Project Engineer - CRE Civils (Temp Works)

Octavius Infrastructure; St Albans; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering organisation is seeking a Civils Project Engineer for a project in St Albans, England. The role involves ensuring the safe and timely completion of projects, implementing quality controls, and collaborating with various teams. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering, strong communication skills, and background in railway infrastructure. The company offers a competitive rewards package, including a Company Car scheme, Private Healthcare, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Company Car scheme

Private Healthcare

Pension

Life Assurance cover

25 days Annual Leave

Enhanced Paternity & Maternity package

Qualifications

• Strong communication and documentation skills are essential.
• Demonstrable competence in a TWC role is necessary.
• Must hold a full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Implement Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality controls.
• Manage day-to-day construction engineering activities.
• Provide construction technical support to the CEM and site teams.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and ensure compliance.

Skills

Design and installation experience

Ability to manage and direct site staff

Knowledge of railway infrastructure work

Strong communication and documentation skills

Problem-Solving skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Adaptability

Resilience under pressure

Ethical Conduct

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Office applications

Job description

Octavius Infrastructure are excited to be a part of the North West Central framework delivering rail infrastructure upgrades between Stratford and Crewe.We are recruiting for a Civils Project Engineer to join the team focused on a project in Bushey, Hertfordshire.

We are a leading civil engineering organisation delivering safe, sustainable, and efficient transport solutions across the UK.

In this role you'll ensure the safe and timely completion of projects, undertaking the role of Contractors Responsible Engineer (CRE) supporting the Contractors Engineering Manager (CEM), collectively working to enhance design, construction and quality standards.

You’ll be working on…. (what your role and responsibility is)

Responsibilities

• Implement Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality controls.
• Manage day-to-day construction engineering activities.
• Collaborate with the CEM, Project Manager, Design Manager, and CREs for alignment.
• Provide construction technical support to the CEM, Project Manager and site teams.
• Review and respond to Technical Queries and participate in reviews.
• Work closely with the Project Commercial team for accurate cost estimates.
• Liaise with the Project Planner and construction affiliates for project plans.
• Review designs.
• Control work packages and ensure cost and milestone adherence.
• Provide progress updates and reports to the Planning Engineer.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and ensure compliance.
• Report safety, environmental, and compliance incidents.

You’ll receive…. (because we value you)

We offer a competitive rewards package, including a Company Car scheme, Private Healthcare, Pension, Life Assurance cover, 25 days Annual Leave (and a day off for your birthday). You’ll also have access to Hybrid working where possible, an enhanced Paternity & Maternity package and the opportunity to develop yourself personally and professionally.

About you…. (what you are skilled at)

• Design and installation experience.
• Ability to manage and direct site staff.
• Knowledge of railway infrastructure work.
• Familiarity with CDM 2015 regulations.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Background in rail Contracting, construction or Civil Engineering.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Problem‑Solving, Attention to Detail, and Communication skills.
• IEng / CEng or working towards professional registration with the ICE or other relevant engineering body.
• Time Management, Adaptability, and Resilience under pressure.
• Ethical Conduct and Continuous Learning mindset.

You’ll bring… (your wealth of experience & qualifications)

• Degree in Civil Engineering or relevant work experience.
• Experience and demonstratable competence of undertaking a TWC role.
• Track Competence.
• Hold a full UK Driving Licence.

Inclusion and diversity are important to us, we are an equal opportunities employer and value difference. We want and will continue to build an inclusive environment where our people thrive. We firmly believe constantly striving to build a truly diverse workforce is what makes us a strong business and will enable us to continue to solve important problems and deliver unrivalled value to both our customers and clients. If you need any specialist support throughout your application, we will work with you where we can to support your journey with us.