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Job Title 
 
 Contractor's Engineering Manager (CEM) - Telecoms / Software-Focused Systems 
 
 Contract Details 
 
 Contract Length: Minimum 9 months 
 
 IR35 Status: Outside IR35 
 
 Start Date: ASAP 
 
 Location: Predominantly remote with occasional travel to Cheadle, Stockport 
 
 Overview 
 
 An experienced Contractor's Engineering Manager (CEM) is required to take over an existing role due to retirement. The role supports a rail-based programme currently at GRIP 6, entering SIT/SAT testing, and centres on an Online Key Management System (OKMS). 
 
 The OKMS is a software-based, cyber-secure telecoms system used by train drivers to log into operational systems. While the solution has strong software and cyber-security elements, this is not a pure software role. A telecoms engineering background is essential. Civils or signalling-only backgrounds are unlikely to be suitable. 
 
 The OKMS scope represents approximately 40-50% of the workload; however, candidates with a strong telecoms background will be able to support the role full time. 
 
 Key Responsibilities 
 CEM Role &amp; Engineering Management 
 
 Act as Contractor's Engineering Manager, coordinating all engineering activities in line with the project programme and GRIP lifecycle 
 
 Coordinate design and documentation deliverables to Network Rail 
 
 Review and sign off all documentation submitted to Network Rail from delivery partners 
 
 Manage and coordinate responses to Design Review Notes (DRNs), ensuring timely closure or document updates formally accepted by Network Rail 
 
 Coordinate As-Built documentation where required 
 
 Provide all required documentation for the Network Rail Health &amp; Safety File, agreeing formats with Network Rail 
 
 Provide IDC/IDR Certificates for GRIP stages 5, 6 and 7 (and 8 if required) 
 
 Provide Engineering Completion Certificates (ECC) 
 
 Documentation &amp; Authoring 
 
 Update and maintain the System Definition 
 
 Update the Service Interface Register (SIR) with input from DDaT stakeholders 
 
 Produce HSM performance reports to support NRAP Product Approval (templates provided) 
 
 Maintain document control via JIRA, SharePoint and OneDrive 
 
 Assurance, Safety &amp; Compliance 
 
 Coordinate with TÜV (Independent Auditor) regarding Subset compliance reports 
 
 Respond to auditor queries and provide supporting evidence as required 
 
 Ensure progress towards compliance with applicable subsets, supporting independent assurance for handover 
 
 Support completion and acceptance of SIT/SAT Safety Letter 
 
 Run checks on outstanding LDO actions prior to certification sign-off 
 
 Governance, Reporting &amp; Meetings 
 
 Attend: 
 
 Monthly Network Rail Contract Review meetings 
 
 Monthly Human Factors Working Group meetings 
 
 Chair: 
 
 Twice-weekly Engineering Delivery meetings 
 
 Monthly Security Working Group meetings, reviewing security documentation, residual risks and emerging issues 
 
 Reporting: 
 
 Provide a monthly metrics pack 
 
 Provide a monthly technical debt report 
 
 Security &amp; PSO Awareness 
 
 Maintain awareness of project security classifications, procedures and controls 
 
 Identify, manage and escalate any security breaches promptly 
 
 Support updates to security briefings and alignment with current organisational security marking systems 
 
 Consult and adhere to Network Rail security correspondence and requirements 
 
 Tools &amp; Systems 
 
 Obtain and use access to the following systems: 
 
 Network Rail eB (document control and DRN status) 
 
 Network Rail Standards Portal 
 
 Network Rail Teams 
 
 JIRA (document control and WPM) 
 
 SharePoint / OneDrive (OKMS documentation) 
 
 Project Environment 
 
 The CEM will work closely with a multi-organisation delivery team including project management, service delivery, safety assurance, systems engineering, architecture, and security specialists. 
 
 Essential Requirements 
 
 CEM Certification (mandatory) 
 
 Strong telecoms engineering background 
 
 Experience delivering software-based, cyber-secure systems within regulated environments 
 
 Proven experience working through GRIP stages, particularly GRIP 5-7 
 
 Experience with IDC/IDR, ECC, DRNs, and Network Rail governance processes 
 
 Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and suppliers 
 
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Contractors Engineering Manager (CEM)- Telecoms

We are looking for a QS based out of Manchester (will be traveling around the UK on occasion).This is a contract role outside of IR35 and is long term
What are my responsibilities?
<ul>
<li>Commercial functions of various work packages. These may include Design, Signalling Installation, Test &amp; Commission, Materials, Telecoms, Electrification, Power, Plant, Professional Services, Civil Engineering and Permanent Way on the railway infrastructure.</li>
<li>Work with the project delivery team responsible for work package / project change control and management</li>
<li>Liaise with work package managers to collate information on the works</li>
<li>Work package cost management, including forecasting, budget management and control</li>
<li>Prepares internal and external commercial reports</li>
<li>Establish and maintain interfaces with key stakeholders. E.g. finance, project management, engineering, subcontractors, suppliers and Employers team.</li>
<li>Maintaining auditable records for responsible work packages in accordance with contractual requirements</li>
<li>Able to manage cost of both direct labour, material, plant and subcontract cost (essential)</li>
<li>Ability to estimate change / variations using various methods (essential)</li>
<li>Able to forecasts cost and measure cost of work complete (essential)</li>
<li>Good negotiation skills (essential)</li>
<li>Assists with the implement commercial strategies (essential)</li>
<li>Ability to work with limited supervision and manage expectation (essential) Good communication skills (essential) good financial and commercial acumen (essential)</li>
<li>Ability to work under own initiative and under cost or time critical conditions</li>
<li>Confident and able to deal externally and internally at all levels.</li>
<li>Good negotiation skills.</li>
</ul>
What do I need to qualify for the job?
<ul>
<li>Previous Quantity Surveyor / Contract Administrator experience working within a contractor side project environment (essential). Experience ideally gained in a similar or related contracting construction industry e.g. Rail, Engineering, Defence.</li>
<li>HND/Degree qualified or equivalent and or hold or working towards professional qualification, RICS, CICES (essential).</li>
<li>5 years experience.</li>
<li>Strong track record in a contractor side, project environment (essential)</li>
<li>Ability to work under own initiative and under cost or time critical conditions (essential)</li>
<li>Good contractual knowledge and understanding (essential)</li>
<li>Use of Microsoft Office and other software to present high standard of documentation</li>
</ul>

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