Programme Engineering Manager [Track]

NETWORK RAIL; Greater London; On-site; GBP 85,395 - 104,160; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

Rail/underground subsidy

Leisure travel discount

Carer's leave

Healthcare scheme

GymPass discounts

Cycle to work

Job summary

Network Rail in London is seeking an exceptional Programme Engineering Manager (Track) to lead the engineering and project development for the Track discipline within the Southern Renewals Enterprise (SRE). You will oversee governance, regulatory compliance, and quality across the CP7 renewal programme and beyond.

You will manage engineering activities to ensure projects are affordable, safe, and environmentally responsible, delivering on time and within budget while maintaining high safety and

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer with Programme Management experience in the Railway Industry.
• Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering.
• Membership in a recognised Professional Institution.
• Expertise in railway engineering systems, equipment, and implementation.
• Experience of undertaking and leading Track Engineering activities in the design and/or construction phase of projects.
• Competence in Construction Design Management.

Responsibilities

• Leadership & Strategy: Develop and manage the engineering team structure and processes, ensuring efficient delivery of programme schedules, budgets, and quality requirements.
• Systems Integration: Identify and manage the introduction of new systems to the network, including safety approvals and sustainable documentation.
• Safety & Competence: Drive safety, quality, and environmental approvals, while fostering staff development and competence.
• Budget Management: Oversee the engineering budget and support the overall programme budget development.
• Project Oversight: Manage engineering activities to ensure projects are affordable, safe, and environmentally responsible, meeting time, cost, and quality targets.
• Functional Leadership: Provide expert engineering leadership, ensuring adherence to Engineering policies and governance.
• Validation & Verification: Manage robust validation and verification processes for all engineering activities.

Skills

Chartered Engineer

Programme Management

Professional Institution Membership

Railway Engineering Expertise

Track Engineering Leadership

Construction Design Management

Education

Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Who We Are

Join the Southern Region where your work truly matters.

Covering Wessex, Sussex, and Kent, the Southern Region is one of the busiest and most dynamic parts of the railway. Our teams keep some of the UK's most vital passenger and freight routes moving every single day.

This is a place where collaboration, innovation, and resilience are key and where your contribution will directly impact millions of journeys. We are entering an exciting new chapter as we integrate with train operating companies under one national leadership, creating even greater opportunities to shape the future of rail.

From supporting major modernisation programmes to improving performance for local communities and enhancing safety across complex operational environments, Southern offers a fast‑paced, rewarding environment to grow your career and make a real difference.

About the role

Are you ready to lead and innovate in the UK rail industry? We are looking for an exceptional Programme Engineering Manager (Track) to join the ground‑breaking Southern Renewals Enterprise (SRE) a 10‑year initiative revolutionising renewals for Control Period 7 (CP7) and beyond.

In this pivotal role, you will oversee the engineering and project development for the Track discipline, ensuring compliance with Network Rail (NR) and SRE governance, regulatory requirements, and the highest quality standards. Join us in shaping the future of rail infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Strategy: Develop and manage the engineering team structure and processes, ensuring efficient delivery of programme schedules, budgets, and quality requirements.
• Systems Integration: Identify and manage the introduction of new systems to the network, including safety approvals and sustainable documentation.
• Safety & Competence: Drive safety, quality, and environmental approvals, while fostering staff development and competence.
• Budget Management: Oversee the engineering budget and support the overall programme budget development.
• Project Oversight: Manage engineering activities to ensure projects are affordable, safe, and environmentally responsible, meeting time, cost, and quality targets.
• Functional Leadership: Provide expert engineering leadership, ensuring adherence to Engineering policies and governance.
• Validation & Verification: Manage robust validation and verification processes for all engineering activities.

Your experience and skills

Essential

• Chartered Engineer with proven Programme Management experience in the Railway Industry.
• Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering.
• Membership in a recognised Professional Institution.
• Expertise in railway engineering systems, equipment, and implementation.
• Experience of undertaking and leading Track Engineering activities in the design and/or construction phase of projects.
• Competence in Construction Design Management.

Desirable

• Experience leading large programmes or projects.
• Track record in railway engineering design and development.

Band & Salary: £85,395 - £104,160

Vacancy type: Perm

Location: London Blackfriars

Closing date: 11th August 2026

We’re an organisation where people matter. We matter to millions.

We offer excellent benefits, including:

• Generous annual leave with the option to buy/sell days.
• Defined benefit pension scheme.
• 75% subsidy on rail and underground season tickets.
• Up to 75% off leisure travel.
• Carer's leave to support those who matter.
• Healthcare Scheme, GymPass discounts, Cycle to work plus more.
• We offer generous maternity, paternity, and adoption leave to support our employees during significant life moments.

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