Project Engineer - Track

ameygroupi; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Amey is seeking a Permanent Project Engineer - Track to enhance their Transpire team in Manchester. This role involves site support during Track renewals, advising on engineering needs, managing tasks, and ensuring compliance with project specifications. Join a leading employer committed to your growth through competitive salary and extensive training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive Salary with Annual Reviews

Career Growth Opportunities

Comprehensive Training Programs

Generous Pension Scheme

24+ Days of Holiday

Customisable Benefits Package

Access to Discounts from Retailers

Community Initiative Participation

Qualifications

• Experience in Track engineering and renewals.
• Ability to develop integrated delivery plans.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop mentoring and training plans for engineers and apprentices.
• Manage engineering tasks and support design reviews across teams.
• Create Work Package Plans and conduct audits.

Skills

Track engineering experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficient in MS Projects

Job description

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We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Permanent Project Engineer - Track to join our dynamic Transpire team at Manchester. On-site, 37.5 hrs per week.

In this role, you will offer necessary site support to the project team throughout the Track renewals work to ensure critical engineering decisions are made quickly and issues are resolved to maintain compliance. Advise the Renewals Manager on engineering needs and specifications. This includes marking out sites and ensuring each stage of construction is completed and approved before moving forward.

This role offers you the unique opportunity to work on one of the biggest contracts awarded by Network Rail, within the UK Rail industry.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop mentoring and training plans for engineers and apprentices under your guidance.
• Help manage engineering tasks on assigned projects. This includes supporting design reviews, communicating with other teams (design, installation, and testing) about changes, and coordinating with other disciplines.
• Provide technical briefings to the project team, including sub-contractors.
• Promote best practices and identify additional training needs and development opportunities for team members.
• Support the Senior Engineer and, if needed, the Renewals Manager in planning the engineering resources needed to complete the project.
• Assist in creating Work Package Plans (WPPs), Task Briefings (TBs), and risk assessments.
• Draft and edit WPPs and TBs for all assigned work, ensuring they are of high quality. Conduct regular checks and audits.
• The role involves both office and site work. You must visit the site as needed (including weekends and/or night shifts) to deliver assigned tasks within the TRU track contract.

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 Senior Project Engineer or Project Manager.
• Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded apprenticeships and professional memberships, 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:

• Strong Track engineering and renewals work experience in both Track and S&C.
• Previous experience in developing integrated delivery plans working with other disciplines to achieve a deliverable programme of works.
• Strong interpersonal skills to influence and communicate effectively with site staff and project team.
• Proficient MS Projects user

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 Sabi Suleman, our recruiter for this role, at [e-mail] .