Senior Engineer (Civils) - Rail

Matchtech; Ringway; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading railway company in the UK is seeking a Senior Engineer (Civils) to join their project team on a large rail infrastructure initiative. The role involves managing site engineers and ensuring project compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have significant experience in rail civils, PTS/Sentinel competency, and leadership skills. This long-term contract offers a dynamic work environment and the chance to make an impact in the rail sector.

Benefits

Long term contract opportunity

Supportive work environment

Working on impactful projects

Qualifications

• Significant experience in rail civils projects.
• PTS/Sentinel competency is required.
• Understanding of civil engineering principles.
• UK Driving licence is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Delivering lineside civils including troughing routes and signal bases.
• Managing and supervising site engineers.
• Collaborating with construction teams to execute works.
• Ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Preparing technical reports and documentation.
• Liaising with stakeholders to meet project milestones.
• Adherence to project timelines.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organisational abilities

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

We are looking to recruit a Senior Engineer (Civils) Rail to join our clients team on a large rail infrastructure project based in the North West. The role is a great opportunity to join a large rail infrastructure project and be part of an excellent team delivering critical lineside services.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering lineside civils including troughing routes, signal bases, loc bases, walkways, and UTXs
• Managing and supervising site engineers
• Collaborating with construction teams to plan and execute works
• Ensuring all works are compliant with safety and quality standards
• Preparing technical reports and documentation
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project milestones are met
• Ensuring the implementation and adherence to project timelines

Job Requirements

• Significant experience in rail civils projects
• PTS/Sentinel competency
• Understanding of civil engineering principles
• UK Driving licence
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities
• Ability to work effectively in high-pressure environments

Benefits

• Long term contract opportunity
• Working on a large, impactful project within the rail sector
• Supportive and dynamic work environment

This is an exciting long-term contract opportunity for those with significant rail civils experience and leadership skills. If you meet the above requirements and are ready to join a leading railway company, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to become part of this great project team, starting January 2026.