FERROVIAL CONSTRUCTION (UK) LIMITED
City, Birmingham
Rail Systems Design Integration Lead Role Department: Engineering/Design Reports to: Design Integration and Technical Assurance Manager Management Responsibility: RAM Manager, System Safety Lead, Interoperability Lead, Electrical Engineering (EMC and E&B), functional management of integration lead for Standard track, Resilient track and Calvert IMD Project Overview: The Ferrovial BAM Joint Venture has a successful history of delivering critical infrastructure for the UK on time and to budget together in joint venture partnership. They first worked together in 2010 as BFK, delivering three Crossrail contracts, including the longest stretch of tunnelling works between Royal Oak and Farringdon and Farringdon Station, the first central station to be completed on the Elizabeth Line. The team is also delivering the Silvertown Tunnel project together in East London and has been delivering excellence at each stage of HS2, such as Fusion JV for the Enabling Works packages, EKFB for the central Main Works Contract and now delivering the track infrastructure across the entire HS2 route. We are now recruiting for a Rail Systems Design Integration Lead to join the HS2 Track infrastructure project at the initial design phase which will run concurrently with the completion of main works contracts, which are now at their peak. The team operate under a collaborative Rail Systems Alliance structure, designed to manage interfaces and resolve any program conflicts. The members will work together on design, access, resources, and logistics to achieve shared goals for cost and schedule. Key responsibilities To lead the management and coordination of all design interfaces between the Contractor s systems scope and other HS2 contractors (Rail Systems, Civils, Stations) as well as with the Client, ensuring technical consistency, contractual compliance and integrated assurance. Responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining the relevant parts of the Interface Management Plan and for the processes and/or procedures for railway systems designs integration. Accountability for ensuring and overseeing the development of the management plans in respect of RAM, System Safety, Interoperability, Security management, and the required processes and procedures. Manage the system integration processes from design to construction. Manage System level Functional and Architecture Specifications and interface control documents. Be responsible for the consistency of the sub-systems deliverables across all projects and contribute towards the standardisation of specifications for sub-systems. Implement efficient processes to manage system safety (including CDM, CSM-RA and interoperability), Verification and Validation (V&V) and system assurance. Responsible for developing and maintaining the Interface Control Documents (ICDs) for the railway systems design interfaces, and for coordinating and overseeing the development and maintenance of ICDs for other design interfaces. Coordinate with other contractors (Railways Systems, Main Works), Client, Designers and internal teams to identify, document and ensure resolution of design interfaces and systems integration. Act as the primary point of contact for technical coordination across interfaces. Management of subordinate roles Direct and oversee the work of the RAM (Reliability, Availability, Maintainability), System Safety, Interoperability and Security Lead (s) to ensure coherent and coordinated system safety management, interoperability, interface management, requirements compliance and assurance evidence. Support and/or conduct design reviews, coordination meetings, HAZID/HAZOP workshops and formal assurance reviews and submissions (e.g. to HS2 and AsBO). Manage resolution of interface comments across stakeholders. Programme and Information coordination Ensure interface and systems integration milestones are tracked and managed within the design delivery and assurance schedule. Coordinate the supply chain to support the achievement of an efficient and compliant design, and for evidencing progressive technical assurance during design, construction and handover. Close liaison with the design supply chain to ensure the delivery of these interfaces and deliverables associated with the managed disciplines (RAM, System Safety, Interoperability, Electrical Engineering (EMC and E&B and Security as per the programme and budgetary constraints, and in accordance with the client s requirement. Coordination with the broader interface management team, assurance team, design delivery team (alignment and effective delivery on time and within budgetary constraints) construction and logistic teams. Attend weekly meetings with the broader design, systems safety and construction teams and client in Birmingham / London. Chairing regular railways systems / civils systems integration meetings. Support the client with identifying change, risk and opportunities and constantly striving for efficiencies and cost savings. Support the link and coordination with construction teams for management of design and systems interface-related issues. Provide technical input and support to relevant commercial communications (SNCs, NCRs, CEs, Departures, etc) Key Skills and qualifications Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering (or related field) Chartered IMEC, PWA Institute or CEng ICE desirable Experience in major multi-disciplinary rail projects. Experience in high-speed railway projects, design and build projects, and UK projects will be valuable. Demonstrated experience managing design integration, technical interfaces and inter-contractor coordination. Proficient in design coordination, design interface management and assurance documentation in railway projects. Excellent knowledge of railway systems, operating requirements, available equipment and systems. Knowledge of system safety, interoperability and RAM disciplines, processes and legal frameworks and related regulations (CDM, CSM, RIR). Strong communication, leadership and management skills, with a positive and collaborative approach. Enthusiastic team player, able to listen, understand, engage and motivate, and with confidence to make decisions when required. Focus on efficiency and driving delivery. Practical experience of harmonising design and quality requirements with buildability. Please note that this job description does not represent a comprehensive list of activities and employees may be requested to undertake other reasonable duties. Seize the challenge. Move the world together! Innovative, creative, respectful, and diverse are some of the ways we describe ourselves. We are motivated by challenges, and we collaborate across our business units to move the world together. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here! Ferrovial is an equal opportunity employer. We treat all jobs applications equally, regardless of gender, color, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, covered veteran status or protected genetic information (each, a Protected Class ), or any other protected class in accordance with applicable laws.
