PTS Project Engineer

Our client is delivering a major package of rail and civil engineering works on the nationally significant Sizewell C project. These works form a critical part of the wider programme supporting construction logistics for one of the UK's largest energy infrastructure projects.
We are looking to appoint a highly capable Project Engineer / Senior Engineer with a strong rail and civil engineering background. This role would suit an individual who has developed through a Site Engineer → Site Agent → Project Engineer career path and is confident taking ownership of engineering delivery, temporary works, quality management, and technical assurance on complex rail infrastructure schemes.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the engineering function for a package of rail and civils works
Act as the primary technical point of contact between site teams, subcontractors and project management
Manage engineering support for level crossing, drainage, earthworks, structures and associated rail infrastructure activities
Review and approve RAMS, work package plans and construction methodologies
Coordinate and manage Temporary Works procedures, ensuring compliance with project requirements
Support design management and engineering change processes
Ensure robust quality assurance processes are implemented and maintained
Work closely with project delivery teams to resolve technical and construction challenges
Provide leadership and mentoring to Site Engineers and junior engineering staff
Assist with planning, forecasting, programme reviews and commercial awareness
Interface with client, principal contractor and stakeholder teams where required

Job Requirements:

Demonstrable experience working within rail, civil engineering or major infrastructure projects
Previous experience operating at Project Engineer, Senior Engineer or Site Agent level
Strong understanding of engineering assurance, construction methodology and site delivery
Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating multidiscipline works
Thorough knowledge of quality management systems and engineering documentation
Ability to review technical drawings, specifications and design information
PTS/Sentinel Qualification
Full UK Driving Licence

Highly Desirable Experience:

Previous experience supporting or interfacing with CRE (Contractor's Responsible Engineer) duties
Experience working within Network Rail and major rail infrastructure projects
Temporary Works experience, including coordination, review and implementation of temporary works procedures
Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) qualification
Knowledge of rail standards, engineering compliance and assurance processes
SMSTS certification
HNC, HND or Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Personal Attributes:

Strong leadership and decision-making skills
Able to challenge constructively and drive engineering excellence
Commercially aware with a practical approach to problem-solving
Confident communicating with project managers, design teams, clients and delivery crews
Solutions-focused and comfortable working in a fast-paced project environment

What's on Offer?

Long-term contract opportunity on a nationally significant infrastructure project
Competitive day rates
High-profile role with significant engineering responsibility
Opportunity to work on complex rail and civil engineering works
Immediate and forthcoming project phases offering continuity of work
If you're currently operating as a Project Engineer, Senior Engineer, Sub Agent or Site Agent and are looking for your next challenge on a flagship UK infrastructure project, we'd like to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed