CPMS Group
The Big Rail Diversity Challenge
Established in 2012 as an organisation that specialises in delivering rail projects safely, on time and within budget the CPMS ethos is simple; we approach work with a win-win perspective and now offer our services to the wider infrastructure market. The business is split into three main strands; the first being Project Solutions, whereby we provide alternative delivery strategies and guidance to successfully deliver projects. The second strand is Resource Services, in which we provide clients with high-quality individuals that can take on specific roles within an organisation. Lastly, we offer Business Consultancy, which stems from the range of business experience we have to offer from within the company. CPMS have a track record of simplifying the complex across seven service areas:
Diversity and inclusion are a priority for CPMS, as our greatest asset is our people. With 55% of our workforce being women, we share a common goal with Women in Rail—to promote a gender-balanced working environment and raise awareness and support for women within the rail industry. Our differences make us unique and underpin our diverse workforce, enabling us to offer a broad range of skills and expertise to businesses and clients. This commitment is reflected in our company culture, where people are treated with respect, dignity, and valued as individuals.
CPMS is supporting The Big Rail Diversity Challenge not only to promote women in rail but also to advocate for SMEs. UK SMEs employ 60% of the workforce and produce 51% of the total private sector turnover; however, only 19% of these SMEs employing more than one person are female-led. With the Government aiming to increase its spending by 33% by 2020, CPMS is dedicated to creating more opportunities for SMEs within the sector while simultaneously increasing opportunities for women.