16/01/2026
Full time
Rail Systems Design Integration Lead Role Department: Engineering/Design Reports to: Design Integration and Technical Assurance Manager Management Responsibility: RAM Manager, System Safety Lead, Interoperability Lead, Electrical Engineering (EMC and E&B), functional management of integration lead for Standard track, Resilient track and Calvert IMD Project Overview: The Ferrovial BAM Joint Venture has a successful history of delivering critical infrastructure for the UK on time and to budget together in joint venture partnership. They first worked together in 2010 as BFK, delivering three Crossrail contracts, including the longest stretch of tunnelling works between Royal Oak and Farringdon and Farringdon Station, the first central station to be completed on the Elizabeth Line. The team is also delivering the Silvertown Tunnel project together in East London and has been delivering excellence at each stage of HS2, such as Fusion JV for the Enabling Works packages, EKFB for the central Main Works Contract and now delivering the track infrastructure across the entire HS2 route. We are now recruiting for a Rail Systems Design Integration Lead to join the HS2 Track infrastructure project at the initial design phase which will run concurrently with the completion of main works contracts, which are now at their peak. The team operate under a collaborative Rail Systems Alliance structure, designed to manage interfaces and resolve any program conflicts. The members will work together on design, access, resources, and logistics to achieve shared goals for cost and schedule. Key responsibilities To lead the management and coordination of all design interfaces between the Contractor s systems scope and other HS2 contractors (Rail Systems, Civils, Stations) as well as with the Client, ensuring technical consistency, contractual compliance and integrated assurance. Responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining the relevant parts of the Interface Management Plan and for the processes and/or procedures for railway systems designs integration. Accountability for ensuring and overseeing the development of the management plans in respect of RAM, System Safety, Interoperability, Security management, and the required processes and procedures. Manage the system integration processes from design to construction. Manage System level Functional and Architecture Specifications and interface control documents. Be responsible for the consistency of the sub-systems deliverables across all projects and contribute towards the standardisation of specifications for sub-systems. Implement efficient processes to manage system safety (including CDM, CSM-RA and interoperability), Verification and Validation (V&V) and system assurance. Responsible for developing and maintaining the Interface Control Documents (ICDs) for the railway systems design interfaces, and for coordinating and overseeing the development and maintenance of ICDs for other design interfaces. Coordinate with other contractors (Railways Systems, Main Works), Client, Designers and internal teams to identify, document and ensure resolution of design interfaces and systems integration. Act as the primary point of contact for technical coordination across interfaces. Management of subordinate roles Direct and oversee the work of the RAM (Reliability, Availability, Maintainability), System Safety, Interoperability and Security Lead (s) to ensure coherent and coordinated system safety management, interoperability, interface management, requirements compliance and assurance evidence. Support and/or conduct design reviews, coordination meetings, HAZID/HAZOP workshops and formal assurance reviews and submissions (e.g. to HS2 and AsBO). Manage resolution of interface comments across stakeholders. Programme and Information coordination Ensure interface and systems integration milestones are tracked and managed within the design delivery and assurance schedule. Coordinate the supply chain to support the achievement of an efficient and compliant design, and for evidencing progressive technical assurance during design, construction and handover. Close liaison with the design supply chain to ensure the delivery of these interfaces and deliverables associated with the managed disciplines (RAM, System Safety, Interoperability, Electrical Engineering (EMC and E&B and Security as per the programme and budgetary constraints, and in accordance with the client s requirement. Coordination with the broader interface management team, assurance team, design delivery team (alignment and effective delivery on time and within budgetary constraints) construction and logistic teams. Attend weekly meetings with the broader design, systems safety and construction teams and client in Birmingham / London. Chairing regular railways systems / civils systems integration meetings. Support the client with identifying change, risk and opportunities and constantly striving for efficiencies and cost savings. Support the link and coordination with construction teams for management of design and systems interface-related issues. Provide technical input and support to relevant commercial communications (SNCs, NCRs, CEs, Departures, etc) Key Skills