Overview
Engineering Manager (CEM) – Region: North Wales (Rail / Civil Engineering). Location: North Wales (projects across Mid & North Wales, incl. North Wales Coast).
The Opportunity: A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Engineering Manager (CEM) to join AmcoGiffen’s Wales business, leading engineering delivery on a portfolio of CP7 rail infrastructure projects across Mid and North Wales. This role will play a key part in delivering critical schemes including the North Wales Coast Footbridges Enhancements Programme, a vital project supporting planned train frequency increases between Chester and Llandudno Junction, alongside a range of civil structures renewals projects. All works are delivered under Design & Build contracts, providing an opportunity to influence engineering solutions from concept through to delivery and handback.
The Role
As Engineering Manager (CEM), you will be responsible for leading the engineering function across allocated projects, ensuring full compliance with Network Rail standards and governance. You will oversee projects from initial remit through design, construction, and final handback, working closely with Project Managers, CREs, designers, and clients.
Key responsibilities
* Acting as Contractor’s Engineering Manager (CEM) in accordance with Network Rail requirements
* Leading the engineering management and assurance process across multiple projects
* Managing design delivery (internal and external designers) within a Design & Build environment
* Reviewing remits and defining appropriate engineering strategies and deliverables
* Ensuring compliance with GRIP / PACE processes and technical standards
* Chairing and managing design reviews and technical approvals
* Reviewing and approving key documentation (drawings, specifications, WPPs, CPPs, TBs)
* Providing technical leadership on construction methodology and buildability
* Supporting safe, efficient, and compliant project delivery through all lifecycle stages
In addition to CEM duties, you will periodically undertake CRE responsibilities, making strong technical and construction knowledge essential.
Key Projects
* North Wales Coast Footbridges Enhancements Scheme
* Civil Structures Renewals (CP7 portfolio)
* Wider rail infrastructure and asset management works across the region
Essential Skills & Experience
* Proven experience as a CEM within a rail contracting environment
* Strong background in civil engineering projects (structures, bridges, stations, rail assets)
* Experience managing engineering in Design & Build contracts
* Ability to oversee full project lifecycle from remit to handback
* Excellent knowledge of Network Rail standards and engineering governance
* Strong construction methodology and buildability expertise
* Ability to undertake CRE duties when required
Technical Skills
* Civil Engineering
* Engineering Management
* Design Management
* Rail Infrastructure
* Bridges / Structures / Stations / Property
Desirable
* Competency in ProjectWise
Qualifications
* Degree qualified in Civil Engineering (BSc / MEng / MSc or equivalent)
* Chartered or working towards Chartership (ICE or similar)
* PTS (Personal Track Safety)
Why Join AmcoGiffen?
You will join a leading engineering contractor with a strong track record in delivering multi-disciplinary rail and civil engineering projects across the UK. We work on complex, high-profile infrastructure in highly regulated environments, providing long-term career security and development.
Diversity & Inclusion
AmcoGiffen values individuality and is committed to building a diverse, inclusive workforce. Our culture is built on SPIRIT values: Safety, Professionalism, Innovation, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork.
AmcoGiffen is an Equal Opportunities Employer, offering challenging, worthwhile careers to everyone and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees and the communities we serve. It does not matter what your age, disability, employment status, gender, health, marital status, sexual orientation, union membership, nationality, race, religion, or other personal characteristics are, as long as you meet the job requirements.
Health & Wellbeing
We support safety and wellbeing in the workplace as a priority. We provide access to employee assistance programmes, including 24/7 counselling and advice services.
If you are interested in this role, please apply. For more information or to arrange a confidential discussion about AmcoGiffen career opportunities, please contact our Recruitment Team: tom.peach@amcogiffen.co.uk
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