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Quality Engineer: Newcastle

Working on behalf of a main contractor, we currently have a need for a consultant Quality Engineer to oversee the delivery of 3 schemes across the North East under the HE route to marker framework. Responsibilities: Supports the Quality Manager to promote the systems of Quality Control on the project, encouraging a positive quality culture Assist at all levels in activities designed to maintain the system of Quality on the project Communicate the project quality requirements, and any changes to it, to the project team Assist in the preparation of a list of Management System Documentation applicable to the project and keep this up to date as the project progresses Help advice on the preparation of other project documents, such as Management Plans, project procedures and forms and to ensure these documents are prepared by appropriate members of the project team for the project and reviewed and revised as necessary. Assist in developing specific project / task quality plans Assist in carrying out quality audits on internal project processes, identifying issues as part of an informative report. Assist in maintaining an audit actions tracker and ensuring these are closed out in a timely manner Maintain the project NCR and defects registers, ensure they are kept up to date and that NCRs / defects are submitted within the contract timescales and are closed out in a timely manner. Promote the register within the team and be the driving force to ensure actions are closed out Assist in the review of sub-contractor's quality plans Review ITPs (incl. self-delivery works) as required. Maintain the ITP Schedule/Register, ensure is up to date and help ensuring ITPs are approved prior to start of works Assist project teams with the Quality Readiness Review (QRR) process Be an active member of the quality team and to promote the correct behaviours and quality culture Assist the IQVT inspector with inspections and testing as and when required Assist in ensuring handover documents such as completed inspection and test plan records and as-built information are captured in a timely manner by conducting regular reviews of the quality registers on iCosNet (BC - digital document management system) About you Acts as a positive role model Supports a culture in which personal integrity thrives Inspires and coaches others to build knowledge within the team Experience / knowledge of ISO 9001 Excellent communication skills Supports a culture of innovation to solve problems Willingly works with others and provides help, support and advice to colleagues CSCS card Completed SMSTS (ideal) Experience and Qualifications HNC/HND or degree qualification in Civil Engineering (desired but not essential) Knowledge and understanding of QA / QC principles and their application to a project, suppliers and sub-contractors Understanding of principles of Engineering relating to the project scope of works Previous experience in a similar role would be desirable but not essential Ability to gather, analyse and evaluate facts

Quality Inspector: Newquay

We're currently looking for a Quality Inspector from a background in Complex Structures/Highways to work on the A30 scheme in South West England. Reporting to the Quality Manager you will be responsible for ensuring that the works elements under your control are delivered to the correct quality and in a safe, timely and cost-effective manner. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide assurance that the works are being constructed and delivered in accordance with drawings, specifications and defined methods Carry out inspections/Audits and produce daily reporting and reports Witness and approve hold points as required on the ITPs Assist the team in the delivery of right first time, providing information to the Quality Manager on the health of the Right First-Time culture within the project, and the aim of having zero defects at handover Reinforce and assess the "Right First Time" culture and the goal of the Contractor in aiming to achieve zero defects throughout the project and into Handover Assist the Quality Manager in providing coaching and training to all the project team in matters of quality, self?certification and the Right First-Time culture Monitor the quality of incoming materials ensuring they meet the required spec and MAR Identify trends and highlight areas of concern and recommend improvements to the quality process Encourage the early identification of a non?conforming process or poor practice (potential defect, i.e., quality near miss) in a proactive, transparent and no blame environment Carry out QTRMs of site delivery quality procedures Maintain high personal safety and environmental standards in accordance with company policies and report any standards on the site which are considered by you as inadequate PERSON SPECIFICATION: Civil Engineering related qualification (HNC, HND, BSc MSc, BEng, MEng) Minimum 3 years' experience delivering complex structures/roadworks in a similar role Site Supervisory Safety Training Scheme SSSTS Relevant CSCS Card Understanding of Engineering Principles and extensive technical knowledge of construction techniques and best practices Knowledge of construction contracts and forms of contract through formal training Computer competence (MS Word, Excel, Document control system, Primavera software)

E&P Project Engineer: Manchester

We are currently looking for an E&P Project Engineer to work in Manchester on a contract basis, this exciting opportunity will give someone a chance to work on the client side and be involved in/ influence a number of NR schemes across the NW and Central region such as NPR, HS2 and many more. In this role you will be involved in managing relevant design activities, implementing systems and procedures to maintain cost. Role description Maintaining the use of relevant techniques and procedures of quantified and qualitative risk assessment and HAZOP analysis to allocated projects Manage the environmental aspects of allocated projects in accordance with environmental policy. Monitoring design and specialist consultants and contractors and provide project management advice in respect of all construction activities, including testing and commissioning and site supervision Qualifications Degree in Engineering or Project/Programme Management (desirable) Electrification & Plant experience throughout Design and Construction phases Knowledge of CDM Previous experience at CRE (Desirable) Valid PTS