and qualifications Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering (or related field) Chartered IMEC, PWA Institute or CEng ICE desirable Experience in major multi-disciplinary rail projects. Experience in high-speed railway projects, design and build projects, and UK projects will be valuable. Demonstrated experience managing design integration, technical interfaces and inter-contractor coordination. Proficient in design coordination, design interface management and assurance documentation in railway projects. Excellent knowledge of railway systems, operating requirements, available equipment and systems. Knowledge of system safety, interoperability and RAM disciplines, processes and legal frameworks and related regulations (CDM, CSM, RIR). Strong communication, leadership and management skills, with a positive and collaborative approach. Enthusiastic team player, able to listen, understand, engage and motivate, and with confidence to make decisions when required. Focus on efficiency and driving delivery. Practical experience of harmonising design and quality requirements with buildability. Please note that this job description does not represent a comprehensive list of activities and employees may be requested to undertake other reasonable duties. Seize the challenge. Move the world together! Innovative, creative, respectful, and diverse are some of the ways we describe ourselves. We are motivated by challenges, and we collaborate across our business units to move the world together. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here! Ferrovial is an equal opportunity employer. We treat all jobs applications equally, regardless of gender, color, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, covered veteran status or protected genetic information (each, a Protected Class ), or any other protected class in accordance with applicable laws.
FERROVIAL CONSTRUCTION (UK) LIMITED is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Bid Writer to join our dynamic team. This role is crucial in crafting compelling and winning proposals for complex infrastructure projects. Job Responsibilities: Provide Lead Author/Bid Writing services on forthcoming PQQs and Tenders (subject to timely client release of documents). Ensure responses are produced to a high standard and quality, taking into account the full question is being answered and the scoring criteria followed and applied. Ensure effective engagement with subject matter experts (SME) in relation to gathering response information/evidence and ensuring adherence to deadlines (internal and client). Ensure the full suite of client documents associated with the PQQ/Tender have been read and understood. Ensure content provided by SMEs is appropriately challenged and escalated to the appropriate person within the bid team if the SME is under delivering. Ensure the responses produced are optimised to score the highest marks possible. Working closely with bid directors, BD directors, bid managers, technical leads and field specialists to develop key messages, themes, approaches and innovative / value-added concepts Working with external specialists/writers and working directly with clients, if required Support other Business Development related tasks such as BD related marketing collateral and/or master case study/evidence gathering activity Analyze requirements and ensure that all proposals meet requirements Coordinate and lead all technical aspects of the bid process including development, outlines, preparing drafts, scheduling reviews, and tracking completion of team assignments Assist with maintaining a database with standard proposal responses Contribute intelligence related to clients and competitors to support project pursuits Assist in ensuring all bidding qualifications are in place and maintained Effectively catalog department information, templates, databases, generic information, etc. Job Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, English, or a related field. Proven experience as a Bid Writer, Senior Bid Writer, Demonstrable track record of successfully securing major contracts through high-quality bid submissions. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and a strong command of grammar, punctuation, and style. Strong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously under tight deadlines. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders. A strategic thinker with a proactive and results-oriented approach. Understanding of public procurement processes and frameworks (e.g., PQQ, ITT, RFQ) within the UK construction market. Work Location: London / Chiswick Please note that this job description does not represent a comprehensive list of activities and employees may be requested to undertake other reasonable duties. Ferrovial Construction UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and as such treats applications equally and recruits purely based on skills and experience. Ferrovial embraces diversity and inclusion, and we see the value in providing equal opportunities to all employees. We are committed to building an inclusive team from a variety of different backgrounds, perspectives and skills so we encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.
