Egis is a global consulting and engineering firm working in construction, transport and mobility services. Joining our Group and its 19,500 employees means, above all, sharing our values as a people-first company, strongly committed to sustainability and innovation.
In the UK, we are delivering some of the most iconic projects which help connect people, protect our environment and meet emission reduction targets. We work in the transport and energy sectors, providing consultancy, engineering and operations services for clients such as major airports, governments, regulators, cities and rail and road operators.
With over 50 years of experience in the rail industry, we’ve delivered complex and challenging multidisciplinary projects all over the world. Our expertise extends to depots, operations, maintenance analytics and asset management across all aspects of rail, including transport, technical and sustainability assessments and systems infrastructure.
You will be based in our Oxford office.
The Rail Design Manager will oversee the planning, design, and execution of rail infrastructure projects. This role involves managing a team of engineers and designers, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and collaborating with various stakeholders to deliver safe, efficient, and sustainable rail solutions. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, technical expertise in rail design, and a thorough understanding of project management principles.
Key Responsibilities:
* Leading the design phase of multidiscipline rail projects, ensuring that all design work meets Network Rail specifications and standards.
* Coordination of survey and design requirements, ensuring robust scope change control.
* Coordinate internal suppliers, external sub-consultants and surveyors, ensuring that all designs are integrated.
* Work collaboratively with a BIM Manager to provide an overarching federated model.
* Ensure the project complies with Network Rail’s Engineering Management for Projects (NR/L2/INI/02009).
* Undertake Designer Risk Logs Reviews and monitor the adoption of the ‘CDM Principles of Prevention’ by all “Designers” and within design submissions.
* Support the safety assurance process, attend HAZOP/HAZID workshops and collation of documentation.
* Input into project programme updates, interrogate supply chain programmes and challenge slippage. Work collaboratively to develop and implement mitigation measures.
* Support monthly progress and commercial reporting.
* Support the construction phase with on-site design cover, responding to technical queries.
YOU MUST HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK
Profile
* Chartered Engineer or equivalent level of experience.
* Educated to degree level in an Engineering related subject or equivalent level of experience.
* Demonstrable experience of programme & design management within the Railway industry.
* Membership of an appropriate professional institution.
* Able to demonstrate experience of managing multi-discipline teams and members.
* Able to demonstrate clear and concise leadership skills across a multi-discipline team and organisation.
* Able to lead a team and motivate team members across a range of functions.
We are committed to our planet
In each project we design, engineer and operate we care deeply about the legacy we’re leaving behind. As part of our team, you’ll have a unique opportunity to use your skills and expertise to shape a better future for our communities in the UK, and all around the globe.
Our commitment is translated in the work carried out by our Egis Foundation, which funds concrete actions to address the climate crisis and is focused on educational and social initiatives that will help in the responsible and sustainable shift towards a sustainable world.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We at EGIS are an Equal Opportunities employer and we recognise the value of a Diverse Organisation. EGIS appreciates all job applications. If you decide to apply for an opportunity at EGIS, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and everyone’s contribution as this builds our culture and means, if you work for EGIS, you will be included, listened to, and respected.
Job location
Europe, United Kingdom
City
Oxford
Minimum level of education required
2-A. Level / High school Diploma / 12th Grade
Minimum level of experience required
N/A
Reference
2024-13674
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