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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Associate Project Director to lead the successful delivery of major roads and highways schemes. This senior role will oversee projects from early development and procurement through to construction, completion and handover, ensuring that programmes are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with agreed time, cost and quality objectives. You will provide strategic direction across a varied portfolio, working with clients, consultants, contractors, statutory bodies and other stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes.

Key responsibilities will include establishing and maintaining effective project governance, managing budgets and resources, monitoring programme performance, and identifying and mitigating commercial, technical and delivery risks. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, provide clear direction and support, and ensure that robust reporting and change-control processes are in place. The role will also involve overseeing procurement and contract administration, managing stakeholder expectations, supporting business development activity, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, industry standards, health and safety requirements and environmental commitments.

Applicants should have substantial experience delivering complex roads, highways or transport infrastructure projects, ideally within a consultancy, client-side or contractor environment. A strong understanding of project management principles, construction processes, commercial management and relevant forms of contract is essential. You will be a confident communicator and collaborative leader, able to influence senior stakeholders and make sound decisions in a challenging and fast-moving environment. A degree or equivalent qualification in civil engineering, construction, project management or a related discipline is expected, together with relevant professional membership or chartership. The successful candidate will demonstrate strategic thinking, strong financial awareness, excellent organisational skills and a proven record of delivering high-value infrastructure programmes.

We are seeking an experienced Associate Project Director to lead the successful delivery of major roads and highways projects from inception through to completion. This is a senior role for a confident project professional with strong technical, commercial and stakeholder management experience, capable of directing complex programmes in a highly regulated and delivery-focused environment. You will work closely with clients, consultants, contractors and public-sector partners to establish clear objectives, maintain momentum and achieve high standards of safety, quality, sustainability and value.

Your responsibilities will include leading multidisciplinary project teams, developing and managing project strategies, budgets, programmes and risk registers, and ensuring that delivery remains aligned with agreed scope and business objectives. You will oversee design development, procurement, construction and handover activities, providing effective governance and reporting throughout the project lifecycle. The role will also involve managing contractual and commercial matters, monitoring performance, resolving issues, and implementing robust change-control processes. You will build strong relationships with key stakeholders, facilitate effective decision-making and provide clear, timely updates to senior leaders and project boards. A commitment to health and safety, environmental responsibility and continuous improvement will be essential.

Applicants should have substantial experience managing roads, highways or other major infrastructure projects, ideally within a consultancy, contractor, client or public-sector setting. You will need a strong understanding of project management principles, construction processes, relevant standards and contract forms, together with proven experience managing budgets, programmes, risk and multi-disciplinary teams. Excellent communication, negotiation and influencing skills are essential, as is the ability to make sound decisions in a demanding environment. A relevant degree or professional qualification in civil engineering, project management or a related discipline is desirable, and membership of an appropriate professional body would be advantageous. This role offers the opportunity to shape high-profile infrastructure improvements and make a lasting contribution to the communities and economies they serve.

We are seeking an experienced Lead Bridge Engineer to provide technical leadership across the design, assessment, inspection and delivery of bridge and civil structures projects. This is an opportunity to take a leading role in the development of safe, sustainable and constructible solutions, working across a varied portfolio that may include highway, rail, pedestrian and other transport-related structures. You will lead projects from concept through to detailed design, construction support and completion, ensuring that technical, commercial, programme and quality requirements are consistently achieved.

Your responsibilities will include managing and mentoring bridge engineering teams; reviewing and approving calculations, drawings, specifications and technical reports; undertaking and overseeing structural assessments, inspections and feasibility studies; and coordinating with clients, contractors, architects, geotechnical specialists and other disciplines. You will contribute to design reviews, risk management, buildability assessments and value engineering, while ensuring compliance with relevant British Standards, Eurocodes, industry guidance and health and safety legislation. The role will also involve preparing fee proposals, supporting business development, managing project budgets and programmes, and representing the engineering team at meetings and stakeholder consultations.

Applicants should hold a degree in civil or structural engineering and ideally be professionally qualified, or working towards professional registration, with an appropriate UK engineering institution. You will have substantial experience in bridge design, assessment or asset management, together with strong knowledge of structural analysis and design principles. Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering projects within consultancy or contracting environments is highly desirable. Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills are essential, as is the ability to develop trusted relationships with clients and colleagues. Familiarity with design and analysis software, technical assurance processes and digital engineering tools would be advantageous. In return, you can expect a varied workload, opportunities for professional development and the chance to influence the delivery of high-quality infrastructure projects.

