Civils CRE ( Construction )

Randstad Construction and Property; Manchester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Construction and Property is seeking an experienced Civil Construction CRE to join the work winning team in Manchester. This is a 6-month contract inside IR35.

You will sign off as the nominated Construction CRE, manage WPPs/ITPs, coordinate with Design CRE/CEM to resolve RFIs, ensure NR standards compliance, and lead on-site safety and quality inspections with the delivery teams.

Qualifications

• Must have Network Rail CRE (Construction) acceptance on civil/infrastructure projects.
• Degree or HND/HNC in Civil Engineering; Chartered/Incorporated Engineer status desirable.
• Valid PTS, CSCS Black/Gold Card, and SMSTS.
• Deep knowledge of heavy civil engineering (structures, earthworks, drainage, platforms).
• Understanding of Network Rail standards NR/L2/CIV and CDM 2015.

Responsibilities

• Sign off as the nominated Construction CRE, taking technical and engineering accountability for civil construction activities on site.
• Review, sign off, and enforce Work Package Plans (WPPs), Task Briefs (TBSs), and Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Work closely with the Design CRE and CEM to resolve technical queries (RFIs) and manage design changes or variations.
• Ensure all construction works comply with Network Rail standards, Railway Group Standards, and project specifications.
• Manage temporary works on site, ensuring compliance with BS 5975 and working closely with the TWC.
• Conduct regular site inspections, engineering audits, and quality checks to drive zero-defect delivery.
• Lead engineering shift handovers, progress updates, and technical briefings with site delivery teams.

Skills

Network Rail CRE

Site engineering

RFI management

CDM knowledge

Education

Civil Engineering degree / HND / HNC

Chartered or Incorporated Engineer desirable

Tools

PTS

CSCS Black/Gold

SMSTS

Job description

My client, an industry leading construction and civil engineering firm are looking for an experienced Civil's Construction CRE to join their work winning team in Manchester.

This is a 6 month contract, inside IR35.

Candidate Responsibilities:

• Sign off as the nominated Construction CRE, taking technical and engineering accountability for civil construction activities on site.
• Review, sign off, and enforce Work Package Plans (WPPs), Task Briefs (TBSs), and Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Work closely with the Design CRE and CEM to resolve technical queries (RFIs) and manage design changes or variations seamlessly.
• Ensure all construction works comply with Network Rail standards, Railway Group Standards, and project specifications.
• Manage temporary works on site, ensuring compliance with BS 5975 and working closely with the TWC.
• Conduct regular site inspections, engineering audits, and quality checks to drive zero-defect delivery.
• Lead engineering shift handovers, progress updates, and technical briefings with site delivery teams.

Candidate Requirements:

• Proven track record of holding Network Rail CRE (Construction) acceptance on civil engineering/infrastructure projects.
• Degree or HND/HNC in Civil Engineering (or equivalent experience). Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status (MICE/ICE) is desirable.
• Valid PTS (Personal Track Safety), CSCS Black/Gold Card, and SMSTS.
• Deep knowledge of heavy civil engineering (e.g., structures, earthworks, drainage, platform extensions, piling, bridges).
• Comprehensive understanding of Network Rail standards (NR/L2/CIV, NR/L2/INI/02009, etc.) and CDM Regulations 2015.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.