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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

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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Morson Edge

Contractors Engineering Manager (CEM)- Telecoms

Morson Vital currently have an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager with a couple years Rail experience. This role is ideal for someone looking to grow and develop their initial skills in a fast-growing company.
Role: Project Manager Location: Luton Job Type: Permanent with excellent benefits Salary: Up to £55k per annum Responsibilities: 
<ul>
<li>Maintain the project schedule by tracking progress, coordinating tasks, and addressing any issues that arise.</li>
<li>Deliver projects on time, within budget, and to a high standard while ensuring strong health and safety practices across all work sites.</li>
<li>Manage the project plan by reviewing designs, drawings, specifications, and schedules, recommending adjustments as needed. Oversee project costs by approving expenditures and managing contractor contracts.</li>
</ul>
 About You: 
<ul>
<li>Possess strong knowledge of railway project delivery, a solid understanding of CDM regulations, and familiarity with rail-specific health and safety requirements.</li>
<li>Apply Network Rail processes and procedures to ensure cost-effective, high-quality, and safe design, construction, commissioning, and technical activities across relevant projects.</li>
<li>Negotiate contracts with external suppliers to secure favourable terms, and work closely with engineers, architects, and other specialists to define project specifications.</li>
<li>Develop a detailed project plan to ensure work is completed on schedule and within budget, monitor progress, and clearly communicate updates to clients and team members.</li>
<li>Maintain ongoing communication and attend meetings with clients and their representatives to keep them fully informed of project status.</li>
</ul>
 If this sounds like you, please call &lt;phone number removed&gt; . CV's to nathan.kemp(at)&lt;web address removed&gt;

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Project Manager

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<li>Experience in a cost engineering or cost control role within construction, rail, civils or engineering environments, or substantial experience as a Cost Clerk handling cost control and invoicing tasks</li><li>Strong understanding of construction project cost elements including plant, labour, materials, depot operations and subcontract packages</li><li>Demonstrable experience processing invoices, checking alignment with purchase orders and ensuring accurate cost allocation</li><li>Confidence engaging with suppliers to query costs, challenge discrepancies and ensure accurate charging</li><li>Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail</li><li>Degree-qualified in a relevant discipline (such as Quantity Surveying, Engineering or Construction Management) is preferred</li><li>Familiarity with cost control systems such as Copernic, JADE, LISA or similar</li><li>Membership of ACostE or a similar professional body is advantageous</li></ul>
Nice to Have:<ul>
<li>Background in civils disciplines such as drainage, piling or concrete works</li><li>Experience working at scale with high-volume invoicing or large monthly cost cycles</li><li>Prior work in depot or maintenance environments</li><li>Ability to support elements of change control and cost impact analysis</li></ul>
Interested? Get in touch with Emily today: &lt;email address removed&gt; or &lt;phone number removed&gt; .

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Cost Engineer Rail

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