Senior Engineer

Project: 40 million rail infrastructure scheme
Duration: Approximately 3 to 4 years

The opportunity

We are working with a leading UK civil engineering contractor to appoint a Senior Engineer on a 40 million embankment stabilisation scheme on a major railway line near Reading.

This complex and technically challenging project will be delivered within a live railway environment. With around 3 to 4 years of work ahead, it offers long term stability and the chance to make a lasting impact on one of the UK's critical transport networks.

Scope of works

• Embankment stabilisation within a live rail environment
• Soil nailing operations
• Drainage installation and improvement works
• Site establishment and vegetation clearance
• Associated civil engineering and earthworks packages

The role

You will take responsibility for the engineering management of a section of the project, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, on programme and to the highest quality standards. Working closely with site management, subcontractors, designers and client stakeholders, you will also provide leadership to the site engineering team.

Key responsibilities

• Leading engineering activities on allocated sections of work
• Developing and implementing construction methodologies
• Managing engineering teams and coordinating site activities
• Reviewing and managing risk assessments and method statements
• Liaising with designers, consultants, subcontractors and client representatives
• Solving engineering and logistical challenges on site
• Monitoring programme performance and critical path activities
• Maintaining accurate site records, reports and documentation
• Supporting cost control and contributing to estimates and commercial reporting
• Driving continuous improvement and innovative engineering solutions

What you will need

• Degree, HNC, HND or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering
• Experience as a Senior Engineer or experienced Site Engineer on major infrastructure projects
• A background in rail, earthworks, embankment stabilisation, geotechnical, highways or heavy civil engineering
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies and engineering principles
• Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating multidisciplinary teams
• Knowledge of health, safety, environmental and quality standards on major projects
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• The ability to work collaboratively while taking ownership of engineering delivery