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Network Rail

Project Engineer - Track

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Network Rail
Operates and maintains the UK’s rail infrastructure, ensuring safe and efficient train travel.
Manage design and construction activities for rail projects ensuring safety and quality
7d ago
£43,588 - £51,719
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Ashford, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
40,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction
Asset management
Systems engineering
Design
Operations & Maintenance
Consulting
Project management
Sector Specialisms
Marketing
Human Resources
IT
Logistics
Project Management
Finance
Property
Legal
Role
What you would be doing
project engineer
design review
safety audits
risk assessment
construction management
environmental compliance
  • Carry out the duties of designated project engineer (DPE) for specific projects.
  • Undertake reviews of design and/or construction activities. Arrange audits of contractors monitoring safety, environment and quality of design, construction, testing and commissioning and management systems is adequate.
  • Implement Network Rail systems and procedures to maintain a cost effective, high quality, safe and environmentally responsible approach to design, construction, commissioning and other technical activities on relevant projects, compliant with all relevant legislation. Liaise with regulators and others as appropriate.
  • Provide project management advice in respect of all construction activities, including testing and commissioning and site supervision. Manage the design and/or construction elements of relevant projects meet the requirements of current legislation, including construction design management (CDM) regulations.
  • Identify and share best practice across the various project teams.
  • Maintain the use of relevant techniques and procedures of quantified and qualitative risk assessment and HAZOP analysis to allocated projects and manage the environmental aspects of allocated projects in accordance with Network Rail’s environmental policy.
  • Manage all engineering activities so that they result in schemes that are affordable and meet programme requirements in a safe and environmentally responsible manner for time, cost and quality.
  • Monitor design and specialist consultants and contractors.
  • Engineer Projects to the standards and specification of Network Rail, allocated design and construction contracts include reference to and are compliant with appropriate Railway Group and Network Rail Company standards, formal specifications and procedures.
What you bring
six sigma
hnc/hnd
chartered
cdm
risk assessment
quality assurance
  • Internal and contractor’s design/construction/specialists personnel are competent.
  • Project safety management experience
  • Technical qualifications to HNC/HND or equivalent GNVQ level.
  • Relevant experience in engineering disciplines, ideally with involvement in construction and design projects across multi discipline areas.
  • Be able to physically undertake critical track engineering activities where required. Within midweek and weekend activities
  • Six Sigma Yellow Belt.
  • CDM, risk assessment, engineering management competency.
  • Knowledge of quality assurance.
  • Membership of a relevant professional body with chartered status and/or educated to degree level.
  • An appreciation of environmental issues in engineering works.
  • Knowledge of structuring safety cases in support of projects.
Benefits
  • 75% off rail travel for you and your partner
  • Public sector boosted pension
  • Yellow book course.
  • Annual performance based bonus
  • Private healthcare
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Interview process
  • apply online via the job portal
  • recruitment specialist reviews your cv
  • if suitable, you are invited to an interview
Visa Sponsorship
Information not given or found
Security clearance
  • employment offers are conditional on satisfactory pre‑employment checks
  • some roles require face‑to‑face drugs & alcohol testing
Company
Overview
20,000 miles of track
Rail Network Span
The extensive railway infrastructure it manages spans over 20,000 miles, ensuring connectivity across the UK.
30,000 bridges
Managed Structures
Operates and maintains over 30,000 bridges to ensure safe rail passage for trains and passengers.
  • Responsible for managing the country’s railway infrastructure, playing a vital role in the UK's transport system.
  • Ensures the safe passage of trains through its management of critical railway assets.
  • Origins date back to 2002, when the rail infrastructure was brought into public ownership.
  • Based in Milton Keynes, it is a crucial player in delivering major transportation projects.
  • Typical projects include track renewal, station modernization, and large-scale electrification efforts.
  • Oversees one of the world’s most complex and busiest rail networks, with significant investment in improving connectivity across the UK.
  • Focuses on maintaining safety and operational efficiency through cutting-edge technology and engineering solutions.
  • Collaborates with train operators and local authorities to ensure seamless travel experiences for passengers.
  • Delivers the High Speed 2 (HS2) project, set to revolutionize rail travel in the UK.
  • Committed to improving sustainability and reducing the environmental impact of rail transport.
Culture + Values
  • Safety first, always.
  • We value people’s ideas, energy and drive.
  • We are responsible, dependable and accountable.
  • We are better together, we collaborate, share knowledge and support each other.
  • We challenge ourselves to deliver outstanding performance.
  • We are committed to doing the right thing.
Environment + Sustainability
50% Reduction
Carbon Emissions Target
The company aims to reduce its carbon emissions by half by 2025 compared to 2017 levels.
Net Zero 2050
Carbon Neutrality Goal
The company is committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
  • Increasing use of renewable energy across operations.
  • Promoting low-carbon technologies, including electrification of rail networks.
  • Investing in green innovation and sustainable rail infrastructure.
  • Commitment to reducing waste, with a focus on reusing and recycling materials.
  • Developing and implementing nature-based solutions to enhance biodiversity.
Inclusion & Diversity
40% Women
Senior Leadership Target
Aiming for 40% of women in senior leadership roles by 2025 to achieve greater gender balance.
  • Rolling out initiatives to support career progression for all employees, particularly women and ethnic minorities.
  • Ongoing leadership development programs focused on building a more inclusive workplace.
  • Increasing the representation of women in technical roles.
  • Diversifying recruitment efforts, including targeting underrepresented groups.
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