We are seeking an experienced Lead Bridge Engineer to take technical responsibility for the delivery of bridge engineering projects from concept through to completion. This is an opportunity to lead multidisciplinary teams, provide sound engineering judgement and contribute to the development of safe, sustainable and buildable transport infrastructure. You will work across a varied portfolio of bridge and civil structures, supporting clients, contractors and project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Your responsibilities will include leading the design and assessment of bridges, viaducts, retaining structures and associated civil engineering works; preparing and reviewing calculations, drawings, specifications and technical reports; and ensuring that all designs comply with relevant British Standards, Eurocodes, design guidance and health and safety requirements. You will coordinate design activities, manage technical risks, oversee inspections and surveys, and provide engineering input during construction. The role will also involve mentoring engineers, checking technical deliverables, contributing to fee proposals and programmes, and maintaining effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Applicants should hold a degree in civil or structural engineering and have substantial experience in bridge design, assessment, strengthening or maintenance. Chartered Engineer status, or a clear pathway towards professional registration, is preferred. You will need strong knowledge of structural analysis and design principles, bridge inspection and assessment methodologies, and relevant industry standards. Experience with design software and technical modelling packages, together with the ability to manage competing priorities, would be advantageous. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential, as is a collaborative approach to problem-solving. The successful candidate will be commercially aware, organised and confident in providing technical leadership while maintaining a strong focus on quality, safety and sustainability.

We are seeking a RAMS Engineer to support the delivery of safe, reliable and maintainable engineering solutions throughout the full project lifecycle. In this role, you will develop and maintain Reliability, Availability, Maintainability and Safety processes in line with relevant industry standards and customer requirements. You will work closely with systems, design, verification, quality and project teams to ensure RAMS objectives are clearly defined, properly assessed and demonstrably achieved.

Your responsibilities will include preparing RAMS plans, analyses, safety cases, hazard logs and reliability predictions, as well as coordinating risk assessments, FMEA/FMECA, fault-tree analyses and maintainability studies. You will identify technical and operational risks, recommend mitigation measures and monitor the implementation of resulting actions. You will also review technical documentation, support requirements management and verification activities, contribute to design reviews and produce clear reports for both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Where required, you will participate in audits, assurance activities and meetings with customers, suppliers and independent assessors.

The successful candidate will have a degree or equivalent qualification in engineering, systems engineering, safety engineering or a related discipline, together with professional experience in RAMS, functional safety, reliability engineering or safety assurance. Knowledge of applicable standards, risk management methods and lifecycle processes is essential; experience in transportation, rail, aerospace, defence, energy or another safety-critical sector would be advantageous. You should be analytical, organised and confident in challenging technical assumptions. Strong written and verbal communication skills, the ability to manage priorities and a collaborative approach are important. Familiarity with tools for requirements management, risk analysis or reliability modelling, along with professional-level English, will be valued.

We are seeking an experienced Interface Manager to coordinate the effective integration of people, systems, processes and construction activities across a complex infrastructure programme. The successful candidate will act as a central point of coordination between internal teams, contractors, consultants, suppliers, local authorities and other external stakeholders, ensuring that interfaces are clearly defined, understood and actively managed throughout the project lifecycle.

Key responsibilities will include establishing and maintaining an interface management strategy, identifying interface risks and dependencies, and developing clear ownership and communication arrangements. You will maintain interface registers, action trackers and decision logs; organise and lead coordination meetings; monitor the progress of interface-related actions; and ensure that issues are escalated and resolved in a timely manner. The role will also involve reviewing designs, specifications, programmes and change proposals to identify potential clashes or impacts, supporting the resolution of technical and operational conflicts, and ensuring that agreed requirements are reflected in project documentation and delivery plans.

Applicants should have proven experience in interface management, project coordination or a comparable role within major construction, engineering, transport or infrastructure projects. You will need strong knowledge of project controls, risk management, change control and stakeholder coordination, along with the ability to interpret technical information and understand dependencies between disciplines and work packages. Excellent communication, negotiation and organisational skills are essential, as is the confidence to work with senior stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams. A relevant technical, engineering, project management or equivalent qualification is desirable. The ability to manage competing priorities, maintain accurate records and work proactively in a fast-paced environment will be critical to success.

