Track​/Civils CEM; Contractors Engineering Manager

Track / Civils CEM (Contractor’s Engineering Manager)

Location:

Kent (3-4 days per week on site)

Employment Type:

Permanent

Salary:
Up to £90,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus

This is a key leadership role, responsible for ensuring engineering excellence, safety, and compliance across major rail infrastructure projects.

As a CEM, you will take full responsibility for engineering delivery within your discipline, ensuring all works are planned, managed, and executed in line with industry standards and project requirements.

• Act as the appointed Contractor’s Engineering Manager (CEM) for track and/or civil engineering works
• Provide technical leadership and assurance across project delivery
• Ensure compliance with Network Rail standards and relevant legislation
• Manage engineering interfaces and coordinate multidisciplinary teams
• Review and approve designs, methodologies, and technical submissions
• Support project teams with risk management and technical problem-solving

• Current Authorization as a CEM in Track and/or Civil Engineering
• Strong experience working with a main contractor on UK rail infrastructure projects
• Availability to work in Kent 3-4 days per week
• Excellent knowledge of Network Rail standards and processes

• Chartered Engineer status (CEng)
• Proven leadership experience managing engineering teams on complex rail projects

• Salary up to £90,000
• Car allowance
• Performance‑related bonus
• Long‑term, stable opportunity with a reputable contractor
• Involvement in high‑profile rail infrastructure projects