Job Description

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Manchester

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Role and responsibilities

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Act as the appointed CRE or Mentored CRE for Civils, ensuring compliance with Network Rail standards and project-specific requirements Take responsibility for the engineering assurance of all civil engineering works within the scope of the project Review and approve designs, method statements, and work packages to ensure they meet technical and safety standards Provide engineering leadership during planning and delivery phases, ensuring constructability and compliance with CDM regulations Coordinate with internal engineering teams, designers, and subcontractors to resolve technical queries and manage change Ensure all works are delivered in accordance with approved designs and specifications, maintaining robust quality assurance processes Support the Project Manager in risk management, identifying engineering risks and implementing mitigation strategies Liaise with Network Rail's Designated Project Engineer (DPE) and other stakeholders to maintain alignment on technical requirements and approvals Oversee site inspections and audits to verify compliance with engineering standards and safety requirements Maintain accurate records of engineering decisions, approvals, and compliance documentation Contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives across the framework ###

Skills Required

Proven experience in civil engineering within rail infrastructure projects - preferably geotechnical and/or drainage scheme experience. Experience can either be in design consultancy or in site engineering or an assurance role. Understanding of Network Rail standards, NR/L2/RSE/02009 (Engineering Management for Projects), and NR/L2/CIV/003 (Engineering and Architectural Assurance of Building and Civil Engineering Works) (required) Excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to lead technical discussions (required) Proficiency in MS Office and engineering/project management tools (required) 2.1 in BEng (Hons) or BSc (Hons) Civil Engineering degree (required) Master's degree in a Civil Engineering discipline (desired) Working towards Incorporated IEng or Chartered Status CEng with the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) (desired) PTS certification and full UK Driving Licence (required)
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive Salary
Company Pension
Excellent training and development
Flexible working arrangements
Employee Discount Schemes
Employee health assistance scheme
25 holidays per year plus bank holidays
Dog friendly office
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