Network Rail, the train operator, maintenance team and other relevant authorities are engaged to receive ownership of the project, now called an asset. We are a small to medium sized company that has built a strong reputation delivering multi-disciplinary projects and programmes for private and public sector clients. endobj Finally, he noted that there are occasions when a slower and more coordinated approach is appropriate, especially when there is a risk to the timetable. It involved eight 'stages' from feasibility through to operational handback. The full, robust engineering design is produced along with the detailed costings and time estimates that go with the project delivery. PACE was applied to the Okehampton project which we were a part of. <> He felt this came at a good time as the projects original remit focused on increasing capacity which is no longer the key issue. Excellent written and oral communication skills. We run 20 of the UK's largest stations while all the others, over 2,500, are run by the country's train operating companies. endobj It was concluded that there had to be a move from a rules-based model to one based on principles. It is understood that DfT's budget for the passenger railway for 2023-24 remains the same as for 2022-23, while for 2024-25 a further 1bn is removed from the funding available. Required fields are marked *. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. Manchester M4 6LZ The requirements for this review are determined by the required Level of Control (LoC) which is determined from a risk-based assessment that takes account of issues such as project novelty, technology and design complexity, and operational impact. It is about being bold, curious and challenging. PACE and Optioneering avoiding a drawn-out option selection process by providing a more flexible approach whilst maintaining rigour. endobj The project is built as per the specification detailed in stage 5. Network Rail had been extended for two years, until July 2023. . Significant challenges to achieve deliverables of funding settlement. A rail line that operates on 4 parallel tracks. According to Wright, Grip was much more than a project lifecycle and there are hundreds of other processes, policies and governance controls across Network Rail that were affected by the Grip process. GRIP/PACE Network Rail's process for developing railway interventions, split into various gateways in a similar manner to the Rail Network Enhancements Pipeline (RNEP). GRIP (Governance for Railway Investment Projects) had been used as a framework for managing projects since 2000. 9th September 2014 Benefits Management, Network Rail 2 3. By clicking Accept, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. By Claire Smith. In this Integrated Rail Plan, proposals for electrification in the North and Midlands refers to the installation of OLE along stated routes. Network Rail chief executive Andrew Haines has previously said that if it is used properly, Grip works. The higher the capacity of a line, the more train paths can be provided. endobj There was widespread concern that the eight-stage GRIP (Governance for Railway Investment Projects) process had become a straitjacket which required project teams to focus on its deliverables. But, this week rail minister Chris Heaton-Harris said that the budget would now. Rail Signalling & Power17 Moorlands LaneSaltash, Cornwall The most-liked question at the event was from a project manager who wanted to reduce bureaucracy but found himself going to more and more panels to jump through more hoops. Gate reviews were held to consider relevant documentation to confirm completion of the required activities. Trains using the WCML can also reach Edinburgh via Preston and Carstairs. Any upcoming events will be published here. Wright adds: I have one project that under Pace will save up to 75% on the time needed on running through the Grip 1 to Grip 3 process.. It replaces GRIP, which was considered by some as overly complex and inefficient in its approach, resulting in additional costs being incurred. Learn how your comment data is processed. Pace offers a more flexible framework that can be more tailored . Management and consulting . As described later, this required the development of a new project management process, PACE (Project Acceleration in a Controlled Environment), addressing ten key themes and the provision of a Rail Investment Centre of Excellence to provide support and share lessons learnt. Grip 3. 10 0 obj <> Its aim is to secure rail investment by demonstrating that the industry can become more competitive by significantly reducing costs and halving the time it takes to complete projects. <> It will help the railway better cope with disruptions and ensure that projects are delivered on time and within budget. It is an outcome of the Governments Covid-19 recovery plan, helping to deliver public investment projects more quickly and at a reduced cost. Network Rails GRIP process was developed to minimise delivery risk by dividing a project into eight distinct stages for which there was a defined set of activities which had to be completed before starting the next stage. GRIP (Governance for Railway Investment Projects) had been used as a framework for managing projects since 2000. One-team Culture encouraging improved working between the DfT, Network Rail and across wider industry to embrace the SPEED mindset. A simpler project management structure, which can be followed by all departments working on projects at any one time; Improved delegation of authority up the chain of command; A greater focus on risk management across all levels of the organisation; More effective use of key performance indicators (KPIs); A more coherent approach to procurement and contracting processes across different disciplines (including civil engineering works). Hybrid bills mix the characteristics of public and private bills. [19 0 R] Led by Network Rail's Industry Programme Director Christian Irwin, the project moved quickly from feasibility to detailed design, enabling implementation of the works in April 202; a move from concept to construction in just 8 weeks. Cable Routing Strategy; Detailing the means of running all cables for he scheme and to demonstrate the methods of achieving full diversity. 