Engineering Manager - Railway Engineering Services

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Health and wellbeing support

Gymflex scheme discounts

Comprehensive menopause support

Training and growth opportunities

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is looking for enthusiastic Engineering Managers to lead their Rail Engineering Services team, overseeing the technical delivery of diverse projects across the UK and overseas. The role involves managing multi-disciplinary teams, client relationships, and promoting a culture of safety.

Ideal candidates will have a strong background in railway engineering, experience in the full project lifecycle, and possess a chartered engineering qualification. A hybrid working model offering flexibility is also part of the package.

Qualifications

• Track record of successfully delivering multi-disciplinary projects as an Engineering Manager.
• Strong experience across the full project lifecycle in railway engineering design.
• Ability to challenge project teams confidently on outputs and deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate technical teams to resolve complex problems.
• Manage client and stakeholder relationships to achieve project outcomes.
• Instill a strong safety culture within the project delivery team.

Skills

Engineering project delivery

Railway engineering design

Client relationship management

Health and safety regulations

Multi-disciplinary project management

Education

Chartered or incorporated registration in engineering

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking enthusiastic Engineering Managers to join our expanding Rail Engineering Services team to lead on the technical delivery of our diverse portfolio of rail engineering projects across the UK and overseas.

Responsibilities

• Lead, direct, and coordinate multi‑disciplinary technical teams, and support the resolution of complex technical problems.
• Manage client and stakeholder relationships to achieve desired project outcomes.
• Set an example for health, safety and welfare on your projects and instill a strong safety culture within the delivery team.
• Lead on the development and management of client requirements and other assurance outputs such as assumptions and departures.
• Lead design coordination activities such as integrated design reviews and promote digitalisation to aid delivery.
• Work alongside Project and Design Managers to ensure the technical delivery of rail projects.
• Provide guidance, support and mentorship to aspiring engineering managers.

Team and Clients

You will work on exciting and inspiring projects for a variety of infrastructure owners, national and local governments, public and private sector clients including Network Rail, HS2, regional transport bodies, operators and contractors. You will be part of the Engineering Management and Project Management Service Line – a team of professionally qualified, talented and diverse individuals that work together to:

• Deliver multi‑disciplinary projects for a number of important clients.
• Undertake work across the full design lifecycle, from early concept stage to detailed design and subsequently supporting delivery contractors on site.
• Mentor others in the team, supporting their development by sharing technical knowledge and experience.
• Provide clients with technical excellence through our delivery of projects.

Qualifications

• A track record of successfully delivering multi‑disciplinary projects as an Engineering Manager.
• An engineering specialism and experience in railway engineering design.
• Strong experience in at least one area of the full project lifecycle from initial feasibility studies to detailed design and implementation.
• A strong understanding of CSM, CDM and other health and safety regulations, and the application of "safe by design" techniques.
• An ability to manage multiple workstreams and teams, balancing priorities, making value and delivery judgements/decisions to meet or exceed our client’s expectations.
• Technical knowledge to be able to challenge project teams on outputs/deliverables.
• Experience undertaking roles with specific engineering responsibilities, e.g. CEM, CRE, DPE or PE.
• Chartered or incorporated registration with a relevant professional engineering institution.
• Understanding of client engineering assurance processes.
• Understanding of railway standards.
• We are actively seeking recognised Engineering Managers with demonstrable multidisciplinary delivery experience; proven leaders that have a track record of developing and maintaining client relationships.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience across the full project lifecycle from initial feasibility studies to detailed design and implementation.
• Experience of engineering management of consents‑led schemes.
• Previous experience undertaking the CEM role.
• A track record of mentoring and developing staff.

Benefits

• Hybrid working policy offering flexibility to work from home two days a week and opportunities to collaborate in modern offices across the UK.
• Health and wellbeing support through the Thrive programme and access to virtual GP services.
• Gymflex scheme offering up to 40% off annual gym memberships.
• Comprehensive menopause support package.
• WSP My Hour – one hour each day for personal activities with flexible make‑up.
• Part‑time and flexible working arrangements, option to purchase additional leave and use bank holiday entitlement to suit your needs.
• Supportive environment investing in your growth through training, mentoring and chartership.

EEO Statement

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. Please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.