Lead Civil and Structural Engineer - Railway Station Projects
📍 Location: Warwick | 💼 Hybrid Working
🚉 Sector: Rail Infrastructure | 🏗️ Discipline: Civil & Structural Engineering
About the Role
We are seeking a 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.
Working in a hybrid capacity from our 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.
Key Responsibilities
Technical & Design Leadership
- Lead the civil and structural design of railway station buildings, platforms, canopies, footbridges, retaining walls, and foundations, including 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 related to live station environments.
- Provide technical input on constructability, materials selection, and interfacing with other disciplines such as M&E and architecture.
Project & Team Management
- Manage a multi-disciplinary engineering team, including Principal Engineers, Designers, and CAD Technicians, working on station projects.
- Allocate resources, define technical priorities, and coordinate deliverables to meet programme milestones.
- Interface with project managers, site teams, contractors, and clients to ensure technical requirements are aligned with project objectives.
Compliance, QA & Delivery
- Ensure all work is undertaken in compliance with CDM Regulations, Network Rail standards, and company QEHS policies.
- Produce and review technical documents including Form A/B submissions, design certificates, calculations, and risk assessments.
- Contribute to cost estimates, material take-offs, and buildability reviews.
- Support the technical review of contractor designs and on-site construction methodologies.
Stakeholder Collaboration
- Act as technical lead during client design reviews and stakeholder engagements, including Network Rail, local authorities, and third-party developers.
- Support bid teams with discipline-specific expertise on future station enhancement opportunities.
Requirements
Qualifications
- BEng/HND in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent experience).
- Chartered or working towards Chartership (e.g., ICE or IStructE).
- Valid PTS (or willingness to obtain) and relevant Network Rail training advantageous.
Technical Skills
- 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 (e.g., Civil 3D, Revit, or similar).
- Familiar with BIM workflows and digital design delivery.
- Strong knowledge of construction materials (concrete, steel, masonry, etc.) and their application in station settings.
Soft Skills
- Strong leadership and team coordination skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, particularly in producing technical reports and engaging with stakeholders.
- 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 - 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