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We have an exciting opportunity to join our client as a Lead Project Engineer in CIS within their Rail Infrastructure business.As a Lead Project Engineer, you will take ownership of the engineering delivery for defined work packages across one or more projects.&nbsp;You will ensure engineering requirements, standards, safety obligations, and customer expectations are fully met throughout the delivery lifecycle.You will often act as the Project Engineering Manager (PEM) on medium‑scale projects or lead engineering packages on larger programmes, coordinating multi‑disciplinary inputs, managing technical risk and ensuring robust integration, testing and assurance.&nbsp;This role is pivotal in the successful delivery of our CIS (Communications &amp; Information Systems) solutions.Daily Tasks will include:&nbsp; Leading the engineering delivery of work packages or serving as PEM on medium projects, ensuring scope, schedule, quality, cost, and safety objectives are achieved. Developing, maintaining, and executing the Project Engineering Management Plan (PEMP), tailoring engineering governance to project complexity.Driving engineering lifecycle activities: requirements capture, system design, integration, testing, V&amp;V, and commissioning readiness. Ensuring all engineering work complies with relevant standards, processes, technical specifications, and safety obligations (CDM/CSM). Coordinating technical interfaces across disciplines, suppliers, and subcontractors, ensuring “right first time” integration. Acting as the engineering representative to the PM, client, suppliers, and internal teams, ensuring consistent communication of requirements, changes, and engineering status.Requirements:&nbsp; Degree in Electrical, Electronic, Systems, or related Engineering discipline (or equivalent experience). Strong engineering delivery experience in SCADA, SISS, Control Systems, or large-scale integration projects. Proven capability delivering across the full engineering lifecycle; requirements, design, integration, test, V&amp;V, and commissioning. Experience acting as Work Package Manager, technical lead, or PEM on scoped project elements. Strong understanding of rail infrastructure environments, construction/installation constraints, and operational railway practices and the ability to demonstrate managing requirements, configuration, change, and engineering assurance processes effectively Background in multi-discipline environments such as SCADA, SISS, control systems, telecoms, M&amp;E, or line-wide system integration and software-intensive systems (desirable)&nbsp;

MPI Limited - Rail

Lead Project Engineer (Communications & Information Systems)

Are you an experienced rail SISS Telecoms Design Engineer looking for a role where you can genuinely take ownership of your designs?Do you enjoy working on station upgrades, Access for All schemes and new rail infrastructure projects?Salary: £40,000 to £50,000 DOE Location: Derby, in office 3 days per week.Due to a strong and growing project pipeline, a well-established rail SME design and build contractor is looking to appoint a SISS/Telecoms Design Engineer into their multidisciplinary team based in Derby.&nbsp; You will be a key contributor for their SISS work, delivering high-quality designs for station upgrades, Access for All (AFA) schemes, and new build projects. If you are an experienced rail comms designer who can hit the ground running, we want to hear from you. You’ll be trusted to deliver high-quality, compliant designs, working closely with electrical and wider engineering disciplines to ensure fully integrated solutions.Key Responsibilities: ·Produce detailed SISS/Telecoms designs from concept through to "Approved for Construction" (AFC) status. ·Design a variety of station communication systems, including CCTV, Public Address (PA/VA), Customer Information Systems (CIS), and Help Points. ·Utilise Bentley MicroStation to create and develop design drawings, schematics, and layout plans. ·Coordinate with other disciplines, particularly electrical engineering, to ensure power requirements, cable routing, and containment are fully integrated. ·Prepare technical documentation, design reports, and risk assessments. ·Ensure all designs comply with relevant Network Rail standards and processes. Essential Skills &amp; Experience: ·Proven experience as a SISS / Telecoms Design Engineer within the UK rail sector. ·Essential proficiency with Bentley MicroStation is required. You must be able to produce designs using this software from day one. ·In-depth design knowledge of core SISS technologies (CCTV, CIS, PA, Help Points). ·A strong understanding of the GRIP lifecycle and Network Rail assurance processes. Desirable Skills: ·Experience acting as a CRE (Contractor's Responsible Engineer) for Telecoms. ·A broader understanding of operational communications systems. ·Experience with data management systems such as ProjectWise. ·Familiarity with associated electrical power systems for comms equipment. Interested? Get in touch with <a href="mailto:emily.atkins@carringtonwest.com" target="_blank">emily.atkins@carringtonwest.com</a> today.

