Project Engineer Temporary Works Civils Midlands/North 2

HS2 (High Speed Two); Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Engineer to join their team in Birmingham. This role involves ensuring compliance with construction regulations and providing technical assurance throughout project stages. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, decision-making abilities, and technical leadership in a dynamic environment. With a commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, this organization values diversity and offers flexible working arrangements, alongside a competitive salary and benefits package. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to developing the UK's high-speed rail network and making a positive impact on the community.

Benefits

Flexible benefits fund

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Support for personal growth

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of UK construction regulations and CDM requirements.
• Experience in managing engineering projects with safety activities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with BS5975, PAS 8811, and CDM 2015 regulations.
• Provide technical assurance and manage risk throughout project stages.

Skills

Complex problem solving

Decision making

Technical leadership

Technical communication

Education

Chartered Engineer status or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Description

Location: Two Snowhill - Birmingham

Salary: Base salary from £40,750 to £50,950 per annum, depending on skills and experience. Additionally, we offer a flexible benefits fund of 20%, paid on top of the base salary and fully pensionable, along with a range of competitive benefits available on our website.

HS2 Ltd is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and able to reach their full potential. We promote positive adjustments, flexible working arrangements, thriving staff networks, and opportunities for personal and professional development.

We are seeking a Project Engineer to work within the HS2 Temporary Works sector, ensuring compliance with BS5975, PAS 8811, and CDM 2015 regulations. The role involves managing risk and ensuring the technical assurance and approval of temporary works throughout all project stages, from design to removal.

About the role:

1. Provide technical assurance through the production, checking, and submission of evidence for technical stage gates.
2. Ensure design and construction meet technical, sponsor, and applicable standards through planned reviews and spot-checks.
3. Support the Head of Engineering and Environment in fulfilling NEC3 Supervisor and Principal Designer roles as per CDM 2015.
4. Communicate HS2 engineering requirements to contractors and respond to technical queries.
5. Guide on design solutions, promote best practices, and identify efficiencies within the IPT.
6. Collaborate with technical specialists to develop cost-effective mitigation strategies and support system integration.

Actively promote and embed Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in all work activities and support organizational policies on EDI.

About You:

Skills:

• Complex problem solving: Ability to identify complex issues, review information, and implement solutions, managing multiple workstreams and stakeholder demands.
• Decision making: Ability to synthesize information, evaluate options, and make sound judgments based on data and analysis.
• Technical leadership: Provide specialist support and leadership in at least one technical discipline, knowing when to seek further guidance.
• Technical communication: Effectively communicate technical ideas within your discipline to colleagues.

Knowledge:

• UK construction regulations, including CDM requirements.
• Understanding of HS2's regulatory and legislative framework.
• Commercial awareness related to cost, schedule, and delivering integrated solutions.
• Chartered Engineer status or equivalent experience.

Experience:

• Managing standards, engineering, and safety activities on engineering projects.
• Handling competing project demands with cost and schedule implications.

The post-holder must exemplify HS2 values: Safety, Leadership, Integrity, and Respect.

Note: HS2 Ltd cannot sponsor visas; applicants must have the right to work in the UK and pass pre-employment checks.

We value diversity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Please ensure your CV is updated and anonymized as part of the application process.

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

About Us

HS2 Ltd is developing the UK's new high-speed rail network, aiming to improve capacity, reduce journey times, boost the economy, and create jobs. We are committed to a diverse workforce and a safe, inclusive working environment based on our core values.

We promote flexible working, staff networks, and professional development to support our employees' growth and well-being.

HS2 Ltd is a safety-critical organization; employees are expected to work safely and responsibly at all times.