We are seeking an experienced Structural Integrity Team Leader to provide technical leadership and direction across structural inspection, assessment, maintenance, and integrity management activities. The role will be responsible for ensuring that structural assets remain safe, reliable, compliant, and fit for purpose throughout their operational life. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, coordinate work programmes, and provide clear technical advice to engineering, operations, maintenance, and project stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include developing and maintaining structural integrity management strategies, inspection plans, and risk-based assessment programmes. You will oversee the evaluation of inspection findings, corrosion, degradation, damage mechanisms, and structural anomalies, ensuring that appropriate remedial actions are identified and prioritised. The role will involve reviewing engineering calculations, fitness-for-service assessments, repair proposals, and technical reports, as well as supporting risk assessments, incident investigations, audits, and regulatory submissions. You will also monitor performance, budgets, resources, and delivery milestones while promoting consistent standards, effective document control, and continuous improvement.

Applicants should hold a relevant degree or equivalent qualification in structural, civil, mechanical, or materials engineering, with substantial experience in structural integrity management within a complex industrial, energy, marine, or infrastructure environment. Professional registration or membership of an appropriate engineering institution is desirable. You will have strong knowledge of structural inspection techniques, corrosion management, failure mechanisms, applicable codes and standards, and risk-based decision-making. Experience leading technical teams and contractors is essential, together with excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills. The successful candidate will be organised, pragmatic, and confident making sound engineering judgements in safety-critical situations. A commitment to health, safety, environmental performance, ethical conduct, and the development of team capability is expected.

We are seeking an experienced Project Director, Rail & Transit to lead the successful delivery of complex transportation infrastructure programmes from inception through to completion. This senior role will oversee multidisciplinary teams, manage strategic client relationships, and provide clear direction across planning, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover. The successful candidate will ensure projects are delivered safely, sustainably, on schedule, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

Responsibilities will include establishing project governance, delivery strategies, milestones, budgets, and performance objectives; coordinating technical, commercial, and operational workstreams; and managing programme risks, issues, dependencies, and change control. You will monitor progress against key performance indicators, provide accurate reports to senior stakeholders, and lead the resolution of complex project challenges. The role will also involve overseeing consultants, contractors, and delivery partners; supporting contract and procurement activities; ensuring compliance with applicable rail, transit, health and safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements; and promoting innovation, digital delivery, and sustainable construction practices. You will be expected to build collaborative relationships with public-sector clients, authorities, communities, and industry partners while maintaining a strong focus on stakeholder engagement.

Applicants should have substantial experience directing major rail, metro, light rail, commuter rail, or related transportation infrastructure projects, ideally across the full project lifecycle. A degree in engineering, construction, project management, transportation, or a related discipline is preferred, together with recognised professional or project management credentials. You will bring strong commercial awareness, financial management capability, and a detailed understanding of design and construction interfaces. Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and decision-making skills are essential, as is the ability to influence senior stakeholders and motivate diverse teams in a complex delivery environment. Experience with safety-critical systems, public procurement, alliance or design-and-build contracts, and large-scale programme controls will be highly valued.

We are seeking an experienced Testing and Commissioning Lead to oversee the safe, compliant and efficient delivery of traction power systems across major rail and infrastructure projects. The role will lead testing and commissioning activities from planning and design review through to energisation, dynamic testing, handover and close-out. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, specialist subcontractors and project stakeholders to ensure systems are installed, tested and commissioned in accordance with approved designs, technical standards, project programmes and safety requirements.

Key responsibilities will include developing and managing testing and commissioning strategies, plans, procedures, inspection and test plans, and detailed work packages. You will review technical documentation, assess system readiness, coordinate interfaces with civil, signalling, overhead line, depot and control system teams, and manage testing of traction substations, switchgear, protection systems, feeders, return circuits, earthing and bonding arrangements. The successful candidate will lead fault investigation and resolution, ensure test results are accurately recorded, manage non-conformances, support energisation activities and produce complete handover documentation. You will also provide technical leadership to engineers and technicians, chair progress and readiness meetings, and promote a strong culture of safe working.

Applicants should have substantial experience in testing and commissioning traction power or comparable high-voltage railway electrical systems, with a sound understanding of railway standards, electrical safety rules, isolation and permit-to-work processes. A relevant electrical engineering qualification and demonstrable experience leading commissioning teams on complex projects are required. Knowledge of protection testing, relay configuration, HV switching, power quality, SCADA interfaces and commissioning software would be advantageous. You must be highly organised, confident working with clients, contractors and regulators, and able to make informed decisions under programme pressure. The role may involve site-based work, night shifts, weekend possessions and travel between project locations. A commitment to quality, safety, technical excellence and collaborative delivery is essential.