Engineering Manager – Rail Engineering Services
We are seeking enthusiastic Engineering Managers to join our expanding Rail Engineering Services team to lead on the technical delivery of our diverse portfolio of rail engineering projects across the UK and overseas.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, direct, and coordinate multi‑disciplinary technical teams, and support the resolution of complex technical problems;
- Manage client and stakeholder relationships to achieve desired project outcomes;
- Set an example for health, safety and welfare on your projects and instill a strong safety culture within the delivery team;
- Lead on the development and management of client requirements and other assurance outputs (i.e. assumptions and departures);
- Lead design coordination activities such as integrated design reviews and promote digitalisation to aid delivery;
- Work alongside Project and Design Managers to ensure the technical delivery of Rail projects;
- Provide guidance, support, and mentorship to aspiring engineering managers.
Team Environment
- Deliver multi‑disciplinary projects for national and local government, public and private sector clients including Network Rail, HS2, regional transport bodies, operators and contractors;
- Undertake work across the full design lifecycle, from early concept stage to detailed design and subsequently support delivery contractors on site;
- Mentor others in the team, supporting their development by sharing technical knowledge and experience;
- Provide clients with technical excellence through our delivery of projects.
Essential Qualifications
- A track record of successfully delivering multi‑disciplinary projects as an Engineering Manager;
- An engineering specialism and experience in railway engineering design;
- Strong experience in at least one area of the full project lifecycle from initial feasibility studies to detailed design and implementation;
- A strong understanding of CSM, CDM and other health and safety regulations, and the application of “safe by design” techniques;
- An ability to manage multiple workstreams and teams, balancing priorities, making value and delivery judgements/decisions to meet or exceed our client’s expectations;
- Technical knowledge to challenge project teams on outputs/deliverables;
- Experience undertaking roles with specific engineering responsibilities, e.g. CEM, CRE, DPE or PE;
- Chartered or incorporated registration with a relevant professional engineering institution;
- Understanding of client engineering assurance processes;
- Understanding of railway standards.
Desirable Experience
- Experience across the full project lifecycle from initial feasibility studies to detailed design and implementation;
- Experience of engineering management of consents‑led schemes;
- Previous experience undertaking the CEM role;
- A track record of mentoring and developing staff.
Benefits & Work Environment
Work‑life balance
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
Inclusivity & Belonging
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences, encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work.
Health & Wellbeing
We provide a Virtual GP service, reasonable workplace adjustments, the Gymflex scheme, and a comprehensive menopause support package.
Flex your time
WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day. We also provide part‑time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
Your development
We invest in your growth through training, mentoring, and chartership programs.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria; please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.
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