Design Manager - Rail

Egis Group; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Egis Group is seeking a Design Manager to lead engineering teams in the rail sector, focusing on delivering complex design projects. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in engineering, extensive experience in design management, and a strong understanding of rail industry standards. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on major projects in London, supporting climate-responsible growth and community needs.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Design Management within the rail industry.
• Proven ability to lead design functions in complex, multidisciplinary projects.
• Excellent understanding of HS2 and Network Rail standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering teams to deliver track design on major rail projects.
• Manage project programmes and ensure adherence to client expectations.
• Set and maintain high standards for design deliverables.

Skills

Design Management

Engineering

Rail Industry Knowledge

Project Management

BIM Modeling

Education

Degree in Engineering

Professional Registration with Engineering Council

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Company Description

Egis is a leading global consulting, construction engineering and operating firm. We work together with our clients, across every aspect of transport, energy and the built environment to build a more balanced, sustainable and resilient world. The Egis Group has over 50 years' experience and a team of 20,500 employees in over 120 countries around the world. Joining our Group means, above all, sharing our values as a people-first company, strongly committed to sustainability and innovation.

In the UK we're proud to be delivering some of the most iconic projects which help connect people, protect our environment and meet emission reduction targets. From motorways to tramways, nuclear power plants to smart cities, clients choose us to help them solve their most complex challenges - delivering climate-responsible growth that meets the needs of communities, industry, and the planet.

Egis Transport Solutions, a business unit of the Egis Group, brings together all of the necessary expertise for guided urban transport and heavy rail: systems, automation, rolling stock, safety, equipment, civil engineering and the environment.

The role is based in our London office.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled, experienced, and motivated Design Manager to join the Egis Transport Solutions Team. The ideal candidate will have experience in delivering complex high speed and conventional rail major projects.

As a Design Manager, you will be a senior member of the team and will be required to support the Project Director. You will lead and manage engineering teams in within the UK and internationally to deliver track design. We are looking for someone who's dedicated, diligent, and driven, and will take this challenge head on, being an important part of a dynamic team with big ambitions.

Your responsibilities are likely to include:-

• Responsible for providing a clear vision and team direction by leading a high-performing team through the effective management, development and empowerment of staff.
• Manage internal and external resources to produce outputs/deliverables in line with contract requirements and client expectations.
• Retain full control of project programmes, interrogate supply chain programmes and challenge slippage. Work collaboratively to develop and implement mitigation measures.
• Manage CEM and CREs (or equivalent) to ensure governance in compliance with HS2 and Network Rail standards.
• Set and maintain high standards in the production of design deliverables, ensuring information is clear and concise, and risk free. Nurturing a get it right first-time culture within the team.
• Proactively review design documentation to ensure construction risks are mitigated at the design stage.
• Manage the engineering team for production of design drawings, calculations, reports, and supporting documentation in accordance with British Standards & Eurocodes, across projects ranging from GRIP 1 to GRIP 5 / RIBA 2 to 5 / ES1-3.
• Manage the production and coordination of design information in a 3D environment to BIM Standards.
• Manage coordination with the Principal Contractor external design organisations and external parties
• Manage CDM and CSM-REA requirements and processes, ensuring risks are mitigated As Low As Reasonably Practicable (ALARP).
• Produce and maintain design trackers.

Qualifications

Essential:

• Degree in Engineering
• Member of an engineering institute and has Engineering Council Professional Registration
• Extensive experience in Engineering / Technical functions, working in Design Management, with at least strong experience in the rail industry
• Proven capability in managing design for rail projects, especially in multi-disciplinary environments
• Excellent understanding of Track Systems from a technical, design, installation, buildability, and maintenance perspective
• Experience working on complex design and build projects, within a design joint venture
• Excellent understanding of rail engineering, including HS2 and Network Rail standards/regulations (inc CDM, CSM, RIR)
• Experience of multi-disciplinary design and coordination, and the delivery of projects to a high quality, throughout all design stages
• Experience of working in an engineering production environment
• Experience of working with 3D models in a BIM environment

Desirable:

• Excellent knowledge of railway infrastructure, systems, and operating requirements
• Member of the PWI
• Comprehensive knowledge of British Standards and Regulations, and Rail Standards, such as Network Rail, HS2 and TfL
• Good knowledge of NEC contracts and project communications

YOU MUST HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK

Additional Information

We are committed to our planet

In each project we design, engineer and operate we care deeply about the legacy we're leaving behind. As part of our team, you'll have a unique opportunity to use your skills and expertise to shape a better future for our communities in the UK, and all around the globe.

Our commitment is translated in the work carried out by our Egis Foundation, which funds concrete actions to address the climate crisis and is focused on educational and social initiatives that will help in the responsible and sustainable shift towards a sustainable world.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We at EGIS are an Equal Opportunities employer and we recognize the value of a Diverse Organisation. EGIS appreciates all job applications. If you decide to apply for an opportunity at EGIS, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and everyone's contribution as this builds our culture and means, if you work for EGIS, you will be included, listened to, and respected.