05/01/2026
Full time
FERROVIAL CONSTRUCTION (UK) LIMITED is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Bid Writer to join our dynamic team. This role is crucial in crafting compelling and winning proposals for complex infrastructure projects. Job Responsibilities: Provide Lead Author/Bid Writing services on forthcoming PQQs and Tenders (subject to timely client release of documents). Ensure responses are produced to a high standard and quality, taking into account the full question is being answered and the scoring criteria followed and applied. Ensure effective engagement with subject matter experts (SME) in relation to gathering response information/evidence and ensuring adherence to deadlines (internal and client). Ensure the full suite of client documents associated with the PQQ/Tender have been read and understood. Ensure content provided by SMEs is appropriately challenged and escalated to the appropriate person within the bid team if the SME is under delivering. Ensure the responses produced are optimised to score the highest marks possible. Working closely with bid directors, BD directors, bid managers, technical leads and field specialists to develop key messages, themes, approaches and innovative / value-added concepts Working with external specialists/writers and working directly with clients, if required Support other Business Development related tasks such as BD related marketing collateral and/or master case study/evidence gathering activity Analyze requirements and ensure that all proposals meet requirements Coordinate and lead all technical aspects of the bid process including development, outlines, preparing drafts, scheduling reviews, and tracking completion of team assignments Assist with maintaining a database with standard proposal responses Contribute intelligence related to clients and competitors to support project pursuits Assist in ensuring all bidding qualifications are in place and maintained Effectively catalog department information, templates, databases, generic information, etc. Job Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, English, or a related field. Proven experience as a Bid Writer, Senior Bid Writer, Demonstrable track record of successfully securing major contracts through high-quality bid submissions. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and a strong command of grammar, punctuation, and style. Strong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously under tight deadlines. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders. A strategic thinker with a proactive and results-oriented approach. Understanding of public procurement processes and frameworks (e.g., PQQ, ITT, RFQ) within the UK construction market. Work Location: London / Chiswick Please note that this job description does not represent a comprehensive list of activities and employees may be requested to undertake other reasonable duties. Ferrovial Construction UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and as such treats applications equally and recruits purely based on skills and experience. Ferrovial embraces diversity and inclusion, and we see the value in providing equal opportunities to all employees. We are committed to building an inclusive team from a variety of different backgrounds, perspectives and skills so we encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.
The BIM ProjectWise Manager plays a key role on a large-scale infrastructure project. This position oversees the graphical CDE ProjectWise and works closely with BIM Engineers to coordinate multidisciplinary teams in producing digital deliverables throughout the project s lifecycle. The ideal candidate should be experienced with Bentley Systems software suite, including using ProjectWise as a Common Data Environment (CDE) and Bentley modeling tools. As a BIM ProjectWise Manager, you will serve as a key member of the FBRS (Ferrovial BAM Joint Venture) BIM & Information Management Team. In this role, you will oversee the maintenance and management of the FBRS RSA ProjectWise working area. Reporting to the Project Information Manager, your responsibilities will include managing user access control, project setup, and system configuration. You will provide technical support to the project team, troubleshoot issues, manage data migrations, collaborate with the RSA alliance delivery team, deliver training, and support system upgrades. Candidates should be detail-oriented, proactive, and self-motivated, with strong expertise in AutoCAD (Civil 3D & Revit), Bentley software, and ProjectWise management. Essential experience includes large infrastructure projects (preferably