Structural Examiner: Home Based

We currently have an opportunity for a Structural Examiner who holds or is working towards their STE04 qualification to perform site examinations of rail structures across the North West. This role will be home based but requires Site Visits 2-3 days per week which will all be within a 2 hour radius of Manchester. Job Role Assist in carrying out site examination of structures to determine structural condition as allocated within the Alarm system and within defined timescales Where qualified, carry out specialist site examination using roped access Compile and submit condition reports using the Alarm electronic system or other agreed process and submit for reviewing by the Examining Engineers team Perform special examinations as directed including assistance with monitoring schemes for sensitive structures Undertake reconnaissance visits Provide assistance with specialist examinations undertaken by the Examining Engineers team, including unique structures and tunnel examinations Undertake on-call duties in support of rapid response, including bridge strike when qualified Assist in provision of safety critical site support duties as required Co-operate with quality, safety and environmental objectives and contribute where appropriate to continual improvement initiatives Skills, Knowledge & Experience Trainee examiner/inspector STE04 qualification or working towards Track knowledge Valid Driving licence PTS Engineering background Able to complete technical drawings

Project Manager-Digital Systems: London

Reporting into the Head of Digital Systems & Software we have a requirement for a Digital Systems Project Manager to work on a well-known Rail Scheme in London. In this role the successful applicant will be required to refine scope of additional work streams required in order to implement and transition the required Operational & Information Technology systems that'll be used to run and manage the Railway. Principal Accountabilities Form a plan for the relevant project work stream, identifying deliverables, milestones, stakeholders, risks and issues. Quickly understand governance within overall programme and manage project resources tightly, ensuring actions are chased up and escalated swiftly if not carried out. Carry out programme level activities as appropriate in support of Programme Manager/Head of Digital Systems. Person Specification Ability to effectively organise and staff a project team in a matrix organisation. Knowledge and understanding of standard project management tools, techniques and procedures including: Scope definition, Roles and Responsibilities, Project Controls, Stakeholder Management, Risk and Issues Management, Reporting and Action item tracking. Knowledge and experience of software development, technology infrastructure and Cyber Security implementation within a large complex regulated environment. Qualification Prince2/AMP desirable Experience of working with senior stakeholders across domains

Asset Protection Engineer: Birmingham

A requirement for 2 x Asset Protection Engineers has come up in Birmingham on a contract basis, predominantly desk based with occasional Site Visits and meetings the main aspect of this role will be the reviewing of Civil Designs and production of Risk/Method Statements in addition to a commercial aspect where you'd be required to create cost estimates and issue BAPA's. Job Role Leads the requirements for examination and undertake evaluation, assessment and risk management of civil assets. Manages compliance of examination and evaluation of civil assets against requirements of standards. Provides engineering input to the standards and specifications for civil examinations and assessments. Maintains comprehensive and accurate asset records. Direct the implementation of monitoring systems and undertake the review of monitoring results and other control measures. Qualifications Ideally Degree / HND in Civil Engineering multi-disciplined rail works experience

Programme Portfolio Manager: York

Programme Portfolio Manager required on a contract basis to oversee development of several NPR work streams which will operate within GRIP 1-3 covering Train Control/Signalling, power Supply and Systems Integration across the Network. This role would suit an individual from a multi-disciplinary background who is desirably Degree Qualified with previous experience in managing large scale Programmes within a Rail environment, who also has an understanding across the following rail systems Train Control/Signalling Power Supply

