Lead Senior Civil Engineer

Amey Ltd; York and North Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career growth

Training opportunities

Pension

Holidays 24 days

Flexible benefits

Exclusive discounts

Social impact

Job summary

Amey Ltd is recruiting a Permanent Lead Senior Civil Engineer to join the Structures assessments team (CAFA account) with roles in Liverpool, York, Cardiff or Crawley. Hybrid working with a minimum of 3 days in the office weekly.

You will provide technical leadership for rail structure assessment, including bridges, tunnels and related assets, ensuring safety and compliance with Amey and Network Rail standards. The role includes mentoring, client liaison, and opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering or related subject.
• Chartered Engineer or Incorporated Engineer status (CEng/IEng) or working towards.
• Thorough knowledge of design/analysis software such as Superstress, LUSAS, Tedds, MasterSeries, STAAD, Archie-M, Ring.
• Extensive railway structure inspection, assessment and design experience.
• Experience mentoring staff and developing professional qualifications.
• Strong knowledge of health, safety, environmental and sustainability regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and check technical assessment/design remits, calculations, reports and drawings to standards.
• Lead inspections and on-site technical leadership as required.
• Maintain high technical standards per Technical Specification and Amey IMS/HSEQ.
• Provide coaching and feedback to junior staff on drawings, reports and calculations.
• Support training and development for staff to achieve professional qualifications.
• Engage with clients and third parties to maintain strong relationships.
• Ensure CDM and safety requirements are applied in CAFA structures assessments.
• Contribute to cost estimates and delivery to programme, budget, and client requirements.

Skills

CEng/IEng

Rail structures experience

Mentoring

Health & Safety knowledge

Client liaison

Project leadership

Education

Civil engineering degree (Bachelors/Master)

Chartered Engineer (CEng/IEng) or working towards

Tools

Superstress

LUSAS

Tedds

MasterSeries

STAAD

Archie-M

Ring

Job description

Requisition ID12694-Posted30/09/2026-Transport Infrastructure-York - Business Centre

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Permanent Lead Senior Civil Engineer to join our Structures assessments team (CAFA account) in Liverpool, York, Cardiff or Crawley – Hybrid working with an expectation to be in the office a minimum of 3 days a week.

In this role, you will Provide technical leadership delivering the assessment of rail structures, including Underline bridges, Overline bridges, Footbridges, Undercrofts, Canopies, Train and Depot sheds, Side Bridges, Tunnels (that directly support external traffic loads) and other structures. Ensuring compliance with Company and Network Rail management process and systems, aiming to ensure the highest standards of safety.

This role offers you the unique opportunity to be a part of a varied team supporting a full range of Engineering technical grades, whilst continually learning and developing your own skills further.

What You’ll Do:

• Preparation and check of technical assessment/design remits, calculations, reports and drawings, complying with all relevant technical standards and client requirements.
• Preparation for and undertaking inspection/examination of assets, providing on-site technical leadership, where required.
• Maintaining high technical standards, consistent with the project Technical Specification and in accordance with the requirements of the Amey Integrated Management System including Health & Safety, Environmental and all other appropriate regulations relevant standards and HSEQ documentation.
• Maintaining knowledge of industry best practice and where appropriate applying best practice and independent engineering judgement within the team environment.
• Leading the supervision and mentoring of less experienced or junior staff in the production of technical drawings, reports, calculations and provision of feedback as appropriate.
• Providing office or contract level support to the training, mentoring and development of staff to achieve appropriate professional qualifications and career ambitions, playing an active role in the delivery of training programmes.
• Engaging in client and third-party liaison and maintaining good working relationships that enhance the reputation of the company.
• Ensuring that health, safety and environmental compliance requirements, including the CDM Regulations, are applied within a defined proportion of the structures assessments (CAFA business)
• Working with the project team in the preparation of cost estimates and subsequent successful delivery of commissions to programme, within budget and to the client’s requirements.

Why Join Us?

At Amey, we don’t just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to build fulfilling careers. As one of the top 1% of employers recognised by Investors in People, we are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions.
• Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities to roles like Principal Civil Engineer.
• Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded apprenticeship/membership, tailored to your growth.
• Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award-winning programs like our Leadership Development, Women@Amey, and Multicultural Leadership programs.
• Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind.
• Holidays: Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 5 days! Giving you plenty of time to relax and recharge.
• Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
• Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelors or master’s degree in civil engineering or associated subject – or equivalent.
• Chartered Engineer or Incorporated Engineer (CEng / IEng through ICE, CIHT or IStructE) or working towards.
• Thoroughly conversant with industry design/analysis software, e.g. Superstress, Lusas, Tedds, Masterseries, STAAD, Archie-M, Ring, etc.
• Extensive experience in railway structure inspection, assessment and design schemes.
• Strong experience in the assessment / design of all major construction materials, including historical materials, e.g. cast iron, wrought iron.
• Proven track record in the training, mentoring and development of staff to achieve appropriate professional qualifications and career ambitions.
• In depth knowledge of current and relevant health and safety, environmental and sustainability legislation.
• Previous exposure to local and national Clients, e.g. Network Rail Routes, Local Authorities, Network Rail National, Principal Contractors.
• Strong experience in the delivery of structure designs and/or assessments through Highways England and/or Network Rail national standards.
• Demonstrable experience successfully leading teams in the production of contract specific deliverables to programme, budget and quality

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact on our business and contribute to a shared, sustainable future, we invite you to join us in advancing our strategy and driving positive change.

Application Guidance

At Amey, we value a culture ff diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to shine.

As a Disability Confident leader, we’re proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

If you have any questions or need any adjustments during the recruitment process, don’t hesitate to reach out to Sabira Suleman, our recruiter for this role, at [e-mail].