Rail P-Way Engineering Manager (Contract)

RailwayPeople; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 83,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

RailwayPeople in Belfast seeks a Contractors Engineering Manager - Rail to lead delivery works within Permanent Way on major rail projects. This contract role emphasizes Pway delivery and on-site engineering oversight rather than design, requiring hands-on leadership and safety-focused execution.

Ideal candidate will mentor CREs, coordinate interfaces with civils and rail systems, and manage the project end-to-end with a strong emphasis on standards and quality assurance.

Qualifications

• Education to HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent suitable experience.
• Comprehensive understanding of civils and related engineering principles, including interfaces between disciplines.
• Held CEM status previously
• Good knowledge and understanding of standards, processes and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking the role of an engineer on delivery works.
• Act as CEM mentoring a team of CREs.
• Carrying out engineering responsibilities in project from start to finish.
• Controlling all onsite technical activities and quality control.

Skills

CEM status

Rail track experience

Engineering principles

Education

HNC/HND in Civil Engineering

Job description

RailwayPeople in Belfast seeks a Contractors Engineering Manager - Rail to lead delivery works within Permanent Way on major rail projects. This contract role emphasizes Pway delivery and on-site engineering oversight rather than design, requiring hands-on leadership and safety-focused execution.

Ideal candidate will mentor CREs, coordinate interfaces with civils and rail systems, and manage the project end-to-end with a strong emphasis on standards and quality assurance.