Telecoms SISS Design Engineer Rail

Location: South Yorkshire Sector: Civil Engineering (Rail, Highways, and General Civil Engineering) Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Career Path: Progression to Senior Quantity Surveyor
Overview
We are seeking an ambitious Quantity Surveyor to join our dynamic team delivering a variety of civil engineering projects across South Yorkshire. The successful candidate will play a key role in commercial management, cost control, and contractual matters across schemes in rail, highways, and general civil engineering. This role offers a structured career pathway with the opportunity for promotion to Senior Quantity Surveyor.
Key Responsibilities
Manage all commercial and contractual aspects of allocated projects.
Prepare, monitor, and manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost plans.
Prepare and negotiate subcontractor packages, contracts, and variations.
Conduct valuations, applications for payment, and final account settlements.
Ensure compliance with company policies, contractual obligations, and industry standards.
Provide accurate monthly reporting, cash flow forecasts, and financial analysis to the Commercial Manager.
Support project teams in delivering projects on time and within budget.
Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to maintain strong working relationships.
Assist in developing junior staff and contribute to knowledge sharing within the commercial team.
Requirements
Essential:
Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in civil engineering (rail, highways, or general civils).
Strong knowledge of NEC and other relevant forms of contract.
Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and negotiation abilities.
Proficiency with relevant software (e.g., MS Excel, cost management tools).

Quantity Surveyor

We are currently seeking an Estimator/Senior Estimator to join our clients South Yorkshire office working as part of the Bid Winning Team.
As an Estimator, you will play a critical role in developing and pricing commercially viable, competitive &amp; cost-effective tenders to meet the identified client needs for a range of civil engineering projects including sectors such as rail, aviation, power &amp; utilities and Environment Agency projects in Northern region.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a busy and fast-paced work-winning team involved in multi-disciplinary civils projects across a variety of sectors.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Preparing and managing tenders from the receipt of documents through to delivery.
Work closely with the other functions in the department to develop and implement bid winning strategies from early in the tender process.
Presenting tenders at review meetings to senior management.
Liaising with the Supply Chain team on supplier/subcontractor inquiries.
Conducting technical and commercial appraisals of labour, plant, materials, and temporary works.
Performing take-offs from drawings and producing cost-effective tenders based on first principles.
Discuss and agree resourcing and works outputs with Planner, Bid Manager and delivery team working on the tender.
Analysing and pricing risks associated with tenders.
Preparing tender submission deliverables Assisting in the proposals and contract management functions.
Provide support, mentoring &amp; guidance to Assistant Estimators and anyone else within the department who may require such support, mentoring &amp; guidance
Essential Requirements
To be successful in this role, you should have: Previous experience as an Estimator in a civil engineering infrastructure setting, particularly in multi-disciplinary projects and/or frameworks. Expertise in First Principles estimating. A solid background in Civil Engineering projects. Preferred Experience in a site-based or operational role prior to your estimating career is highly advantageous. Causeway software experience and knowledge is desirable.

