Engineering Manager; Railways

Job Description Overview

Lead delivery with vision. Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' problems head-on. It's a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions. We know that different people have different priorities, which is why we're here to support you.

Flexible and remote working is a central part of our culture. So talk to us about what's ideal for you – from reduced weeks to buying more leave over school holidays. And if you're returning from a career break, ask us how we can help you transition back into work with us.

Join us as a Engineering Manager in our Transportation Project Delivery Practice team, and you'll have the opportunity to develop and lead the technical delivery of an exciting variety of multi-disciplinary Transportation projects. You will support or lead the Engineering Management on our major Rail & Transit projects alongside having the opportunity to support other markets including Strategic and Regional Highways and Local Transport.

You'll collaborate on projects across all stages of the project lifecycle and support clients, which include Network Rail, Transport for London, Design & Build Contractors and many others. With such size, scope and scale, you'll have plenty of opportunities to keep yourself challenged and to grow your technical leadership skills.

• Technical Leadership of Major Projects and Programmes in Transportation.
• Leadership, supervision and preparation of engineering design packages for all types of rail and light rail engineering projects through the full project lifecycle.
• Active management of the Engineering Budget and Programme to ensure on time and on budget delivery.
• Undertaking the role of Contractor’s Engineering Manager (CEM) on a range of projects.
• Leadership of CSM/CDM requirements.
• Creating a cohesive design team including local, national & international resources.
• Ensure successful delivery of projects by co-ordinating cross-discipline interfaces.
• Utilisation of systems thinking and systems engineering approaches to delivery assurance.
• Building and maintaining close working relationships with our clients.
• Preparation of pre-qualification responses, proposals and tenders.
• Growing the Engineering Management workbank and seeking new opportunities.

• Proven Engineering Management delivery experience of multi-disciplinary railway and/or light rail project Design and Construction; with particular emphasis on the management and co-ordination of design activities.
• Proven experience of a technical leadership role or supporting a technical leader.
• Proven experience in undertaking the role of CEM or supporting a CEM.
• An Engineering or other relevant numerate degree qualification.
• Chartered or Incorporated Status within your core engineering discipline (civil / electrical / mechanical).
• A comprehensive understanding of relevant safety, standards and regulations associated with the UK rail and/or light rail sector.
• A proven track record of maintaining your workbank.
• Experience of providing technical responses to pre-qualification, proposals and tenders, including pricing elements.

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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