Assistant Engineering Manager/CRE

Job Introduction

Reporting to the Area Contractor's Engineering Manager (CEM), the Assistant Engineering Manager will be responsible for discharging (Construction) Contractor's Responsible Engineer (CRE) duties, assisting in the review and approval of designs and construction plans, as well as interfacing with Network Rail and representing SCS Railways at T-DWWP (T-minus Delivering Work Within Possession) meetings.

Role Responsibility

• Assist in the Review and approval of Work Package Plans (WPP) and Task Briefing Sheets (TBS) – providing constructive comment to achieve best practice
• Assist in the Review and approval of Permanent Works F002, F003 - providing constructive comment to achieve best practice
• Assist in the Review and approval of Temporary Works F002, F003 - providing constructive comment to achieve best practice
• Assist in the Review of Construction Management Plans (CMPs) against the requirements of Design Management Plans (DMPs) developed from Ground Movement Assessments (GMAs) - providing constructive comment to achieve best practice
• Assist in preparation of AMP Forms
• Assist in site inspections, and visits, as required
• Rostered attendance as required
• Assist in the Tracking of Network Rail deliverables: Site works: WPPs; Design Works: F002/F003; Temporary Works: F002/F003; Rail Asset Surveys & Monitoring: AMP Forms & CMP, TMP
• Represent in T-DWWP review sessions, and provide updates
• Additional point of communication to the Site Package Teams

The Ideal Candidate

• Degree (or equivalent) in relevant engineering discipline (Civil/Mechanical)
• Chartered or near Chartered with Rail project experience sufficient to allow Contractor's Responsible Engineer (CRE) nomination, or to be near nomination

About the Company

The role will work on the HS2 project. HS2 is the UK’s new high speed rail network. It will be a catalyst for economic growth across Britain, freeing up space on the existing railways and connecting 8 out of the UK’s 10 biggest cities with fast, reliable and frequent high speed services

The Skanska | Costain | STRABAG (SCS JV) is delivering the HS2 Main Civils Contracts which include both Lots S1 (Euston Tunnels & Approaches) and S2 (Northolt Tunnels). Scope of works includes twin-bored tunnels (TBM), SCL tunnels, shaft sinking, bridge demolition and reconstruction, services diversions, earthworks and the construction of site compounds.

You’ll be a welcomed member of the wider team, with opportunities to take on additional responsibility, join one of our networks for women, military or LGBT+ staff, and participate in cultural and social events with the local community (e.g. as a STEM ambassador).

Your personal and professional development is important to us. We welcome a discussion about how we can support you with further study, or professional membership or attainment for example.

HS2 – working with Skanska, Costain and STRABAG, closely monitors job applications, to ensure an inclusive recruitment process. To ensure we are able to maintain this, and to recruit a diverse workforce, we require candidates to complete the diversity form as part of their application so we are able to monitor and improve our approach to diversity.  Please note, all responses are anonymous and we will not share any of your data with other parties. All data will be held securely, (as stated within the Data Protection Act 1998) and will be reported to HS2.

It is an SCSJV requirement that all employees, Design House,  and Supply Chains must implement and comply with the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System, ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System with guidance for use”, OHSAS 18001:2017  Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 Information Security Management System, Policies, Plans, Procedures and Processes, and statutory requirements as they affect the Joint Venture ‘s operations and ensure that the requirements, as applicable within their discipline, are effectively implemented on the project. Develop a culture of safety on the project through the absolute commitment to the Zero Accidents target and ethos, and develops a wider awareness of quality, environmental issues and demonstrates commitment to achieve continual improvement and Zero tolerance.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

SCS Railways