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<h2>Research Support Analyst</h2>
UK-London
Job ID 2025-1741
Position Type
Permanent Full-Time
<dl>Post End Date 25/01/2026</dl>
<h2>Overview</h2>
RSSB are now recruiting for a Research Support Analyst to join a team of analysts in the Research directorate at RSSB. The Research directorate runs the research programme, generating new knowledge for the industry and supporting the dissemination and implementation of that knowledge. The principal responsibility of the analyst team is to assess ideas for new research projects. The analysts develop the project’s case for research, ensuring that the project will support the strategic needs of the rail industry and will represent good return on the investment. Following completion of projects, the analyst team is responsible for undertaking a review of the project, as well as facilitating the monitoring of industry implementation of the findings.
 
This is a permanent role based at our Offices in Fenchurch Avenue with hybrid working. The close date for this role is 25th January 2026. To apply, please ensure you include details of why you are interested in this role with us and how you meet the person specifications. Interviews will take place W/C 2nd and 9th February 2026.
<h2>Responsibilities</h2>
What you'll do: 
You will stay abreast of new research within the rail industry and beyond, critically assessing information to support the delivery against a broad scope of potential activities, which are expected to include:
<ul>
<li>Developing research: Working with industry stakeholders and supported by RSSB Professional and Technical Leads, you will help scope new research projects to be carried out covering all aspects of the rail sector.</li>
<li>Establishing business cases: You will help investigate and describe the expected impact of new research on GB rail, and assess the value of it.</li>
<li>Providing research delivery support: You will be involved in monitoring and contributing to the delivery of a diverse range of research projects, ranging from engineering to rail operations.</li>
<li>Communicating research findings: You will help prepare impactful communication material and present to industry groups and stakeholders research remits, research findings, expected impacts and benefits from research, and implementation routes to realise these benefits.</li>
<li>Post Project Review (PPR) of project benefits: Working with the Professional Leads, other analysts, and the Director and Deputy Director of Research, you will deliver high quality PPRs ensuring sound logic and benefits analysis is taken and effectively communicated.</li>
<li>Implementation planning: You will support the RSSB Professional and Technical in identifying and realising industry take up of research findings research findings.</li>
<li>Knowledge searches: You will utilise analytical and business writing skills to answer questions from members of the rail industry through desk-based research, where you will need to collate information from public sources and generate insight to answer to pressing questions.</li>
<li>Programme support: Providing support to the organisation, coordination and reporting of the research programme to industry and other key stakeholders.</li>
</ul>
 
<h2>Qualifications</h2>
What we're looking for:
 
Essential:
<ul>
<li>Hold a degree in an engineering discipline, mathematics or economics (or an equivalent qualification or experience).</li>
<li>Effective qualitive and quantitative analytical skills.</li>
<li>Have a proactive and innovative approach to solving problems.</li>
<li>Communicate effectively and share thoughts and ideas through methods appropriate to the audience.</li>
<li>Adapt and respond effectively when embracing new opportunities, change and in navigating uncertainty.</li>
<li>Actively contribute as part of a team and work towards achieving team goals and outcomes.</li>
<li>Take responsibility and demonstrate accountability in completing tasks and achieving objectives, actively seeking to resolve problems and identify opportunities.</li>
<li>Committed to customer service and placing customer satisfaction at the heart of our success to ensure we deliver against our shared goals.</li>
<li>Build effective professional relationships with stakeholders, understanding their unique goals and motivations, gaining credibility and effectively influencing to achieve desired outcomes.</li>
</ul>
Desirable
<ul>
<li>Knowledge, understanding and interest in public transport, and rail in particular.</li>
<li>Knowledge, understanding and interest in the management and delivery of research type activities.</li>
</ul>
 

Why Join RSSB?
We value our people and offer a competitive benefits package to ensure our staff can achieve their best throughout their journey with us. This includes: 
<ul type="disc">
<li>30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)</li>
<li>Holiday buy and sell scheme</li>
<li>Private medical and dental cover</li>
<li>Flexible and hybrid working options</li>
<li>Season ticket loan and travel subsidy</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme</li>
<li>Volunteer leave</li>
<li>Performance-related bonus</li>
<li>Excellent pension scheme</li>
<li>Learning and development opportunities </li>
</ul>
We value diversity and equal opportunities in employment and are committed to creating a workplace which is inclusive to everyone. As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, we encourage candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria, to apply for our jobs. If you have applied under the Disability Confident Scheme, please let us know in advance by emailing us. Find out more about Diversity and Inclusion at RSSB: Rail Safety and Standards Board Careers - VERCIDA
 
If you require any reasonable adjustments with respect to our selection process including information in an alternative format, please contact us.
 
We understand the importance of work-life balance and we offer our staff the flexibility to work within our core hours and the option to vary their location between both the office and home. If you are looking for further flexibility, speak to us at interview stage so that we can consider your request.

Rail Safety and Standards Board

Research Support Analyst

Project Manager – Rail &amp; Civil Engineering
Location - Uxbridge
Contract Length – rolling 6 months contract
£400 - £450 per day outside IR35
 
Are you an experienced Project Manager with a proven track record in delivering rail and civil engineering projects? We are looking for a skilled professional to lead the successful delivery of construction, renewal, and maintenance projects across the railway and infrastructure sector.
 
About the Role
As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing projects from start to finish. You’ll work closely with engineers, designers, and stakeholders to ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and client requirements.
 
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and manage detailed project plans, budgets, and resource allocation.
Oversee on-site activities ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency.
Lead project meetings, manage risks, and resolve issues promptly.
Liaise with clients, contractors, and internal teams to maintain clear communication.
Ensure compliance with HSQE policies and CDM regulations.
Manage handover and close-out processes to meet contractual obligations.
 
