E&P Engineer
London, GB, SW1H 0NB
Make your mark with Colas Rail UK
At Colas Rail, differences matter. Join a team where being your authentic self is respected, encouraged, and vital to our success. At Colas Rail you'll be at home. You'll be welcomed into an inclusive team where there's a role for every talent - and a close-knit, familial culture. You will also get the opportunity to help us transform transportation, set new standards, and dare to be different.
This is true because...
- We value everyone as part of the same team.
- We treat everyone as equals - and everyone is approachable, from the CEO down.
- We put you in control of your career to lead and grow in any way you want.
- We have a culture of care, from safe working environments to diversity and inclusion.
- We're renowned for innovation, adopting new ideas, and daring to be different.
- We are building a more sustainable future and our projects impact infrastructure for generations.
About Us
Step into the world of Colas Rail, where a century of expertise merges with a daring spirit to shape the future of rail infrastructure.
At Colas Rail, we deliver transport solutions for sustainable mobility. We are a leading rail infrastructure business with on track plant and freight capabilities. As a subsidiary of the Colas Group, we are part of over a hundred years' experience in delivering major innovations across our sector. Every day, thousands of trains run on tracks built, designed, or maintained by Colas Rail.
Leading by our values
Our Care, Share and Dare values are at the heart of everything we do. These values feed into our main strategies and accompany us daily in realising our ambitions.
We care for our employees' well-being and safety, fostering a culture of inclusivity and support.
We share a passion for excellence, celebrating achievements and nurturing talent.
We dare to push boundaries, embracing challenges and driving innovation in every endeavour.
Even if you don't meet every requirement, please don't rule yourself out, we still encourage you to apply if your skills, values, and experience align to the role.
Purpose of the Role
Reporting to the Lead Engineer Electrification & Plant to spearhead the engineering deliverables for the Electrification & Plant Team’s safe delivery of projects/jobs inside the required cost, time, delivery and quality objectives within the corporate guidelines.
Develop appropriate relations with the Design, Engineering and Construction Teams and subcontractors to ensure that all Engineering and Construction related issues are resolved in a timely and cost-effective manner ensuring that the alliance principals are maintained.
Key Responsibilities
- As you will expect the organisation may change from time to time and you will be expected to meet the operational requirements and any other reasonable duties as required.
- Business travel will be required to attend meeting and site visits. Working night shifts and weekends on site will also be required for the Renewal works.
- Lead the Delivery of Electrification & Plant Technical & Construction activities. Ensuring high Safety standards are adhered to by ensuring Engineering compliance with all applicable standards, legislation, Contract requirements and specifications.
- Attend IDC & DCI meetings to ensure that that the discipline Design and /or Construction complies with all applicable standards, legislation, Contract requirements and specifications to ensure that Construction related issues are resolved.
- Lead the delivery and supply strategies and plans for specific projects/jobs and Interface with the Production Team and Subcontractors to ensure safe delivery to client expectations in a timely and cost effective manner.
- Provide for review any Engineering or Construction related quality & safety issues. Assist with managing the processes to optimise project delivery and to provide consultative advice on Technical Electrification & Plant issues where applicable.
- Apply sound Engineering Principles, taking into account Cost, Quality and Timeliness in collaboration with the Electrification/Production Team/ Subcontractors and Clients for each of the jobs/projects.
- Be commercially astute towards the procurement of labour, plant and materials in line with the budget for the job/Project. Ensuring any variation to the estimate and ensured this is managed effectively and if necessary, the change request made to the Production Manager.
- Provide a professional, first class, consistent and effective Engineering support service for the company and client in accordance with Railway Group, Network Rail company standards and guidelines.
- Participate in the development of supply strategies and framework contract
Person Specification
- Must have Electrically biased Qualifications
- Must have Electrification & Plant Construction experience to plan and lead jobs /projects
- Must have detailed knowledge of Network Rail standards, safety regulations and CDM relevant to the specialist area of construction being undertaken
- Must have ability to demonstrate leadership skills and be capable of motivating the team.
- Have experience of delivering budgets to program and demonstrate Commercial and financial understanding and knowledge.
- Must have understanding of all other rail disciplines
- Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Must have a proficient level of IT skills
What we offer
At Colas Rail we know how important job satisfaction is for everyone to support with life at home, your health and financial well-being, that's why in return we offer:
- Competitive Salary
- 34 days Annual Leave (including bank holidays)
- Industry leading Life Assurance
- Healthcare Cash Plan
- Wellbeing Employee Assistant Programme
- Pension Scheme
- Eye Care Vouchers
- Long Service Award
- Season Ticket Loan
- Occupational Health Service
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe that diversity drives innovation and creativity, and we actively seek to create an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Regardless of background, disability, age, race, religion, or gender, everyone is welcome at Colas Rail.
We strive to promote equity and eliminate discrimination, actively seeking to create a workforce reflective of communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, offering flexible and inclusive adjustments to the interview process.
We are proudly part of the Disability Confidence Scheme, and as such we operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme if you meet the minimum requirements.
Join us in making a positive impact! Apply and be part of a team that values diversity and embraces unique perspectives.
