inclusivity & Respect:

Be yourself and thrive in a supportive environment where every idea and person is valued. Help us be Greater Together.

Community & Teamwork:

Work together to deliver the best for our customers while enjoying a friendly, can-do atmosphere.

Pride & Progress:

Contribute to meaningful change and a sustainable future, with continuous improvement is the norm.

Ready to Bring Your G A Game?

Key Responsibilities

Provide professional, consistent, and effective project management services to clients, including comprehensive project monitoring and reporting systems. Identify and exploit opportunities to enhance the estate by generating contributory funding from third-party sources.

We're Looking For Candidates Who:

Have a friendly, approachable demeanor with the ability to communicate effectively through written and verbal communication Are calm under pressure, able to think on their feet, and able to handle various situations Possess a "can-do" attitude and enjoy working as part of a team Have team spirit and bring your unique self to strengthen our team and foster a positive work environment. A problem solver, as the role will encounter many different situations, whilst always maintaining integrity.

What's in it for you?

What's in it for you?

Travel Discounts:

Enjoy free travel on Greater Anglia and 75% off with other train operators, plus discounts for eligible family members too!

International Adventures:

After 12 months, unlock discounted international travel for you and your family.

Exclusive Discounts:

Access the GA Hapi App for deals on shopping, dining, and fun days out.

Vouchers for Loved Ones:

Get 12 annual discount vouchers for family and friends to enjoy.

Wellbeing Support:

24/7 employee assistance, eyecare vouchers, flu jabs, and physiotherapy services.

Pension Perks:

Start with a Defined Contribution pension, with the option to upgrade to a Final Salary pension after 2 years.

Family-Friendly Policies:

We've got you covered with maternity, paternity, adoption leave, and shared parental leave after 26 weeks.

Save While You Spend:

Cycle to work and tech purchase schemes once you pass probation.

About Greater Anglia Recruitment

The new Greater Anglia franchise began operating on 16 October 2016. We provide intercity, commuter and rural services throughout Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire, including the Stansted Express service. We're responsible for over 3,000 employees, operate 1,300 train services per day and we're at 133 stations.



Greater Anglia is transforming the railway in East Anglia. We're replacing every single train with brand new trains with air conditioning, plug and USB points and fast free wifi, which started to come into service during 2019. We're introducing better timetables with more frequent services and more peak-time seats into London.