What you'll be doing

As a Senior Track CRE Engineer, you will have the following accountabilities:

• To monitor, engineering and design compliance for all schemes so they comply with the requirements of the Governance of Railway Investment Projects (GRIP), and the GRIP4 for Track process;


• Undertake Contractors Responsible Engineer duties (CRE);


• Monitor the programme teams so they follow the project approved Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) Process;


• Provide technical support in the detailed planning and execution of all of Track Renewal and Enhancement Works as allocated by the Assistant Renewals Manager;


• Monitor and ensure technical compliance on all works, site and office;


• Attend relevant meetings including Whiteboard/Stage Gate meetings as required;


• Manage the work to meet agreed financial targets, performance KRAs and other KPI’s;


• Manage works in compliance with the CRSA technical specifications, processes and procedures and Network Rail Group and Line Standards;


• Undertake surveys, planning and programming of work, technical supervision on site, preparation of documents;


• Ensure the preparation and submission of Bar Charts/Time Chainage charts;


• WPP’s, task Briefs and other site documentation for all works;


• Undertake safety inspection as stipulated in Alliance procedures and requirements;


• Submit Daily Work Returns (Planned v Actuals) in a timely manner;


• Participate in the Alliance Safety Briefing Programme;


• Support the Senior Renewals Manager in delivering the Alliance Programme as required;


• Assist with the provision of technical and delivery support to the Track and Drainage Senior Engineer, Senior Supervisor and Renewals Manager Team as required;


• Deliver Duty Management and ‘On Call’ as required.

Who we're looking for

The successful candidate will have the following:

• Good knowledge of Track Renewals Disciplines;


• Excellent knowledge of Rules and Regulations, HASAW and other appropriate regulations, including Group Standards;


• Knowledge of financial controls;


• Excellent interpersonal, communication and person management skills;


• Ability to write clear and concise reports and computer literacy;


• Ability to drive; 


• HNC in an Engineering discipline (or equivalent); 


• PTS and COSS. 

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

- Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
- 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…

About us

Balfour Beatty works at the heart of the UK’s rail networks – designing, enhancing and maintaining thousands of miles of the railways that connect communities and underpin growth.

From feasibility studies, planning and design through to implementation and asset management, we provide multi-disciplinary rail infrastructure services across the lifecycle of rail assets. Our expertise covers electrification, track, power, civils, specialist rail plant, railway systems and technologies.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: candidaterecruitmentqueries@balfourbeatty.com