Rail Project Engineer

Found in: Talent UK C2 - 1 week ago


Manchester, United Kingdom Mace Full time

Project Engineer – Civil Engineering – Rail

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture and priorities, visit our .

Within our Consult and Construct business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.

The project:

 To manage design and/or construction activities for allocated projects. Managing so that appropriate engineering standards are used in relation to design and/or construction on allocated projects within the national programme with compliance to the requirements of the Guide to Railway Investment Projects (GRIP), relevant legislation, Group and company standards, and Network Rail procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Implementing 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.  Monitoring specific projects managed by infrastructure investment so that they are engineered 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.  Managing 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.  Maintaining 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.  Monitoring design and specialist consultants and contractors.  Providing project management advice in respect of all construction activities, including testing and commissioning and site supervision. Manage so that the design and/or construction elements of relevant projects meet the requirements of current legislation, including construction design management (CDM) regulations.  Monitoring so that the contractor’s design/construction/specialists personnel are competent.  Undertaking reviews of design and/or construction activities. Arranging audits of contractors monitoring safety, environment and quality of design, construction, testing and commissioning and management systems is adequate.  Carrying out the duties of designated project engineer (DPE) for specific projects.  Identifying and sharing best practice across the various project teams. 

About you

·You have successful relevant experience in Civil Engineering.

·You will also have experience working with Network Rail.

·Technical qualifications to HNC/HND or equivalent GNVQ level. be hungry to grow your career and enjoy the opportunities Mace has to offer.

Integrity – Always do the right thing

·You will support the Team in influencing the long term development of strategy for a function or Business Unit (BU), creating a sustainable business future.

·You will commit to making a positive impact for our people, our clients, and our planet, and take ownership for holding others to account who do not uphold the Mace values.

Create opportunity for our people to excel:

·You will support other Managers and junior members of your project team and provide an environment to share knowledge and experience.

·You will actively network, innovate, and seek understanding of best practice, utilising the full depth of knowledge of Mace Group, the Centres of Excellence, Mace Way Control Centre and Knowledge Hub.

·You will provide technical expertise and support to Delivery Teams, creating a culture of ownership, promoting roles and responsibilities.

Safety first - Going home safe and well

·You will be an advocate of Mace's value of Safety First, and be accountable for leading and maintaining exceptional safety, quality, cost, programme, sustainability and project compliance standards.

·You will possess technical expertise in local Health and Safety rules and regulations relevant to project portfolio.

·You will champion a diverse and inclusive working environment, and understand the importance of the wellbeing of the people you manage.


Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria below, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organization. We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.



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