Expression of Interest – Commercial & Procurement Experts (Network Rail) | Vancouver, BC

About us

Network Rail shares its expertise with the world’s rail owners and operators through Network Rail Consulting (NRC). We understand the institutional, regulatory, technical, policy and strategic issues of running a railway in the 21st century.

We know how to operate a network, manage its assets, and deliver renewal and enhancement programs whilst minimising the disruption to passenger and freight services.

What makes us different from other consultants is that our people have genuine hands-on experience in solving the challenges you face in the real world of rail operations. We are rail professionals operating and maintaining one of the world’s leading railway systems who want to share our expertise, experience, and passion for the job.

We have been active in the Australian, Canadian, Middle Eastern and United States markets since 2013 and have successfully delivered over 200 consultancy contracts for government, public and privately owned organisations, and for passenger and freight owners and operators, achieving consistently excellent levels of client satisfaction.

Our advice covers the full range of the project life cycle, from concept, project development and delivery through to operations and maintenance.

Our work is driven forward by our values: agile, always safe, care about people, collaborative, impartial and passionate.

We offer a competitive and flexible employee experience, including:

• Competitive Salary
• Health, Dental and Vision Cover
• Life Insurance
• Pension Scheme
• 25 Days’ Annual Leave Plus Public Holidays
• Flexible Working Arrangements
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Learning and Development Support

Expression of Interest – Commercial, Procurement & Contract Management

Network Rail Consulting (NRC) is seeking expressions of interest from experienced commercial, procurement and contract management professionals interested in potential future consulting opportunities in Vancouver, British Columbia.

NRC continues to grow its presence across Canada, supporting clients with the delivery of complex rail and infrastructure programmes. We are particularly interested in professionals with experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Commercial management, including commercial strategy, payment certification, change and risk management
• Contract management, including claims and dispute resolution
• Procurement strategy and contracting models, including alternative delivery models
• Category management and vendor performance management
• Sustainable and Indigenous procurement
• Procurement best practice, optimisation and capability building

We are currently exploring a potential future assignment in Vancouver. While there is no confirmed vacancy at this stage, we would welcome expressions of interest from professionals whose experience aligns with these areas.

Register your interest

To register your interest and support NRC at this stage, please email Alex Younghusband ([email protected]) no later than 16^th November with the following:

1. An up-to-date CV outlining your recent project experience
2. Two or three relevant projects from your professional portfolio, specifying the client, project value, dates and your role.

If you would be interested in future opportunities with NRC in Canada, please join our Canada talent pool and submit an up-to-date CV outlining your relevant experience:

•  https://isw.changeworknow.co.uk/network_rail_consulting/vms/e/careers/positions/d0dVlhW6LaiPDCmxARSq9A

Equal Opportunity and Inclusion

NRC is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, family status, marital status, Indigenous identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

NRC is committed to providing accommodation for candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and in employment. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know.