What We’re Looking For
Education: Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
Experience: Minimum 5 years in Project/Construction Management within rail or civil engineering.
Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities. Proficiency in project management tools.
Other: Ability to travel to various sites and manage both office and site-based work.
 
Why Apply?
Work on high-profile rail and infrastructure projects.
Join a team that values excellence, trust, innovation, and integrity.
Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
 
Interested?
Send your CV to &lt;email address removed&gt; or call &lt;phone number removed&gt; .
 
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Ganymede

Project Manager

Senior Quantity Surveyors (Permanent Role) - Birmingham Hybrid Working| Major Infrastructure ProjectsLooking for your next career move in the world of construction and infrastructure? Join one of the UK’s most respected construction consultancies - a business with over 130 years of industry heritage and a reputation for delivering excellence across real estate, infrastructure, and complex global projects.We’re currently hiring multiple Senior Quantity Surveyors to join our growing team, supporting some of the UK’s most high-profile infrastructure programmes - from rail, aviation, utilities, defence, healthcare, education and more.The Role:As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you’ll play a vital role in delivering high-impact projects. Your responsibilities will include:<ul>
<li>Managing project costs across the full construction lifecycle – from new builds to refurbishments.</li><li>Advising clients on cost planning, procurement, and final accounts.</li><li>Working closely with multidisciplinary teams across various sectors.</li><li>Supporting or leading key client relationships and projects.</li></ul>
What We’re Looking For:<ul>
<li>Demonstrable experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Cost Manager (UK-based).</li><li>Strong NEC contract knowledge - essential.</li><li>Infrastructure sector experience (rail, utilities, defence, etc.) is highly desirable.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li></ul>
What’s in It for You?<ul>
<li>Competitive salary + Car Allowance</li><li>Excellent benefits package</li><li>Flexible hybrid working (home, office &amp; client sites)</li><li>13 office locations across the UK for collaboration</li><li>Real career progression opportunities on nationally significant projects</li></ul>
How to Apply:If you're ready to take on exciting challenges and play a key role in delivering some of the UK’s most high-profile infrastructure projects, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and take the next step in your career with a consultancy that’s shaping the future of the built environment. Alternatively, please reach out to &lt;email address removed&gt; for further details.We value diversity and are proud to be an inclusive employer, so no matter your background, your talent is welcome here. We’re also hiring across various levels and locations, so if this role isn’t quite the right fit, we still encourage you to get in touch for other opportunities.

Morson Edge

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Are you a Data Analyst that enjoys working with data, assuring quality and turning insight into action? Are you confident working with contractors and stakeholders to make sure information is right first time?Salary: £36,857 to £43,355 total package (£32,050 to £37,700 plus a 15% flexible cash fund) Location: Birmingham (3 days per week in the office) Closing Date:21st JanuaryA major UK infrastructure programme is expanding its Asset Information team and is looking for an Asset Data Coordinator/Data Analyst to focus on data quality, assurance and reporting across a growing asset base.This is a data-focused analytical role, supporting the assurance of asset information from design and construction through to handover.You’ll work closely with contractors, internal information managers and technical specialists to ensure asset data is complete, accurate and compliant with defined standards. You’ll analyse submissions, report on data quality, and play a key role in the data acceptance process.This role sits within a specialist Asset Information team and works in parallel with CAD and GIS colleagues as part of a wider Digital Engineering function.Essential:<ul>
<li>Experience in data analysis, data quality and data assurance</li><li>Confidence using Power BI to analyse and present information</li><li>Understanding of asset information or infrastructure environments</li><li>Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills</li><li>Ability to explain data issues clearly to non-technical audiences</li></ul>
Nice to have:<ul>
<li>Experience working on infrastructure or asset-intensive programmes</li><li>Exposure to asset registers, CMMS or asset information systems</li><li>Experience across a full project lifecycle (design, build, handover)</li><li>Familiarity with Microsoft Fabric or data lakes</li></ul>
This role would suit someone who enjoys combining data, process and stakeholder interaction.If you’re looking to play a key role in assuring data on one of the UK’s most complex infrastructure programmes, we’d love to hear from you.Get in touch with Emily Atkins at Carrington West to discuss the role in confidence or apply today.

Carrington West Limited

Data Analyst Rail

Are you a Senior Commercial Manager with experience of major rail projects for a Tier 1 contractor? Do you have pre and post-contract expertise, ideally across a major programme of works? Location: Central London Hybrid: 3 days in office, 2 days from home Salary: £100,000 to £110,000 per annum (dependent on experience) About the Role We are seeking an Senior Commercial Manager or Commercial Lead to support a main contractor on a multitude of rail signalling projects. Due to the nature of the work, only candidates with experience of major rail projects for a Tier 1 contractor can be considered for this opportunity. This role is ideal for a commercially astute Commercial Manager with strong pre and post-contract experience, as well as proven ability to lead a commercial team. As a Commercial Lead, the successful candidate will take ownership of contract review, subcontractor negotiation, supplier management, and ensuring robust commercial performance across the partnership. Key Responsibilities<ul>
<li>Deliver all aspects of pre and post-contract commercial management.</li><li>Lead a commercial unit consisting of commercial managers and quantity surveyors.</li><li>Undertake contract reviews and negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers.</li><li>Oversee procurement and supply chain management.</li><li>Manage variations, valuations, and cost forecasting.</li></ul>
 Essential<ul>
<li>Experience on major rail projects for a Tier 1 contractor.</li><li>Confident in contract reviews and subcontractor negotiation.</li></ul>
 Desirable<ul>
<li>Signalling project experience</li><li>Rail partnership experience</li></ul>

Commercial Lead

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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