Estimator

Are you an experienced rail SISS Telecoms Design Engineer looking for a role where you can genuinely take ownership of your designs? Do you enjoy working on station upgrades, Access for All schemes and new rail infrastructure projects?Salary: £40,000 to £50,000 DOE Location: Derby, in office 3 days per week.Due to a strong and growing project pipeline, a well-established rail SME design and build contractor is looking to appoint a SISS/Telecoms Design Engineer into their multidisciplinary team based in Derby.You will be a key contributor for their SISS work, delivering high-quality designs for station upgrades, Access for All (AFA) schemes, and new build projects. You’ll be trusted to deliver high-quality, compliant designs, working closely with electrical and wider engineering disciplines to ensure fully integrated solutions.Key Responsibilities:<ul>
<li>Produce detailed SISS/Telecoms designs from concept through to "Approved for Construction" (AFC) status.</li><li>Design a variety of station communication systems, including CCTV, Public Address (PA/VA), Customer Information Systems (CIS), and Help Points.</li><li>Utilise Bentley MicroStation to create and develop design drawings, schematics, and layout plans.</li><li>Coordinate with other disciplines, particularly electrical engineering, to ensure power requirements, cable routing, and containment are fully integrated.</li><li>Prepare technical documentation, design reports, and risk assessments.</li><li>Ensure all designs comply with relevant Network Rail standards and processes.</li></ul>
Essential Skills &amp; Experience:<ul>
<li>Proven experience as a SISS / Telecoms Design Engineer within the UK rail sector.</li><li>Essential proficiency with Bentley MicroStation is required. You must be able to produce designs using this software from day one.</li><li>In-depth design knowledge of core SISS technologies (CCTV, CIS, PA, Help Points).</li><li>A strong understanding of the GRIP lifecycle and Network Rail assurance processes.</li></ul>
Desirable Skills:<ul>
<li>Experience acting as a CRE (Contractor's Responsible Engineer) for Telecoms.</li><li>A broader understanding of operational communications systems.</li><li>Experience with data management systems such as ProjectWise.</li><li>Familiarity with associated electrical power systems for comms equipment.</li></ul>
Interested? Get in touch with &lt;email address removed&gt; today.

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

Are you a Junior Electrical Design Engineer or CAD Technician looking to build a long-term career in the UK rail industry?Do you enjoy producing design and want to develop your understanding of low voltage electrical and communications systems across rail infrastructure projects?Salary:£28,000 to £37,500 DOE Location: Derby, minimum of 3-4 days in the office per weekA well-established railway electrical services provider is looking to appoint a Junior Electrical Design Engineer / CAD Technician to join its growing in-house design team based in Derby.This role has been deliberately designed to suit two profiles: a Junior Engineer at the early stages of their career, or an experienced CAD Technician who wants to specialise in rail and develop their technical knowledge. You will work closely with senior engineers on live rail projects, contributing to the delivery of LV electrical and communications designs for stations and trackside environments, while receiving hands-on mentorship and structured development.Essential skills &amp; experience<ul>
<li>Experience producing 2D technical drawings using CAD software, ideally Bentley MicroStation</li><li>Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to technical work</li><li>Genuine interest in rail engineering</li><li>Prior experience creating low voltage electrical designs or drawings</li><li>Ability to work from the Derby office to support learning and collaboration</li><li>Good communication skills and a positive, team-oriented attitude</li></ul>
Essential for Junior Engineer applicants<ul>
<li>Degree or relevant qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline</li><li>Basic understanding of electrical engineering principles and willingness to learn industry standards</li><li>Minimum 1 year of low voltage electrical design experience</li></ul>
Essential for CAD Technician applicants<ul>
<li>Strong CAD capability with confidence producing accurate technical drawings</li><li>Interest in understanding the engineering intent behind designs</li><li>MicroStation experience</li><li>Previous experience working in a ProjectWise environment is highly advantageous</li></ul>
Desirable skills<ul>
<li>Exposure to Network Rail standards and procedures</li><li>Experience working on rail, infrastructure or engineering projects</li><li>Willingness to develop skills in design calculations and technical documentation</li></ul>
This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive rail design team that is committed to developing talent. Whether you are a Junior Engineer looking to build practical design experience or a CAD Technician keen to grow into the engineering side of rail, this role offers a clear development pathway, funded training and long-term career progression.If this sounds like the right next step, apply now or get in touch with Emily Atkins at &lt;email address removed&gt; for a confidential discussion.

Junior Electrical Design Engineer

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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