rail), CAD standards management, and technical assurance. Key Responsibilities: Manage Project CDE (RSA ProjectWise) in line with project procedures, including document structure, workflows, and naming conventions etc. Assist project team members with installing, configuring, and upgrading ProjectWise, as well as managing user accounts, permissions, and security settings. Provide first-line support to users and troubleshoot technical issues related to ProjectWise and its infrastructure. Create and manage favourites, shortcuts, or customised views to make navigation more efficient. Ensure compliance with client standards, CAD quality requirements, BIM Execution Plan (BEP)and ISO 19650. Assist with compliance checks and quality assurance for supply chain CAD deliverables and supporting evidence. Support the Information Management (IM) team by helping to uphold data and asset standards throughout the project. Support the BIM Team to deliver compliant BIM outputs on schedule. Ensure design coordination is effectively handled and thoroughly implemented in the RSA CDE, covering your assigned project area. Provide support in assessing opportunities and offering recommendations to optimise processes and enhance workflow efficiency. Support the integration of Asset information - CAD-GIS systems within FBRS project. Train internal and external users on ProjectWise functionalities, information management flows and best practices. Collaborate with clients, the RSA delivery team, and Project Information Manager to promptly escalate issues and maintain system stability and improvement. Support the FBRS Team with design collaboration platforms (iTwin) Department: Information Management Reports to: Project Information Manager Key Skills and qualifications: Experience working to ISO 19650 standards in multi-disciplinary, multi-agency environments Advanced experience with Common Data Environments (CDEs), particularly Bentley ProjectWise and iTwin, including model and data integration with Civil 3D and Revit Strong BIM delivery experience using Autodesk and Bentley design and coordination tools (e.g. AutoCAD Civil 3D, Navisworks, OpenBuildings, MicroStation, OpenRail) Proven ability to apply CAD standards and perform QA checks in line with project and industry requirements Solid understanding of information management, including document properties, metadata, audit trails, and asset information requirements Experience working with spatial data and GIS, including ArcGIS and ETL tools such as FME Ability to interpret client asset information requirements and support compliant information delivery Strong communication skills and ability to manage workload and support project delivery independently Qualifications and Experience Degree in BIM, Design, Architecture, Civil or Mechanical Engineering, or a related field Experience delivering BIM-enabled civil engineering or infrastructure projects Hands-on experience working within Bentley ProjectWise environments on design delivery projects Key relationships: Operational Delivery Teams, Design, Planning, Construction, Information Management, Quality & Assurance. Location London / Birmingham Please note that this job description does not represent a comprehensive list of activities and employees may be requested to undertake other reasonable duties. The Ferrovial BAM Joint Venture (FBJV) has a successful history of delivering critical infrastructure for the UK on time and to budget together in joint venture partnership. They first worked together in 2010 as BFK, delivering three Crossrail contracts, including the longest stretch of tunnelling works between Royal Oak and Farringdon and Farringdon Station, the first central station to be completed on the Elizabeth Line. The team is also delivering the Silvertown Tunnel project together in East London and has been delivering excellence at each stage of HS2, such as Fusion JV for the Enabling Works packages, EKFB for the central Main Works Contract and now delivering the track infrastructure across the entire HS2 route. Seize the challenge. Move the world together! Innovative, creative, respectful, and diverse are some of the ways we describe ourselves. We are motivated by challenges, and we collaborate across our business units to move the world together. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here! Ferrovial is an equal opportunity employer. We treat all jobs applications equally, regardless of gender, color, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, covered veteran status or protected genetic information (each, a Protected Class ), or any other protected class in accordance with applicable laws.
