Egis is a global consulting and engineering firm working in construction, transport and mobility services. Joining our Group and its 23,500 employees means, above all, sharing our values as a people‑first company, strongly committed to sustainability and innovation. In the UK we deliver iconic projects that help connect people, protect the environment and meet emission‑reduction targets. We work in the transport and energy sectors, providing consultancy, engineering and operations services for major airports, governments, regulators, cities and rail and road operators. With over 50 years of experience in the rail industry, we have delivered complex multidisciplinary projects worldwide and our expertise extends to depots, operations, maintenance analytics and asset management across all rail aspects, including technical and sustainability assessments and systems infrastructure.
About The Role
Experienced Engineering Design Manager – Major Rail Projects (High‑speed Rail, Metro, Light Rail) to lead the successful delivery of complex, high‑value infrastructure schemes across the UK, Ireland, the Nordics and globally.
You will be responsible for the engineering/design management of large, multidisciplinary project teams, working on the end‑to‑end delivery of major capital and engineering/design‑led projects, from early concept and consenting through detailed design, construction and handover. You will also play a key role in client engagement and governance, contributing to the continued growth of the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and deliver major, complex railway infrastructure projects from inception to completion.
- Manage the engineering/design process, including interface coordination of large multi‑disciplinary teams (internal resources, consultants, contractors and supply‑chain partners).
- Set communication guidelines across disciplines to ensure progress and quality in engineering/design solutions, using best practices to satisfy client needs and requirements.
- Lead technical discussions with clients.
- Act as the client’s senior representative, managing relationships with clients, regulators, statutory bodies and key stakeholders.
- Champion health, safety, environmental, sustainability and customer outcomes, embedding best practice across projects.
- Undertake project and programme reviews to drive continuous improvement and lessons learned.
- Support and lead client engagement.
- Contribute to the professional development of the wider team and the strategic growth of the business.
What We Need From You
- Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
- Proven track record delivering large‑scale, complex construction and/or engineering/design‑led rail infrastructure projects (high‑speed rail, metro, light rail).
- Experience managing and directing large project teams (often 100+ people), both insourced and outsourced.
- Demonstrable experience delivering to demanding schedules, targets and quality standards.
Personal Attributes
- Leader with the ability to motivate and develop project teams.
- Strong problem‑solving skills and a proactive approach.
- Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels in both matrix and non‑matrix environments.
- High level of integrity and professionalism.
- Commitment to Egis’s values and sustainability goals.
- Able to bring energy, positivity, motivation and constructive challenge.
Equal Opportunities
We at Egis are an Equal Opportunities employer and we recognise the value of a Diverse Organisation. EGIS appreciates all job applications, and your application will be assessed purely on experience, essential and desirable criteria and suitability for the role. Each and every contribution is valued and respected in our culture.
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About The Role
Experienced Engineering Design Manager – Major Rail Projects (High‑speed Rail, Metro, Light Rail) to lead the successful delivery of complex, high‑value infrastructure schemes across the UK, Ireland, the Nordics and globally.
You will be responsible for the engineering/design management of large, multidisciplinary project teams, working on the end‑to‑end delivery of major capital and engineering/design‑led projects, from early concept and consenting through detailed design, construction and handover. You will also play a key role in client engagement and governance, contributing to the continued growth of the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and deliver major, complex railway infrastructure projects from inception to completion.
- Manage the engineering/design process, including interface coordination of large multi‑disciplinary teams (internal resources, consultants, contractors and supply‑chain partners).
- Set communication guidelines across disciplines to ensure progress and quality in engineering/design solutions, using best practices to satisfy client needs and requirements.
- Lead technical discussions with clients.
- Act as the client’s senior representative, managing relationships with clients, regulators, statutory bodies and key stakeholders.
- Champion health, safety, environmental, sustainability and customer outcomes, embedding best practice across projects.
- Undertake project and programme reviews to drive continuous improvement and lessons learned.
- Support and lead client engagement.
- Contribute to the professional development of the wider team and the strategic growth of the business.
What We Need From You
- Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
- Proven track record delivering large‑scale, complex construction and/or engineering/design‑led rail infrastructure projects (high‑speed rail, metro, light rail).
- Experience managing and directing large project teams (often 100+ people), both insourced and outsourced.
- Demonstrable experience delivering to demanding schedules, targets and quality standards.
Personal Attributes
- Leader with the ability to motivate and develop project teams.
- Strong problem‑solving skills and a proactive approach.
- Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels in both matrix and non‑matrix environments.
- High level of integrity and professionalism.
- Commitment to Egis’s values and sustainability goals.
- Able to bring energy, positivity, motivation and constructive challenge.
Equal Opportunities
We at Egis are an Equal Opportunities employer and we recognise the value of a Diverse Organisation. EGIS appreciates all job applications, and your application will be assessed purely on experience, essential and desirable criteria and suitability for the role. Each and every contribution is valued and respected in our culture.
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