Are you a driven Project Engineer looking to take the next step within a fast-moving, well-structured rail environment? This position offers the opportunity to join a long-established contractor delivering a broad portfolio of rail, civils, and multi-disciplinary infrastructure works across London. With several new frameworks and upgrade packages commencing, the team is seeking a technically strong engineer who can bring energy, coordination skills, and a proactive approach to delivery.
You’ll play a central role in the day-to-day engineering management of live works, ensuring designs are correctly interpreted, standards are met, and construction activities progress safely and efficiently. This is a great fit for someone who enjoys hands-on involvement, problem-solving, and clear coordination between site teams, design consultants, and client representatives.
Key Responsibilities - Support the planning, sequencing, and delivery of rail and civils works across ongoing project packages.
- Interpret design information, raise technical queries, and ensure accurate implementation on site.
- Coordinate with design teams, project managers, site supervisors, and client engineers to maintain clear communication and alignment.
- Ensure works comply with industry standards, safety requirements, and relevant project specifications.
- Assist in managing quality assurance processes, including ITPs, surveys, inspections, and handover documentation.
- Identify potential risks, interface issues, and value-engineering opportunities.
- Contribute to progress reporting, construction planning, and programme updates.
What We’re Looking For - Proven experience as a Project Engineer within rail, infrastructure, or civils environments.
- Strong understanding of rail standards, safety protocols, and multi-disciplinary site coordination.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings with confidence.
- Excellent communication skills with a collaborative, solution-focused approach.
- A proactive mindset with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a live construction setting.
- Relevant engineering qualifications (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent).
- Experience working on London Underground or Network Rail projects is highly desirable.
What’s on Offer - Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Long-term development opportunities within a business known for internal progression.
- Exposure to a variety of rail and infrastructure projects across London.
- Supportive, structured engineering teams with strong technical leadership.
- The chance to contribute to meaningful upgrades and enhancements within the capital’s transport network.
If you’re a motivated Project Engineer looking for an exciting new challenge on London-based rail projects, I’d welcome the opportunity to share more details.