Senior Electrical Engineer - Design: London

Due to some new project win's a Senior Electrical Design Engineer is required in London to work with a multi-disciplinary that work across 4 distinct sectors providing solutions from Design right through to Installation in order to support them during an exciting period of growth. Working predominantly on Power & Tunnel related schemes, the successful Engineer will be primarily responsible for providing complete electrical engineering services which will involve all stages from tendering, design and engineering, FAT attendance, support to installation, testing, commissioning and handover. Key Responsibilities Undertaking electrical engineering and design (up to 11KV level) in line with all current standards. Key considerations should be safety, maintainability, ease of installation, design sustainability and environmental impact. Undertaking electrical engineering system calculations/modelling with associated electrical software programme with suitable offline checks (e.g., electrical system studies include short circuit, protection coordination study, harmonic analysis, arc flash studies, equipment sizing calculation, cable size calculation, etc.). Undertaking electrical design review in line with current standards and to ensure buildability and constructability. Identify any weakness or errors in the design that could jeopardise the functionality. Ensure HSE best practices are always followed. Ensure design risk assessment is compliant with installation parameters. Provide engineered solutions to key project problems to satisfy clients expectations, project restrictions and budget considerations. Management of all associated design registers, meeting minutes, drawing registers etc.as appropriate in line with VVB and project requirements. Ensure all formal communication is undertaken and managed (RFI's, TQ's, EWN's, MAR's etc.) Direct liaison with CAD team to ensure correct drawing modelling, to BIM or other standards. Review drawings for clash detection and associated interface problems. Development of scope documents for tenders and procurement processes. Liaison with manufacturers to determine product suitability, in partnership with procurement. Attendance at FAT and SAT (and any other required stage) to ensure compliance with requirements. Direct liaison with installation teams to ensure design suitability, works methodology and solve key installation issues/constructability. Working with the commercial department to track design change and variances. Working with the planning department to plan design, installation and T&C works. Provision of accurate assessment on forecast works to complete and provide suitable readjustments to ensure project programme is maintained. Management of Subcontractor/Sub-consultant's works as appropriate including assisting commercial department in valuation and contract support. Ensure design and works comply with VVB and client quality management systems Keep up to date with all electrical, construction and relevant legislation, law, standards and best practise. Person Specification Technical Knowledge and Skills Essential Knowledge of relevant electrical engineering and installations legislation and standards, BIM and design modelling standards and all other associated standards and legislations. Knowledge of engineering and design processes and associated compliance Utilisation of Electrical design packages (Amtech/Trimble, Cymap, etc) Applying the technical skills required to produce Engineering and Design deliverables for the discipline, including integration with other disciplines and functions, on one project. Familiarity with CDM Regulations 2015 together with experience of undertaking a 'Designer' role. Familiarity with Electricity at Works Regulations 1989. Working experience with AutoCAD / Microstation Advanced MS Office skills including Excel Desired Utilisation of project planning software (P6 or MS project) Sustainability awareness Qualifications Essential Degree in Electrical Engineering (minimum). Engineering Council Registration as Incorporated Engineer or qualification leading to this status with preference for Chartered Registered member of either IET or CIBSE or other recognised Engineering Council Institutions SMSTS CSCS Card - AQP or PQP min Full UK driver license Desired Chartership status Project management qualification, APM, PRINCE or equivalent (optional) HSE training, NEBOSH Construction Certificate Experience Essential Minimum 12 years' experience within an Electrical Engineering position Previously worked within the infrastructure environment (power utilities, civils etc) Previous experience on Low to High Voltage (11kV) Electrical Equipment with UK power utilities and civils projects. Desired Previous experience within M&E Engineering and Construction

Rail - Senior Railway Systems Engineer

Rail - Senior Railway Systems Engineer Reporting to: Project Engineering Manager * To lead the development of all aspects of the railway system development to support submission of the Hybrid Bill. This requires coordination throughout the organisation, facilitating the assurance of technical submissions from Professional Service Consultants (PSCs) to determine end to end compliance with standards and requirements of the totality of the Phase Two network. ACCOUNTABILITIES * Ensure the Hybrid Bill designs for electrification - the requirements of the 'end state' railway in terms of operability and reliability. * Lead the provision of expert technical and engineering input from a Railway Systems perspective to support the Hybrid Bill design through parliament including additional provisions, freedom of information requests, and technical requests. * Provide technical guidance within the team, drawing on expertise from within HS2 to inform and support PSCs in delivering the whole railway system. * Act as the interface between Technical Directorate and the team ensuring design development and issues are consistently addressed. * Identify, assess and manage project wide design risks. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE * Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or relevant industry experience. * Chartered Engineer (or equivalent relevant experience). * Detailed knowledge of conventional railway systems and an appreciation of High Speed railway systems and their differences. * Extensive knowledge of railway operations / engineering design principles required to achieve optimal design outputs. * Ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships with a range of multidisciplinary stakeholders, demonstrating excellent influencing skills. * Ability to communicate, engage and influence a variety of stakeholders through working within a matrix organisation. * Strong written and spoken communication skills, strong interpersonal and influencing skills. * Strong planning and organisational skills, and the ability to deliver under pressure to meet tight deadlines whilst gathering input from other functions. * A degree of commercial awareness to understand the cost and schedule impacts of technical and other decisions and evaluate the effect of changes to scope * At least 3 years systems experience working on projects which include responsibility for delivery of traction power and OLE work. Previous DPE, CRE or CEM roles for these disciplines would be an advantage DECISIONMAKING * Makes complex technical and managerial decisions with respect to the review and assessment of engineering design, negotiating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure consistency and ultimately compliance with standards and regulations. * Works to develop guidelines, principles and policies to provide consistency. Some highly complex decision-making be escalated to Project Engineering Manager, or made collectively with input from Senior Discipline Engineers. OTHER CONTEXTUAL * Senior Railway Systems Engineer works within the Team providing an essential specialist engineering role. This role involves extensive interaction with multidisciplinary teams across engineering functions as well as providing the link between the area teams and Technical Directorate. * Work is not allocated in relation to a specific section of the route and instead involves coordination and interface between internal and external third party projects. The role involves regular travel to meetings and events outside the normal place of work, and may require flexible working in order to meet project deadlines. HEALTH AND SAFETY * Take reasonable care to ensure your own and others' health and safety - including those who may be affected by the delivery of this role - by taking personal responsibility for working to the HS2 S.A.F.E programme principles. * Cooperate with HS2 in all matters relating to health and safety, including following safe working procedures at all times and not interfering with measures in place to protect your health, safety or welfare. * Advocate and promote the company's well-being strategy and policies.

