Senior Engineer; Rail Civils

Our client, a reputable organisation in the rail sector, is currently seeking a Senior Engineer (Rail Civils) to join their team on a contractual basis. This role is focused on track drainage and involves acting as the Contractor's Responsible Engineer (CRE) on a significant rail infrastructure programme in and around London. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a deep technical understanding of permanent way drainage systems and experience in compliance and assurance processes within a rail environment.

• Act as CRE for Track Drainage, ensuring all works are designed, delivered, and assured in accordance with /L2 responsibilities.
• Lead the technical delivery of track drainage works, including survey reviews, assessments, and design input.
• Provide engineering assurance across construction activities, ensuring compliance with Network Rail standards and project specifications.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (P-Way, Civils, Geotechnical, Environmental) to ensure integrated solutions.
• Review WPPs, ITPs, designs, method statements, and technical submissions.
• Support site teams with engineering guidance, technical decision-making, and resolution of drainage-related issues.
• Lead design and construction risk management relating to track drainage assets.
• Attend key project meetings and represent the discipline from an engineering assurance standpoint.
• Ensure safety, quality, and compliance remain central throughout design and delivery.

• Proven experience as a CRE (or acting CRE) within the UK rail sector.
• Strong background in track drainage systems, drainage design principles, and rail infrastructure construction.
• Excellent understanding of Network Rail standards, assurance processes, and project governance.
• Ability to interface confidently with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Chartered or near-Chartered status (CEng, IEng) preferred but not essential.
• Strong problem-solving capability and a proactive approach to technical challenges.
• Experience working on major rail projects in London or other complex operational environments.

• Competitive Inside IR35 day rate.
• Long-term, high-profile rail project work with a respected delivery team.
• Hybrid project environments with frequent site and office presence.
• Opportunity to shape a key discipline on a major infrastructure programme.

If you are an experienced Senior Engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding contractual position in the rail sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and skilled team in London.