graduate project manager Review
at Network Rail
Graduate Scheme
Construction
Preston
Review Submitted: August 2025
Overall Rating
3.9 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
4.8/5
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Overview of the Role
4.2/5
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Experience & Company Culture
5/5
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Recommendations & Advice
Overview of the Role
Overall, how would you describe your experience at Network Rail?
Overall positive experience. Caring scheme managers and structured programme
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
multiple
first was quite poor not much experience but raised and moved. next placement i was doing CDM paperwork and involved in some commercial. final placement had an empty job so i was doing the full role of project manager
first was quite poor not much experience but raised and moved. next placement i was doing CDM paperwork and involved in some commercial. final placement had an empty job so i was doing the full role of project manager
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
5/5
dependent on placement but i had a good experience within the business and felt valued by my team
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
4/5
it pays well for a grad scheme
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
5/5
i have just interviewed for a role now so very well
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
5/5
great training programme
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
4/5
line managers on the scheme good, sometimes hard to raise as grad scheme and placement team do not have much (if any) interaction with each other. buddy and mentorship schemes are available for both
How is your work-life balance?
5/5
very good
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
3/5
it is okay, sometimes a tough place for a women or young person
How would you rate Network Rail initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
5/5
policy is very good, implementation is not always effective
How would you rate Network Rail CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
4/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Network Rail to a friend?
Yes
Why?
it is a nice place to work and a supportive atmosphere
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
5/5
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to Network Rail?
research the company ethos, get everyone home safe everyday.