24/12/2025
Full time
The BIM ProjectWise Manager plays a key role on a large-scale infrastructure project. This position oversees the graphical CDE ProjectWise and works closely with BIM Engineers to coordinate multidisciplinary teams in producing digital deliverables throughout the project s lifecycle. The ideal candidate should be experienced with Bentley Systems software suite, including using ProjectWise as a Common Data Environment (CDE) and Bentley modeling tools. As a BIM ProjectWise Manager, you will serve as a key member of the FBRS (Ferrovial BAM Joint Venture) BIM & Information Management Team. In this role, you will oversee the maintenance and management of the FBRS RSA ProjectWise working area. Reporting to the Project Information Manager, your responsibilities will include managing user access control, project setup, and system configuration. You will provide technical support to the project team, troubleshoot issues, manage data migrations, collaborate with the RSA alliance delivery team, deliver training, and support system upgrades. Candidates should be detail-oriented, proactive, and self-motivated, with strong expertise in AutoCAD (Civil 3D & Revit), Bentley software, and ProjectWise management. Essential experience includes large infrastructure projects (preferably rail), CAD standards management, and technical assurance. Key Responsibilities: Manage Project CDE (RSA ProjectWise) in line with project procedures, including document structure, workflows, and naming conventions etc. Assist project team members with installing, configuring, and upgrading ProjectWise, as well as managing user accounts, permissions, and security settings. Provide first-line support to users and troubleshoot technical issues related to ProjectWise and its infrastructure. Create and manage favourites, shortcuts, or customised views to make navigation more efficient. Ensure compliance with client standards, CAD quality requirements, BIM Execution Plan (BEP)and ISO 19650. Assist with compliance checks and quality assurance for supply chain CAD deliverables and supporting evidence. Support the Information Management (IM) team by helping to uphold data and asset standards throughout the project. Support the BIM Team to deliver compliant BIM outputs on schedule. Ensure design coordination is effectively handled and thoroughly implemented in the RSA CDE, covering your assigned project area. Provide support in assessing opportunities and offering recommendations to optimise processes and enhance workflow efficiency. Support the integration of Asset information - CAD-GIS systems within FBRS project. Train internal and external users on ProjectWise functionalities, information management flows and best practices. Collaborate with clients, the RSA delivery team, and Project Information Manager to promptly escalate issues and maintain system stability and improvement. Support the FBRS Team with design collaboration platforms (iTwin) Department: Information Management Reports to: Project Information Manager Key Skills and qualifications: Experience working to ISO 19650 standards in multi-disciplinary, multi-agency environments Advanced experience with Common Data Environments (CDEs), particularly Bentley ProjectWise and iTwin, including model and data integration with Civil 3D and Revit Strong BIM delivery experience using Autodesk and Bentley design and coordination tools (e.g. AutoCAD Civil 3D, Navisworks, OpenBuildings, MicroStation, OpenRail) Proven ability to apply CAD standards and perform QA checks in line with project and industry requirements Solid understanding of information management, including document properties, metadata, audit trails, and asset information requirements Experience working with spatial data and GIS, including ArcGIS and ETL tools such as FME Ability to interpret client asset information requirements and support compliant information delivery Strong communication skills and ability to manage workload and support project delivery independently Qualifications and Experience Degree in BIM, Design, Architecture, Civil or Mechanical Engineering, or a related field Experience delivering BIM-enabled civil engineering or infrastructure projects Hands-on experience working within Bentley ProjectWise environments on design delivery projects Key relationships: Operational Delivery Teams, Design, Planning, Construction, Information Management, Quality & Assurance. Location London / Birmingham Please note that this job description does not represent a comprehensive list of activities and employees may be requested to undertake other reasonable duties. The Ferrovial BAM Joint Venture (FBJV) has a successful history of delivering critical infrastructure for the UK on time and to budget together in joint venture partnership. They first worked together in 2010 as BFK, delivering three Crossrail contracts, including the longest stretch of tunnelling works between Royal Oak and Farringdon and Farringdon Station, the first central station to be completed on the Elizabeth Line. The team is also delivering the Silvertown Tunnel project together in East London and has been delivering excellence at each stage of HS2, such as Fusion JV for the Enabling Works packages, EKFB for the central Main Works Contract and now delivering the track infrastructure across the entire HS2 route. Seize the challenge. Move the world together! Innovative, creative, respectful, and diverse are some of the ways we describe ourselves. We are motivated by challenges, and we collaborate across our business units to move the world together. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here! Ferrovial is an equal opportunity employer. We treat all jobs applications equally, regardless of gender, color, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, covered veteran status or protected genetic information (each, a Protected Class ), or any other protected class in accordance with applicable laws.
