Lead Surveyor / Senior Surveyor
Network Rail
Operates and maintains the UK’s rail infrastructure, ensuring safe and efficient train travel.
Description
complex transactions
stakeholder advice
team mentoring
innovation strategy
sustainability safety
property deals
You’ll lead on complex acquisitions, easements, disposals and licences - structuring commercial deals to ensure rail projects and inward investment from third parties are delivered on time and on budget. With two direct reports and a strong partnership with our supply chain, this is a fantastic opportunity to step into a technical leadership role with real autonomy. MRICS essential.
- Champion sustainability and safety in everything you do.
- Drive innovation: help shape the future of property strategy within Network Rail.
- Advise senior stakeholders: provide strategic property guidance across major infrastructure projects.
- Manage and mentor: support two surveyors and collaborate with external agents and solicitors.
- Lead complex property transactions: acquisitions, leases, surrenders, compensation claims, and more.
Requirements
mrics
degree
railway
property transactions
general surveying
negotiation
Knowledge of railway property and legislation
Degree-qualified and MRICS accredited
Experience managing complex property transactions
Broad experience in General Practice surveying
Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills
Confident communicator with a strategic mindset
Benefits
Flexible working options to support your work-life balance
See https://www.networkrail.co.uk/careers/life-at-network-rail/ for more about our excellent work-life balance. I welcome part time, job share and flexible working applicants especially for those returning to work after a career break.
A supportive, inclusive team culture
Salary: £55,596-£65,966 + Benefits
Opportunities for career development and progression
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
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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.