3 0 obj One success story already realised using PACE is the restoration of the Dartmoor Railway Line, putting regular passenger services back on the line after more than 50 years. Where our earlier organisational change has given us the right structure, SPEED will give us the right mindset, and tools, to put passengers first and drive value. With strikes paralysing Britain, bosses have lost their grip on where we work . It's been claimed that PACE will have an even greater impact than GRIP in delivering efficiency gains. PACE is a new approach that will make it easier for Network Rail to integrate and respond to operational challenges. In addition, a new delivery model was developed for the three packages of work: rail corridor works led by Network Rail, stations and highways led by Northumberland County Council and introduction of the new passenger service led by Northern Rail. Phase 2a will open by 2033. Building on these values, the Project SPEED team has developed an approach to guide our day-to-day working, so we can all play our part in building a modern and efficient railway that we can be proud of. All those blockers have fed into the second part of Project Speed, which is focused on business change projects to remove those obstacles. As a result, he felt that CARS had a fighting chance of getting an approved business case. PL12 4HJ. <> Under Grip, Wright or one of his colleagues had to undertake a risk management review of every one of 3,000 to 5,000 proposed projects. Hence the centre is producing useable benchmark information with real practical examples. endobj After being approved in November 2020, PACE has been applied to projects since January 2021. GRIP, the tool currently used to manage delivering railway investment projects in Network Rail, is seen as too rigid and can often lead to unnecessary delays. It is then tested to ensure that everything is working as it should be and then commissioned into use. This can be done as an order under existing legislation, such as Transport and Works Act Orders (TWAO) or Development Consent Orders (DCO), or via new legislation that must pass through Parliament (hybrid bills). / Network Rail Responsible for owning, maintaining and enhancing the UK rail network. When RMT union members closed the London Underground last March, Transport for London assumed a similar role to health chiefs during the coronavirus pandemic. We now need to work with our industry partners to drive the required changes to ensure we work as one team to deliver value for money outcomes for our customers and benefits for our passengers. . Page 6 of 7 <> These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. We also delivered all the DNO cubicles. I bring . Within Pace we are trying to create a framework with a delegated authority of decision making, We have cultivated a whole generation of people who apply it mechanically. He felt that, in many cases, train operators were best placed to deliver them in an agile manner. 8 0 obj It represents the local transport and local highways authorities of the North of England. 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Their Regional Rail Director, Simon Middleton, described how the project had been involved with Project SPEED since summer last year and had since reduced capital costs by 25% and accelerated completion by ten months to the end of 2023. /Parent 2 0 R endobj PACE has a phase readiness review process to provide an assurance that a project is not proceeding at risk into the next phase. HS2 Phase 2a will extend the high-speed rail line north from the West Midlands at Birmingham to Crewe, helping towns and cities across North West England, North Wales and Scotland benefit from it sooner. 31 Mar, 2021 /Metadata 1029 0 R The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other. Able to undertake the NR/L2/INI/02009 roles of Contractors Responsible Engineer (CRE) or equivalent. The East Coast Main Line (ECML) is one of the UKs core rail lines, running between London Kings Cross and Edinburgh, via Peterborough, York, Doncaster, Darlington and Newcastle. 