Job Description

Join our team at Keolis Amey Metrolink (KAM), the largest light rail network in the UK!

We are seeking a dynamic Projects Coordinator to join the Projects team.


As the Projects Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role supporting the planning, execution, and delivery of Metrolink projects, assisting Project Managers in compliance with the Keolis Amey Metrolink Project Manager Systems (PMS).


This role is ideal to those with experience in a construction delivery environment, although this is not essential. Strong skills in stakeholder coordination and ability to adapt to and manage outputs based on various processes is essential, as well as experience in, or training in working with a Project Management System.


The Projects Co-Ordinator will support the Projects Team in the delivery of projects and the life cycle management of these projects through the PMS, as well aiding the department in attaining performance and commercial objectives.


So, If you would love to join the team within Manchester's iconic Metrolink, what are you waiting for, we can't wait to hear from you!

Key accountabilities will include:

Support the delivery team undertaking of KAM-led projects Comply with relevant policies, regulations, and standards including the KAM Project Management System (PMS). Work with the HSE team to appreciate requirements of Projects delivery with respect to CDM Compliance & Safety Culture Support the delivery team in ensuring the completion all necessary progress and projects documentation, and associated tracking and recording of this documentation, such as risk & issues registers, lessons and success registers and safety & quality performance metrics. Support the delivery team in maintaining cost tracking and budget management of projects, ensuring compliance with internal and external set standards and procedures. Support the delivery team is management and transmittal of documents through internal and external document portals. Risk & issues recording and analysis, working with the team to manage and minimise commercial, programme and safety risks. Ensure own health, safety, and wellbeing in the workplace, ensuring the zero harm principles and just culture is demonstrated in all ways of working.

What you'll bring:

Hold a relevant qualification in engineering, finance, construction, transport or project management or demonstrable relevant project management experience Experience in a construction project management environment, ideally in rail/light rail, is advantageous but not essential A Project Management qualification, or working towards a qualification, and membership of a professional body Ability to competently produce formal projects documentation, as well as any supporting documentation as necessary. (MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio etc) Experience working with SharePoint Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills Proactive, highly motivated and with the capability to form effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders across organisational boundaries Good organisational and time management skills Flexible approach, you can adapt to your situation to get the best results Results focused with a passion for supporting the team in delivering projects on time and working as part of an awesome team

What we will offer you:

A salary of 28,000 - 32,000 (depending on experience) Full time

Free Tram Travel

for all our colleagues, plus a sponsored pass for an immediate family member 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays

Access to Amazing Discounts

at major retailers including Asda, Currys PC World, John Lewis and many more.

Family Friendly Policies

including enhanced maternity and paternity pay.

Wellbeing Support

including a free counselling, health checks and Employee Assistance Programme.

Supporting your development

focusing on career pathways and professional fees covered if required for role.

The closing date for applications:

8 August 2025

Depending on the level of applications for this role we may close the advert earlier, therefore we encourage you to submit your application early.

Our Commitment to you:

At KAM, we celebrate the diversity of our customers, communities, and colleagues, and strive for a workforce which is equitable, inclusive and representative of the communities we serve and we strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, and sexual orientation to apply. We look forward to receiving your application.


We live our values of "We Care, We Commit, We Imagine" through our behaviours and we strongly believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and create an environment where individuals can imagine that anything is possible. We care about our people, and we fully commit to creating an inclusive environment where our people feel valued, respected and empowered to thrive.


To ensure you are given the best opportunity to succeed in the recruitment process, please let us know if you will require any support or reasonable adjustments. You can contact our team here recruit@metrolink.co.uk.

What we will need to check:

If you are successful, we will need to complete several pre-employment checks prior to you starting. These include.

Proof of address. Evidence of right to work in the UK. References from previous employment or studies from the last 3 years Pre-employment medical (level subject to role). Criminal Records self-declaration check, in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974).

KeolisAmey Metrolink (KAM) is the largest light rail network in the UK. Growing and evolving since first opening in 1992. Metrolink have so far expanded to 103km of track, 99 stops and 147 trams, with a target of 52 million yearly passengers by the end of 2022.


We recognise and celebrate the diversity of our customers, communities and colleagues and strive for a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and society at large.


Evergreen Building North, 160 Euston Road,


London, United Kingdom, NW1 2DX