Engineering Manager

We are seeking an experienced M&E CEM (Contractors Engineering Manager) to join a growing Rail Infrastructure team delivering major projects across the UK rail network.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong engineering professional to take a leading role in the safe and successful delivery of multidisciplinary rail infrastructure works.

Reporting into the Engineering leadership team, the M&E CEM will provide engineering assurance, technical leadership and coordination across a portfolio of rail projects, ensuring compliance with Network Rail standards, client requirements and industry best practice.

You will act as the focal point for all engineering activities within Mechanical & Electrical disciplines, managing interfaces across design, construction and commissioning teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to programme.

• Lead engineering assurance activities across M&E rail projects
• Undertake the role of Contractors Engineering Manager (CEM) in accordance with Network Rail standards
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering interfaces across rail systems projects
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards, procedures and governance requirements
• Manage design reviews, technical approvals and engineering change processes
• Support project teams through construction, testing and commissioning phases
• Work collaboratively with clients, stakeholders and delivery partners
• Mentor and support developing engineers within the business
• Promote a strong culture of safety, innovation and continuous improvement

• Proven experience operating as a CEM within the rail industry
• Strong background in M&E rail systems, E&P, building services or related infrastructure disciplines
• Detailed understanding of Network Rail engineering assurance processes
• Experience managing multidisciplinary project interfaces
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Degree qualified in a relevant engineering discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Professional membership or chartership desirable
• Full UK driving licence

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid and flexible working opportunities
• Career development and progression pathways
• Opportunity to work on major UK infrastructure projects
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
  
  Long-term project pipeline and career stability

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is treated with fairness, dignity and respect.