Rail, Technical Architect - Digital Systems, London

The role will be responsible for the design and implementation of an overall systems architecture & framework covering the information management systems and as applicable to the operational technology systems. Working with the Head of Digital Systems, the programme manager for Information & Management system programme and stakeholders in RfLI engineering and maintenance, the Technology Architect will help develop strategic principles and strategy. Will work with business analysts to translate business requirements into architectural requirements and will align technology strategy with external supplier systems & TfL Technology & Data. Principles & strategy will be based in industry best practices in enterprise architecture, service management and asset management and clients processes and standards. To work with Head of Systems (enterprise architect) to ensure Target Operating Model and Organisation design maps onto systems that are being delivered and that all business functions will be able to adequately operate Take ownership of overall systems map covering operational and non-operational systems and ensure are systems and interfaces are reflected accurately and up to dates Analyse and define business processes to support organisational and system design Take a systemwide view of change requests to ensure that local changes request to a system to not negatively impact other systems or interfaces. Undertake system interface design work to ensure appropriate integration between systems. Undertake process definition and mapping Understanding of operational environments Involved in a change period between construction project and BAU. Possibly experience of start-ups. Understanding of working in a subsidiary

Comms / BMS Design Engineer, Rail Project, London

The SCADA/BMS & Comms Design Engineer will support the projects Bond Street delivery contractors by providing technical support to both the Comms and BMS packages. He/she will engage with the MEP and Systemwide Contract Leads to manage the SCADA/BMS and Comms interfaces. 2. Principal Accountabilities Coordinating all SCADA & BMS termination interfaces with 3rd party equipment Producing and reviewing technical submissions (RFI/FCD/NCR) for Comms & BMS issues requiring design input Reviewing the SCADA, I/O schedule & ensuring that the intended functionality of the SCADA meets the commissioning requirements Engaging with C660 (Siemens) and the Tier 2 contractors to coordinate design and design assurance Providing in house resolutions to design issues for PAVA, CCTV, CIS, and Radio Systems Providing in house resolutions to design issues for BMS and PLC Systems Support C440 (Bond Street Station) in delivering our stage completion milestones Support project goal of delivering an integrated railway Take reasonable care of your own and others' health and safety and of those who may be affected in the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working to the Clients Target Zero principles. Co-operate with Client in all matters relating to health and safety, including following safe working procedures at all times. Act as a role model for Clients vision and values, behaving in ways that are in alignment with Client's Ways of Working. Encourage and support others to do so too. Promote equality in the workplace and adopt appropriate behaviour when interacting with colleagues. Take necessary care to properly protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of corporate information from unauthorised disclosure, modification or destruction. Never knowingly put Client's information or information systems at risk 3. Main Challenges of the Job Ensuring that the delivered systems comply with prescribed requirements Establishing productive working relationships with Client, Tier 1 Contractor, Tier 2 Contractors Systemwide Delivery Team and external stakeholders/third party interface Facilitating acceptance of the Comms and BMS systems (design and delivery) by C440 & C660 projects 4. Dimensions & Interfaces (both internal and external) Part of a Design Team working collaboratively with the BMS and Comms Leads Works closely with the Systemwide Contractor (C660) Significant technical complexity (multiple systems and interfaces) Multiple stakeholder environment including sponsors, operators, maintainers, delivery contractors (including C&C Systems contractor and interfacing contractors), Network Rail, London Underground, other external interfacing parties M 5. Person Specification Experience of setting up a service management framework. Specific technical knowledge of: BMS/PLC, SCADA, Radio, CCTV, PA/VA, CIS, systems General knowledge of BMS/PLC & Communications systems and their application on railways An understanding of the project design coordination and design assurance processes Communications project engineering experience gained in a major rail projects environment; including experience of design, construction and testing & commissioning phases Knowledge and experience of application of systems engineering and technical assurance methods and practices Good communications and team-working skills Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering/Science (preferably Systems Engineering / Software / Electrical Engineering) Knowledge and experience of Software / SCADA, development, testing and commissioning relating to rail and/or station systems Ability to interface and work with railway domain specialists, design managers, software engineers, and test managers in a competent professional manner Experience with software engineering solutions related to control and monitoring of the MEP equipment and Communications Systems System engineering Lifecycles- experience of system engineering lifecycles and the implementation of lifecycle approaches to real projects. Awareness of software engineering methods and processes

