Lead Strategic Rail Planner Client: Network Rail Location: Stratford, London (Hybrid - approx. 50% attendance) Contract Length: Up to 6 months Day Rate: Up to £720 per day (see rate guidance below) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: BPSS required Deadline for CVs: Friday 8th May (4:00pm) Interview Process: 1-stage (Teams) The Opportunity Network Rail is seeking an experienced Lead Strategic Rail Planner to take ownership of a high-profile mainline route study, supporting early-stage development and long-term strategic rail planning. This is a rail strategic planning role - not delivery or project planning. You will act as the intelligent client, leading and integrating multiple technical disciplines to shape future rail infrastructure decisions. Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver a strategic rail route study end-to-end Provide direction across early-stage development and long-term planning Coordinate and integrate technical workstreams, including:...