Principal Civil Engineer

Requisition ID: 7569

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Permanent Principal Civil Engineer to join our dynamic CAFA team at York – Hybrid working 37.5 hrs per week.

In this role, you will Provide technical leadership delivering the assessment of rail structures, including Underline bridges, Overline bridges, Footbridges, Undercrofts, Canopies, Train and Depot sheds, Side Bridges, Tunnels (that directly support external traffic loads) and other structures. Ensuring compliance with Company and Network Rail management process and systems, aiming to ensure the highest standards of safety.

This role offers you the unique opportunity to be a part of a varied team supporting a full range of Engineering technical grades, whilst continually learning and developing your own skills further.

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare and check technical plans, calculations, reports, and drawings to ensure they meet technical standards and client needs.
• Carry out site work inspections and provide on-site technical leadership when needed.
• Ensure high technical standards and compliance with health and safety, environmental rules, and other relevant regulations.
• Guide and mentor junior staff in producing technical drawings, reports, and calculations, and support their training and professional development.
• Maintain good relationships with clients and third parties to uphold the company's reputation.
• Take on specific contractual responsibilities, such as being a Contractor’s Engineering Manager (CEM) or Contractor’s Responsible Engineer (CRE), when required.
• Ensure health, safety, and environmental compliance within the CAFA business.
• Help prepare cost estimates and ensure successful delivery of projects on time, within budget, and to the client’s satisfaction.

Why Join Us?

At Amey, we don’t just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to build fulfilling careers. As one of the top 1% of employers recognised by Investors in People, we are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions.
• Company Car: Select from an electric company vehicle or receive a generous car allowance, supporting our ambitious journey to carbon net zero!
• Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities to roles like Technical director or Chief Engineer.
• Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded apprenticeships and professional memberships tailored to your growth.
• Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award-winning programs like our Leadership Development, Women@Amey, and Multicultural Leadership programs.
• Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind.
• Holidays: Enjoy at least 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 5 days! Giving you plenty of time to relax and recharge.
• Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
• Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects.

What You’ll Bring:

• Extensive experience in railway structure inspection, assessment and design schemes.
• Strong experience in the assessment / design of all major construction materials, including historical materials, e.g. cast iron, wrought iron.
• Proven track record in the training, mentoring and development of staff to achieve appropriate professional qualifications and career ambitions.
• In depth knowledge of current and relevant health and safety, environmental and sustainability legislation.
• Previous exposure to local and national Clients, e.g. Network Rail Routes, Local Authorities, Network Rail National, Principal Contractors.
• Strong experience in the delivery of assessments and/or structure designs through Network Rail national standards and/or Highways England.
• Demonstrable experience successfully leading teams in the production of contract specific deliverables to programme, budget and quality.
• Bachelors or Masters degree in an appropriate subject.
• Chartered Engineer or Incorporated Engineer (CEng / IEng through ICE, CIHT or IStructE) or working towards.
• Assessor and Checker roles to NR/L3/CIV/035.
• CRE(A) role to NR/L3/CIV/035, as required

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact on our business and contribute to a shared, sustainable future, we invite you to join us in advancing our strategy and driving positive change.

Application Guidance

At Amey, we value a culture ff diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to shine.

As a Disability Confident leader, we’re proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

If you have any questions or need any adjustments during the recruitment process, don’t hesitate to reach out to Sabi Suleman, our recruiter for this role.