Assistant Construction Consultant - Rail

Mace; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy is seeking an Assistant Construction Consultant for its Rail team in Greater London. This role involves ensuring the safety and integrity of infrastructure works while liaising with key client Network Rail. Responsibilities include monitoring compliance, supporting constructability reviews, and managing documentation. Ideal candidates will possess knowledge of Network Rail standards and experience in rail project delivery. Flexibility in working arrangements is possible, making this an inclusive opportunity for all candidates.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Network Rail standards and assurance principles.
• Experience managing construction activities and delivering rail projects.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and apply health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Monitor construction activities for compliance with standards.
• Support constructability reviews and design risk assessments.
• Validate interdisciplinary checks to maintain quality assurance.

Skills

Knowledge of Network Rail standards and assurance principles

Experience delivering rail projects

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Stakeholder engagement skills

Job description

Assistant Construction Consultant - Rail at Mace

Our Rail team is growing and we have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Construction Assurance Specialist to join us on a permanent basis. In this role you will represent Mace whilst interfacing with our key client Network Rail. Reporting to the Construction Manager you will deliver construction assurance and governance for third‑party and outside‑party works, ensuring safety and integrity of Network Rail’s infrastructure.

You’ll Be Responsible For

• Monitoring construction activities to ensure compliance with standards and governance.
• Supporting constructability reviews and design risk assessments.
• Validating interdisciplinary checks to maintain quality assurance.
• Reviewing and approving construction phase and work package plans.
• Collating and submitting documentation for acceptance and compliance.
• Tracking and reporting discrepancies between planned and actual works.
• Assisting with AMP/EIS processes for asset data exchange.
• Identifying and reporting quality or performance issues promptly.
• Liaising with site teams and stakeholders to drive collaboration.
• Maintaining site diaries and contributing to assurance reporting.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Network Rail standards and assurance principles.
• Experience delivering rail projects and managing construction activities.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and apply H&S procedures.
• Strong communication, organisation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Working towards professional membership and developing commercial acumen.
• Awareness of sustainability and carbon considerations in project delivery.

Our values

• Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.
• Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long‑term relationships with our clients.
• Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.
• Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with‐in the role.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Construction