Slab track Civils design integration lead Summary: We are now recruiting for a Slab track Civils design integration lead to join the HS2 Track infrastructure project at the initial design phase which will run concurrently with the completion of main works contracts, which are now at their peak. We are now developing the track design team which will interface with Main Works Civils and Stations Contracts to manage any interfaces and resolve any potential issues for the track design integration such as earthworks, tunnels and viaducts. Reports to: Design Delivery Director (Standard Slab track) Department: Engineering/Design Work location: London Your mission As a Slab track Civils design integration lead, you will lead and manage all design interfaces between viaducts, structures, tunnels, earthworks and the Standard Track System, ensuring that the slab track solution is fully integrated, buildable, and meets all requirements for structural behaviour, movements, durability and long-term performance. This role places a strong emphasis on the ability to interpret and assess structural behaviour, as well as understanding of geotechnical behaviour, including: Movements of viaducts/bridges, including long-term, temperature-driven and transient effects. Settlements / differential settlements and their impact on the slab track system. Expansion joints, bearings and articulation details affecting track behaviour. Overall load transfer mechanism between the slab track system and the railway platform. Key responsibilities Establish and promote best practice in health, safety, sustainability, cost, time, buildability and quality across the track civils interface. Lead the integration of Standard Slab Track with civil structures (viaducts, bridges, retaining structures, tunnels, earthworks), ensuring technical compatibility and early identification of constraints. Evaluate structural movements, deflections, rotations and restraint conditions and assess their impact on slab track performance, system tolerances and construction feasibility. Provide site-informed engineering judgement to optimise detailing, buildability, and sequencing at interfaces between structures and track. Coordinate and manage design interfaces with internal and external designers, ensuring that integration is safe, technically robust and compliant with contractual requirements. Input into engineering workshops, design reviews and integration or technical steering groups. Manage the Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and maintain clear, auditable records. Lead or support the resolution of interfaces, ensuring timely close-out with Main Works Civils, Stations, Systems, Make Works, and other stakeholders. Prepare minutes, notes and technical reports to ensure transparent communication and accurate documentation. Identify opportunities to improve design by incorporating buildability, quality, safety and value optimisation. Support risk identification, mitigation and reporting relating to structural track integration. Ensure all interface activities are managed in line with programme and escalate issues proactively where needed. Maintain and promote awareness of SHE hazards and demonstrate active commitment to minimise associated risks. Work location London/Birmingham. Attend meetings with the broader design, integration and construction teams and client in Birmingham / London. Who are we looking for? Strong leadership and management skills, with a positive and collaborative approach Enthusiastic team player, able to listen, understand, engage and motivate, and with confidence to make decisions when required Solid technical understanding of structural engineering principles, including evaluation of movements/deflections in bridges and viaducts. Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering or equivalent; Chartered or approaching Chartered status preferred. Experience in structures, geotechnics, civils or infrastructure, ideally within a Rail environment. Degree qualification in civil engineering or equivalent Ability to interpret structural drawings, details, movement envelopes, tolerances and to understand their implications for track slab alignment and system constraints. Familiarity with interface management, technical assurance processes, and formal workflows for design coordination (ICDs, risk registers, change management, requirements traceability). Understanding of design procedures, British/Eurocode standards, and (preferably) HS2-specific standards and processes. Knowledge of design procedures and standards, Preferably knowledge of HS2 processes and standards Ability to work in a collaborative multidisciplinary team environment A good commercial understanding of contracts, procurement routes and risk management. Strong appreciation for 3D design and BIM and digital engineering, with the ability to use model reviews to identify clashes and integration risks. Excellent communication both interpersonal and formal reporting able to challenge constructively and influence decision-making. Professional approach with clients, designers, JV partners, subcontractors and suppliers. Please note that this job description does not represent a comprehensive list of activities and employees may be requested to undertake other reasonable duties. The Ferrovial BAM Joint Venture (FBJV) has a successful history of delivering critical infrastructure for the UK on time and to budget together in joint venture partnership. They first worked together in 2010 as BFK, delivering three Crossrail contracts, including the longest stretch of tunnelling works between Royal Oak and Farringdon and Farringdon Station, the first central station to be completed on the Elizabeth Line. The team is also delivering the Silvertown Tunnel project together in East London and has been delivering excellence at each stage of HS2, such as Fusion JV for the Enabling Works packages, EKFB for the central Main Works Contract and now delivering the track infrastructure across the entire HS2 route. Seize the challenge. Move the world together! Innovative, creative, respectful, and diverse are some of the ways we describe ourselves. We are motivated by challenges, and we collaborate across our business units to move the world together. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here! Ferrovial is an equal opportunity employer. We treat all jobs applications equally, regardless of gender, color, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, covered veteran status or protected genetic information (each, a Protected Class ), or any other protected class in accordance with applicable laws.
