Senior Engineering Manager (Railway)

Overview

Lead delivery with vision. We are proud to do great work across a wide variety of projects. Our collaborative environment values everyone’s voice and treats everyone equally. We are passionate, but don’t take ourselves too seriously. Flexible, remote and hybrid working policies support a healthy work‑life balance.

Your Role

• Technical Leadership of Major Projects and Programmes in Transportation.
• Leadership, supervision and preparation of engineering design packages for all types of rail and light rail engineering projects through the full project lifecycle.
• Managing the Engineering Budget and Programme to ensure on‑time and on‑budget delivery.
• Undertaking the role of Contractor’s Engineering Manager (CEM) on a range of projects.
• Leadership of CSM/CDM requirements.
• Creating a cohesive design team including local, national & international resources.
• Ensuring successful delivery of projects by coordinating cross‑discipline interfaces.
• Utilising systems thinking and systems engineering approaches to delivery assurance.
• Building and maintaining close working relationships with our clients.
• Preparation of pre‑qualification responses, proposals and tenders.
• Growing the Engineering Management workbank and seeking new opportunities.

About You

• Proven Engineering Management delivery experience of multi‑disciplinary railway and/or light rail project design and construction.
• Proven experience in a technical management role.
• Proven experience undertaking the role of CEM.
• An Engineering or other relevant numerate degree qualification.
• Chartered or Incorporated Status within your core engineering discipline (civil / electrical / mechanical).
• Comprehensive understanding of relevant safety, standards and regulations associated with the UK rail and/or light rail sector.
• Proven track record of growing and maintaining your workbank.
• Experience heading technical responses to pre‑qualification, proposals and tenders, including pricing elements.
• Proven ability to mentor and support junior colleagues in technical engineering design excellence.

Reward & benefits

Explore rewards and benefits that help you thrive at every stage of your life and career. Competitive salaries, employee rewards and a variety of benefits tailored to suit your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Training and professional development opportunities to grow your skills and expertise, hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances balance a great job with fulfilling personal life.

About AtkinsRéalis

AtkinsRéalis is a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We are committed to leading our clients across various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels they belong – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities.

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance; offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If necessary, it will be discussed at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of UK residency of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role, please do not make reference to or include any current or previously held security clearance details in your application or CV.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

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