21 0 obj Wright and his team have spent the early months of this year rolling out the Pace concept to Network Rail staff and its supply chain. From stage 3 this single option and outline design should be recommended and taken forward. Assurance has to remain a really important part of project delivery to avoid throwing the baby out with bath water. As described previously in Rail Engineer (see Issue 188, Jan-Feb 2021), these platforms were completed just three months after funding was approved. Providing a new platform at Stevenage a year earlier than planned, in part due to GTR doing the station fit-out, saved 1 million in rail replacement bus costs. The report follows an industry roundtable held with Network Rail which explored the practical steps that need to be taken to unlock delivery. Wright believes that some options could be discounted at an earlier stage under Pace through better use of local knowledge, looking at other similar projects and examining technical feasibility. >> 200TH EDITION Rail Engineer January / February 2023 200 Issues & 2,900 articles later, Are passengers getting a good ride? The cost savings were achieved by identifying efficiencies and ensuring that the project only included requirements to introduce the passenger service. The UK National Infrastructure Commission (NIC) is the executive agency responsible for providing expert advice to the UK government on infrastructure challenges facing the UK. 20 0 obj Network Rail are replacing GRIP with PACE, a new tool that allows project managers to adapt their approach, make decisions that best meet the needs of their project and overlay stages while maintaining rigour. The Integrated Rail Plan plans for Warrington include the reopening of the disused low-level platforms underneath Warrington Bank Quay and the West Coast Main Line, which runs broadly perpendicular to the proposed Northern Powerhouse Rail service. The timing and specification, funding and any risks, procurement methodology, clashes with existing railway operations/projects and route strategies and other stakeholder involvement are assessed to establish the scope of investment and identify any constraints. The line is currently electrified between London and Kettering/Corby, with electrification as far north as Market Harborough expected to be completed in 2024. When closing the conference, RIAs Technical Director, David Clarke, encouraged everyone to build Project SPEED principles into their businesses and take part in follow-on activities. >> To help us improve GOV.UK, wed like to know more about your visit today. Gate reviews were held to consider relevant documentation to confirm completion of the required activities. Replanned access arrangements and the provision of a temporary platform actually brought the project end-date forward by two months a four-month betterment, taking account of Covid. All Rights Reserved, Rail Diary Limited is a limited company registered in England & Wales. Another example is the planning of blockades which must have as much work as possible thrown into them and so might delay some schemes. This approach involves early engagement with all concerned, particularly suppliers. With the more effective use of resources, and greater collaboration between teams across different rail projects, it is thought that PACE will have an even greater benefit on delivering efficiency gains than its predecessor GRIP. The Eastern Leg (EL) of HS2, originally part of HS2 Phase 2b. <> It replaces GRIP, which was considered by some as overly complex and inefficient in its approach, resulting in additional costs being incurred. This provides increased focus on client/funder requirements by getting the right balance of time, cost and scope of work. Assurance developing a more integrated approach. SRC Infrastructure has been providing project management and engineering-based advisory, consultancy and managed services solutions to UK infrastructure clients for almost 20 years. He stressed the benefits of the one-team approach that required funders, users and suppliers to be involved as early as possible, for which suitable procurement arrangements were required. Experience of working in the UK rail industry with good working knowledge of Network Rail GRIP / PACE process / standards and approval processes. <> Pop Art tunnel Michelangelo Dragados & the Art of Tunnel Scanning. Phase One will open between 2029 and 2033. With this statement, Network Rails CEO, Andrew Haines, set the scene at a recent online Project SPEED conference. He advised that GTR had received good passenger feedback from recent blockades which had significantly disrupted their journeys, but only once. The Western Leg (WL) of HS2 Phase 2b, completing the high-speed line from Crewe to Manchester, including the Golborne Link. Amounts of time and cost required to move projects from concept to reality are often criticised in the UK construction industry, but Network Rail is tackling the issue head on with a fresh look at its project delivery framework. The benefits of PACE are said to include: The changes are designed to create a simpler and more consistent approach to project management, which is needed given the current demands on the railway, according to Chris Rowley, Network Rails director of NR2N (Network Rail 2nd Generation). Where we have identified any third party copyright information you will need to obtain permission from the copyright holders concerned. <> Prodigal Bond Buyers Return to Gilts as 250 Billion Wall Looms. GTR is doing the timetable work to evaluate journey time, capacity and connectivity impact on various options for the Croydon Area Remodelling Scheme (CARS). We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. Governance reviewing the process for seeking government funding, with a simplified process for projects under 10 million. Following the highly successful Rail SPEED Conference on 26 February, introduced by Prime Minister Boris Johnson, Network Rail and the Railway Industry Association (RIA) are holding a FREE follow-up event to explore some of the work that underpins SPEED in more detail. Segregating fast and slow rail services onto separate tracks. And that is why it is not fit. Minister of State for Transport, Chris Heaton-Harris, emphasised the Prime Ministers view that the UK government expected rail will play a vital part in boosting Britains Covid recovery. endobj This Network Rail standard specifies: a) Project Complexity Assessment; b) the PACE lifecycle and phases; c) PACE milestones; d) PACE products; and. Phase 2b WL will open between 2035 and the early 2040s. Wed like to set additional cookies to understand how you use GOV.UK, remember your settings and improve government services. 