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We are seeking a Senior Engineer to join our Civils South West team, delivering critical geotechnical and drainage works as part of the CP7 framework. This is a key role managing engineering processes from design through to delivery, ensuring compliance, safety, and quality across multiple sites.

You will act as the Construction Responsible Engineer (CRE) for design sign-off, lead a team of engineers and apprentices, and liaise closely with design managers and subcontractors to ensure successful project outcomes.

• Manage engineering processes from design to delivery on CP7 geotechnical and drainage works.
• Act as CRE for design sign-off and technical assurance.
• Oversee health & safety inspections and compliance.
• Lead and mentor a team (graduate engineer, apprentices, site engineers).
• Manage subcontractors and challenge non-conformance.
• Handle technical queries, RFIs, NCRs, and material acceptance requests (MARS).
• Prepare and approve work package plans, CPPs, task briefs, and risk control schedules.
• Attend IDC/IDR meetings and liaise with design managers.
• Programme works and ensure timely delivery.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Rail experience (Network Rail processes preferred).
• Strong civil engineering background (geotechnical/drainage).
• Ability to manage subcontractors and engineering teams.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications:

• Civil Engineering degree (preferably Master’s).
• CSCS card.
• PTS (Personal Track Safety) – training can be provided.
• SMSTS or SSSTS (training can be provided).

Desirable:

• CRE experience.
• Membership of ICE and/or working towards chartership.

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time - 40 hours - Monday to Friday

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Fairness, Inclusion and Respect (FIR) at Taylor Woodrow is about recognising and celebrating each other’s differences and what they bring to the team.
Harnessing this diversity and applying the experiences, abilities and unique qualities of individuals will enhance our business; therefore, we commit to equity of opportunity and fair treatment of all current and potential employees and encourage job applications from all.
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