Engineering Manager

NRL; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to oversee major rail and civil engineering projects. This role involves managing multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe and timely delivery of complex infrastructure works, including structures and tunnels. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering and substantial experience in heavy civil works, demonstrating strong leadership and stakeholder management abilities. Join our commitment to sustainability and innovative project delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Engineering Manager on large-scale rail and civil engineering projects.
• Strong knowledge of structures, tunnels, viaducts, and heavy civil works.
• Expertise in concrete and steel construction techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering teams across large rail and civil projects.
• Oversee design, planning, and execution of heavy civil engineering works.
• Manage technical assurance processes and interface with stakeholders.

Skills

Engineering management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Chartered Engineer status

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead and oversee major rail and civil engineering projects. The successful candidate will manage multidisciplinary teams and ensure the safe, timely, and cost-effective delivery of complex infrastructure works, including structures, tunnels, viaducts, and large-scale concrete and steel construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead engineering teams across large rail and civil projects, ensuring compliance with design standards and safety regulations.
• Oversee the design, planning, and execution of works involving structures, tunnels, viaducts, and heavy civil engineering.
• Manage technical assurance processes and interface with design consultants, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Ensure quality control and adherence to specifications for concrete and steel construction.
• Drive innovation and best practices in engineering methodologies and project delivery.
• Provide leadership in risk management, cost control, and resource allocation.
• Act as the technical authority for engineering decisions and problem-solving.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as an Engineering Manager on large-scale rail and civil engineering projects.
• Strong knowledge of structures, tunnels, viaducts, and heavy civil works.
• Expertise in concrete and steel construction techniques.
• Familiarity with relevant standards (e.g., Network Rail, Eurocodes, BS codes).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline; Chartered Engineer status preferred.

Desirable

• Experience with major infrastructure programs (e.g., HS2, Crossrail, large rail upgrades).
• Knowledge of BIM and digital engineering tools.
• Understanding of environmental and sustainability considerations in civil works.

The NRL Group connects global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.

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