Senior Engineer

Overview

Lead design and delivery of rail civil engineering projects, mentoring junior staff.

Key Responsibilities

• design prep
• cost control
• team lead
• bid prep
• client liaison
• quality check

Tasks

-The preparation and checking of designs, calculations, drawings and documentation as part of the production of scheme deliverables that satisfy the overarching criteria of quality, cost and programme. -Responsibility for the commercial success of the projects within their portfolio, controlling budgets and managing the costs associated with the production of deliverables -Overseeing the actions of more junior members of staff undertaking similar tasks and taking responsibility for their actions. -To lead a team, producing technically sound engineering solutions, complying with all relevant technical standards and client requirements, working unsupervised and supervising more junior members of staff undertaking similar tasks -Contributing to the preparation of bids and the general work winning function -To manage the actions of a small to medium sized, locally based single discipline technical team, including the people manager role when required by the business. -Liaising with client and supplier representatives at peer level, attending progress meetings, responding to queries etc.

Requirements

• chartered
• bachelor's
• civil engineering
• rail engineering
• health & safety
• design processes

What You Bring

-Comprehensive knowledge of design processes and procedures relevant to the civil engineering discipline -Successful completion of the initial professional development leading to either Incorporated or Chartered status or an equivalent professional licence and to the level defined by their education -Bachelor's or Master's degree in an appropriate subject or demonstrable equivalent further learning -An ability to produce or oversee the production of technically sound Rail engineering solutions, complying with all relevant technical standards and client requirements -A demonstrable commitment to their plan of action and key dates leading to successful completion of either the professional review or end point assessment, resulting in the award of Incorporated or Chartered status or an equivalent professional licence -Developed experience and expertise within the Civil engineering discipline, probably gained in an engineer role or equivalent within Rail sector. -Experience in undertaking project-related tasks associated with health, safety and welfare, e.g. Construction (Design and Management) Regulations

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Benefits

-Pension – Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to -Save with Amey - Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in. -Choices - Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership -Holidays - Minimum 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays -Working on site, either on a visiting basis or in a full time but temporary role and including out-of-hours working

About Amey

-Headquartered in London, delivers full lifecycle solutions across roads, rail, facilities, and utilities. -Blends data-driven consulting with large-scale delivery, advising on analytics, asset condition, and digital platforms. -Typical projects include major highway improvements, railway electrification, signalling renewals, complex facilities upkeep, and public-sector estate upgrades. -Consulting arm advises on strategic asset management for clients like Network Rail and MTA’s Long Island Rail Road, with operations in North America and Australia. -A standout example is a Birmingham highways turnaround, demonstrating ability to navigate challenges for resilient, long-term infrastructure outcomes. -From restoring historic bridges to optimizing EV charging networks in Manchester via bespoke data models, brings creativity and engineering rigour to projects.

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