Overview
Lead Civil and Structural Engineer to lead the design and delivery of civil and structural works for railway station infrastructure projects. This is a key leadership role within our Rail business, responsible for the engineering management of station upgrades, refurbishments, access-for-all schemes, and structural assessments in line with Network Rail and industry standards.
Hybrid working from Warwick office; you will guide a team of engineers and technicians through the full project lifecycle, ensuring safe, compliant, and cost-effective civil and structural designs that support the operational and passenger needs of modern rail stations.
Responsibilities
* Lead the civil and structural design of railway station buildings, platforms, canopies, footbridges, retaining walls, and foundations on both new-build and refurbishment projects.
* Ensure structural integrity, durability, and compliance with railway standards (NR/L2/CIV/003, BS/EN codes, Eurocodes) and Building Regulations.
* Oversee structural assessments, inspections, and temporary works designs in live station environments.
* Provide input on constructability, materials selection, and interfacing with M&E and architecture.
* Manage a multi-disciplinary engineering team (Principal Engineers, Designers, CAD Technicians); allocate resources and define technical priorities to meet programme milestones.
* Interface with project managers, site teams, contractors, and clients to align technical requirements with project objectives.
* Ensure work complies with CDM Regulations, Network Rail standards, and QEHS policies.
* Produce and review technical documents (Form A/B submissions, design certificates, calculations, risk assessments) and contribute to cost estimates and buildability reviews.
* Support the technical review of contractor designs and on-site construction methodologies.
* Act as technical lead during client design reviews and stakeholder engagements (Network Rail, local authorities, third-party developers).
* Support bid teams with discipline-specific expertise on future station enhancement opportunities.
Requirements
* BEng/HND in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent).
* Chartered or working towards Chartership (e.g., ICE or IStructE).
* Valid PTS (or willingness to obtain) and relevant Network Rail training advantageous.
* Proven experience in the civil/structural design of railway stations, bridges, or public infrastructure in operational rail environments.
* Advanced user of AutoCAD, MicroStation, and familiarity with 3D modelling tools (Civil 3D, Revit, or similar); familiar with BIM workflows.
* Strong knowledge of construction materials (concrete, steel, masonry, etc.) and their application in station settings.
* Strong leadership and team coordination skills; excellent written and verbal communication for technical reports and stakeholder engagement.
* Commercial awareness and ability to manage project budgets and risks.
* Passion for creating safe, accessible, and sustainable transport infrastructure.
What We Offer
* Car Allowance
* 34 Days Holiday (incl. public holidays) + Buy/Sell 5 days
* Pension Scheme
* Family-Friendly & Flexible Working Policies
* Wellbeing Portal & Occupational Health Support
* Telent Rewards
* 61 Shopping, Cinema & Restaurant Discounts
Shape the Future of Railway Infrastructure — At Telent, your engineering leadership will help transform rail travel through safer, more modern, and inclusive station environments. Lead with Purpose. Build with Impact. Deliver with Pride. Apply now and be part of a dynamic Rail Engineering team.
About Us
About Telent Telent is a leading technology company and specialist in the design, build, support and maintenance, drawing on decades of experience in mission critical communications and technology of the UK’s critical digital infrastructure. The work we do helps connect thousands of people and communities, using the best technology and innovation available. When you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact on all our futures by fulfilling your potential and delivering high performance. We work together to make everyday life work better for everyone. You’ll be part of a team of more than 3,000 brilliant, dedicated people committed to getting the job done well.
Brilliance brought together. We are guided by our values and behaviours:
* Be Inclusive
* Take Responsibility
* Collaborate
* Be Customer-focussed
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