Section Engineer - Rail - Access for All Projects – North West – Contract INSIDE IR35
Location: North West
Type: Freelance
Sector: Rail Infrastructure
Rate: £475-£500 (Inside IR35)
We are currently recruiting for a Section Engineer to join a leading rail contractor delivering a portfolio of Access for All (AfA) schemes across the UK. These projects are focused on improving accessibility at railway stations and typically include the construction of lift shafts, footbridges, staircases, platform extensions, reinforced concrete structures, drainage, foundations and associated station infrastructure.
This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-profile Network Rail projects that enhance passenger accessibility while contributing to some of the UK's most important rail infrastructure upgrades.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and coordinate site engineering activities across multiple work fronts.
- Supervise Site Engineers and Setting Out Engineers.
- Ensure works are delivered in accordance with approved drawings, specifications and programme requirements.
- Produce and review Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), Quality Records and As-Built documentation.
- Liaise with the Section Manager, Site Agent and Project Manager to ensure successful project delivery.
- Coordinate subcontractors and specialist suppliers.
- Review technical drawings and identify potential design or construction issues.
- Support Temporary Works activities including design briefs and implementation.
- Raise and manage RFIs, Technical Queries and NCRs where required.
- Ensure compliance with Network Rail standards and project quality requirements.
- Monitor progress and provide engineering input into planning and programme activities.
- Promote high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance.
Requirements
- Proven experience working as a Section Engineer on rail infrastructure projects.
- Previous delivery experience on station upgrades, Access for All schemes, bridges, structures, lift shafts or platform works.
- Strong background in reinforced concrete, steel structures, foundations and civil engineering works.
- Experience managing site engineering teams and subcontractors.
- Excellent understanding of quality assurance processes and documentation.
- Ability to coordinate engineering and construction activities in a live rail environment.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Essential Qualifications
- HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering.
- Valid PTS.
- CSCS Card.
- SMSTS or SSSTS.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
Desirable
- Experience working on Network Rail Frameworks.
- Temporary Works Coordinator or Temporary Works Supervisor training.
- Experience delivering lift installation projects and station accessibility improvements.
- Knowledge of CRE/CEM processes.
- Familiarity with GRIP/PACE project delivery processes.
What's on Offer?
- Opportunity to work on a long-term portfolio of Access for All projects.
- Exposure to complex station and structures schemes.
- Work with a leading rail contractor delivering nationally significant infrastructure projects.
If you are a Section Engineer with rail and civil engineering experience looking to play a key role in delivering major station accessibility upgrades, we'd like to hear from you.