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(RailDiary). . We use some essential cookies to make this website work. By Claire Smith. Network Rails standard NR/L2/P3M/201, Project Acceleration in a Controlled Environment (PACE), started to be applied to new projects on 4th January and will progressively be applied to live projects unless there is a reason not to do so. e) Phase Readiness and Engineering Milestone Reviews. And that is why it is not fit. Keith also gave examples of how GTR had accelerated the design and delivery of station projects. endobj These plans have been revisited in this Integrated Rail Plan. 10 May, 2021 The centre of excellence is also working with the DfT to improve the RNEP process and incorporates the RNEP portfolio funding team. 5. It is a more flexible control framework compared to GRIP and allows sponsors and project management to tailor controls to better meet the requirements of their project. However, given rising inflation and other costs, even a flat budget is likely to equate to a real-terms cut of at least 10% in available expenditure. Like what you've read? The ten identified themes are: Helping to make SPEED business-as-usual is the role of the Rail Investment Centre of Excellence led by Network Rail Wales & Westerns Capital Delivery Director, Stuart Calvert, who emphasised that its role was to support the regions who are accountable for project delivery. A proposed connection north of Crewe station, enabling HS2 services to rejoin the HS2 mainline. The Infrastructure and Projects Authority (IPA) is the governments centre of expertise for infrastructure and major projects, supporting the successful delivery of all types of major projects. Caveat in The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics". There can be no place, I believe, for deniers who are unable to acknowledge that the industrys reputation, built over many years, was of rising costs, deadlines inevitably moving to the right and estimates wrong by orders of magnitude.. High Speed 2 (HS2) is a new high-speed railway linking London, the Midlands and the North, with services continuing to Scotland via the West Coast Main Line. endobj PACE is designed to maximise value and minimise bureaucracy when applied appropriately. This policy comprises a number of individual projects with varying stages of delivery maturity. Previous delivery of projects through Network Rail Grip stages 1-3. Railway station and line opening proposals and projects need to follow this process to be delivered. Under Pace, we say this is what A looks like and this is what B looks like when it is well done but how you get there is down to you. Midlands Engine Rail (MER) is the flagship rail programme of Midlands Connect. Keith advised that CARS was the first project to be subject to a SPEED review. He is also an active member of the IMechEs Railway Division, having been Chair and Secretary of its Scottish Centre. What is the SPEED approach? Bridge inspection & assessments. Every day we empower our people to always be safe, care about the railways, its users and each other and put teamwork at the heart of all we do. Jakartas Transport & Urban Planning Progress? /Parent 2 0 R This identified a number of things around governance processes, assurance processes, timetable planning, access planning and Grip. Panic and confusion grip RRSP season, once again: Dale Jackson. He has also been awarded a Diploma in Engineering Management by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers. Emma Osborn, Commercial Director, Network Rail Wales & Western, made the point that her company does not have all the answers and needs the humility to accept that suppliers can offer solutions if they are engaged early enough in a project. Andrews message was reinforced by a video message from the Prime Minister who was certain that Britain would soon be travelling again and stressed the importance of rail investment. 14 0 obj It is a series of proposed rail interventions to improve rail connectivity on a West-East basis through Birmingham Moor Street station. The new framework will be "a lot more flexible" than GRIP and will allow for more effective use of resources across projects. As such, it fits absolutely into the plan for devolution. According to Wright, Grip was much more than a project lifecycle and there are hundreds of other processes, policies and governance controls across Network Rail that were affected by the Grip process. The first looked at a number of live projects and gave them a very real challenge to go away and look at cost plans, schedules and the plan of work to identify opportunities to do things better, faster, cheaper and safer; as well as identify our internal processes, regulatory framework or legislation that act as blockers to those things.
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