Signalling & Telecoms (S&T) provide cost-effective engineering solutions for railway signalling projects throughout the UK.
As a team we manage the full project life cycle and complete all aspects of design, project engineering, installation, testing, commissioning and maintenance support, across all signalling technologies, equipment and systems.
We also provide design, supply, install and test services for operational and lineside telecommunication renewals, either as a single discipline provider, or as part of multidisciplinary project, to ensure end-to-end connectivity. We also offer these capabilities for station information and security systems.
We are currently working on a number of contracts some examples of which include the S&T Framework for NW&C, SP&C Framework in Scotland, TransPennine Route upgrade (TRue) and Train Control System Framework (TCSF) for provision of ETCS.
We have a great opportunity for a Construction Manager to work on our SP&C project, based in Scotland.
An integral part of both the management and site teams, you will be responsible for advising the Project Manager and the project team on the construction of Signalling works with respect to budget, delivery, programme and quality. You will also be responsible for ensuring that Mechanical and/or Electrical Equipment is installed to the approved design and is compliant with client and industry standards. You will also ensure that effective change controls are in place to capture alterations to the original project remit.
About you
A skilled communicator with strong organisational ability, you will excel at working to deadlines and possess a proactive ‘can do’ approach to both your own work and in how you manage others.
Considerable experience of working within the railway industry, computer literate with an ONC in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering or equivalent, together with a proven track record of success in directing on site construction teams are essential requirements for this role.
If your past experience doesn’t match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.
Why work with us?
VolkerRail is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.
By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerRail are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.
We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.
We offer a range of benefits, including:
1. Competitive salary
2. Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
3. Private medical care
4. Pension
5. Life Assurance
6. Cycle to Work scheme
7. Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
8. Training and development opportunities - comprehensive skills-based training
9. Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity benefits
10. Employee Assistance programme
11. Mental health, physical health, and financial support
12. 24/7 Virtual GP service
Fairness, inclusion and respect
We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.
If you need support with your application, please contact us at careers@volkerwessels.co.uk.
Additional information
Note for Recruitment Agencies:
Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release.
We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed to careers@volkerwessels.co.uk.
VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
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