Graduate Project Manager Review
at Network Rail
Graduate Scheme
Project Management
York
Review Submitted: September 2025
Overall Rating
4.8 /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
4.6/5
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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?
Very positive for me in that it provided a fantastic platform for me into project management and into the business and I was able to secure a permanent role as a project manager after only 12 months.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
Multiple rotations across the business as well as being given the flexibility to complete mini-placements or days to get exposure across the business and industry. The professional and personal development available was fantastic and I was put through a variety of courses.
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
4/5
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
5/5
Well paid and nice benefits including 75% of travel
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
5/5
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
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
5/5
Various avenues for support including graduate scheme leaders, placement managers, HR, buddys.
How is your work-life balance?
5/5
Very flexible organisation
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
5/5
How would you rate Network Rail initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
5/5
How would you rate Network Rail CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
3/5
I feel that environmental initiatives are not considered as much as they should be.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Network Rail to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Great employer
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?
STAR answers, reach out to someone from the business on linkedin