Programme Engineering Manager, London Rail Project

The Programme Engineering Manager on a London Rail Project, will be accountable for engineering programme management across all elements, supporting both the Lead Programme Delivery Engineers, Manager of Engineering and Heads of Discipline, providing both day to day management and technical leadership to the Technical and Delivery Directorate's. He/she will ably support the delivery directors on all engineering programme matters, ensuring that integrated solution(s), which meets the requirement(s), are delivered. The role will require focus on (but not be limited to) overseeing the technical aspects of engineering, construction, testing and commissioning and engineering safety activities and will require engagement with the Delivery Directors, whilst being supported by Subject Matter Experts, Systems Integration, Engineering and Assurance teams. Provide programme engineering management to both the Engineering Management Organisation and Chief Engineers Group, using appropriate standards/norms acting as the controlling mind for the schedule and associated programme tools. Using Visual Performance Management to develop and maintain a number of Key Performance Indicators (e.g. NCRs, RFIs, ECHRs..) for the Engineering department to enable proactive decision making and performance monitoring Build relationships, both internal and external at project, senior management and director levels, to enable successful delivery of the engineering solutions. Use technical and commercial knowledge and experience to identify and resolve complex engineering programme issues that present risk to the successful delivery of the Programme. This will require in depth negotiation through to successful solutions. Identify, manage and mitigate engineering related risks to the Programme with a focus on the safety, reliability quality, function and performance of operational assets and systems. Assist in identifying and promoting the use of smarter/safer/leaner Engineering techniques, technologies and systems including facilitating continuous improvement and a learning culture in relation to the Programme. Achieve desired levels of quality through metrics, quantity tracking and analysis of design submission categorisation, promoting 'Right First Time' approach. To be responsible for the management of Health and Safety for direct reports. Take reasonable care of your own and others' health and safety and of those who may be affected in the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working to the clients target Zero principles. Co-operate with Client in all matters relating to health and safety, following safe working procedures at all times. Act as a role model for Clients vision and values, behaving in ways that are in alignment with Clients Ways of Working. Encourage and support others to do so too. Promote equality in the workplace and adopt appropriate behaviour when interacting with colleagues. Take necessary care to properly protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of corporate information from unauthorised disclosure, modification or destruction. Never knowingly put Clients information or information systems at risk. Be the Engineering guiding mind for the schedule and associated programme tools. Identify bottle necks, blockers and issues that affect the delivery of the schedule. Manage large volumes of technical data and beign able to translate these into technical metrics that drive technical performance and programme delivery. Using technical metrics to facilitate daily reviews with project teams to maintain focus and drive delivery on key technical assurance deliverables. Provide programme level leadership and maintain alignment between technical and delivery teams. Securing the appropriate technical endorsements from the relevant Technical Authorities. To support compliant handover of the completed works to both railway infrastructure operators by way of regular liaison with the IM. To manage the interface and expectations between Chief Engineer's group and Project/Contract/Geographical location. To support the PM in determining solutions that are 'best' for project and or programme and ensure is aligned to decisions. Ability to manage customer expectations and deliver service to meet these expectations, managing conflicting priorities to achieve tight deadlines. Proven ability to coordinate and integrate Engineering activities to deliver assured engineering solutions. Proven ability to manage design and design compliance through the Validation and Verification cycle. Adaptability, Agility and Flexibility to be applied in line with programme/project requirements Preferably Chartered Engineer and or a member of one relevant professional body Degree in engineering, or equivalent experience. Very broad knowledge of transport systems engineering, operational and commercial systems backed-up by strong aptitude for holistic / integrative thinking. Preferably include strong knowledge of engineering contracts management (e.g. NEC) and technical experience and work experience in both the Public and Private sectors. Significant knowledge and experience of construction quality systems and processes. Experience in a senior role delivering a Railway Systems project including the review of design, construction and test.