23/12/2025
Full time
Slab track Civils design integration lead Summary: We are now recruiting for a Slab track Civils design integration lead to join the HS2 Track infrastructure project at the initial design phase which will run concurrently with the completion of main works contracts, which are now at their peak. We are now developing the track design team which will interface with Main Works Civils and Stations Contracts to manage any interfaces and resolve any potential issues for the track design integration such as earthworks, tunnels and viaducts. Reports to: Design Delivery Director (Standard Slab track) Department: Engineering/Design Work location: London Your mission As a Slab track Civils design integration lead, you will lead and manage all design interfaces between viaducts, structures, tunnels, earthworks and the Standard Track System, ensuring that the slab track solution is fully integrated, buildable, and meets all requirements for structural behaviour, movements, durability and long-term performance. This role places a strong emphasis on the ability to interpret and assess structural behaviour, as well as understanding of geotechnical behaviour, including: Movements of viaducts/bridges, including long-term, temperature-driven and transient effects. Settlements / differential settlements and their impact on the slab track system. Expansion joints, bearings and articulation details affecting track behaviour. Overall load transfer mechanism between the slab track system and the railway platform. Key responsibilities Establish and promote best practice in health, safety, sustainability, cost, time, buildability and quality across the track civils interface. Lead the integration of Standard Slab Track with civil structures (viaducts, bridges, retaining structures, tunnels, earthworks), ensuring technical compatibility and early identification of constraints. Evaluate structural movements, deflections, rotations and restraint conditions and assess their impact on slab track performance, system tolerances and construction feasibility. Provide site-informed engineering judgement to optimise detailing, buildability, and sequencing at interfaces between structures and track. Coordinate and manage design interfaces with internal and external designers, ensuring that integration is safe, technically robust and compliant with contractual requirements. Input into engineering workshops, design reviews and integration or technical steering groups. Manage the Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and maintain clear, auditable records. Lead or support the resolution of interfaces, ensuring timely close-out with Main Works Civils, Stations, Systems, Make Works, and other stakeholders. Prepare minutes, notes and technical reports to ensure transparent communication and accurate documentation. Identify opportunities to improve design by incorporating buildability, quality, safety and value optimisation. Support risk identification, mitigation and reporting relating to structural track integration. Ensure all interface activities are managed in line with programme and escalate issues proactively where needed. Maintain and promote awareness of SHE hazards and demonstrate active commitment to minimise associated risks. Work location London/Birmingham. Attend meetings with the broader design, integration and construction teams and client in Birmingham / London. Who are we looking for? Strong leadership and management skills, with a positive and collaborative approach Enthusiastic team player, able to listen, understand, engage and motivate, and with confidence to make decisions when required Solid technical understanding of structural engineering principles, including evaluation of movements/deflections in bridges and viaducts. Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering or equivalent; Chartered or approaching Chartered status preferred. Experience in structures, geotechnics, civils or infrastructure, ideally within a Rail environment. Degree qualification in civil engineering or equivalent Ability to interpret structural drawings, details, movement envelopes, tolerances and to understand their implications for track slab alignment and system constraints. Familiarity with interface management, technical assurance processes, and formal workflows for design coordination (ICDs, risk registers, change management, requirements traceability). Understanding of design procedures, British/Eurocode standards, and (preferably) HS2-specific standards and processes. Knowledge of design procedures and standards, Preferably knowledge of HS2 processes and standards Ability to work in a collaborative multidisciplinary team environment A good commercial understanding of contracts, procurement routes and risk management. Strong appreciation for 3D design and BIM and digital engineering, with the ability to use model reviews to identify clashes and integration risks. Excellent communication both interpersonal and formal reporting able to challenge constructively and influence decision-making. Professional approach with clients, designers, JV partners, subcontractors and suppliers. Please note that this job description does not represent a comprehensive list of activities and employees may be requested to undertake other reasonable duties. The Ferrovial BAM Joint Venture (FBJV) has a successful history of delivering critical infrastructure for the UK on time and to budget together in joint venture partnership. They first worked together in 2010 as BFK, delivering three Crossrail contracts, including the longest stretch of tunnelling works between Royal Oak and Farringdon and Farringdon Station, the first central station to be completed on the Elizabeth Line. The team is also delivering the Silvertown Tunnel project together in East London and has been delivering excellence at each stage of HS2, such as Fusion JV for the Enabling Works packages, EKFB for the central Main Works Contract and now delivering the track infrastructure across the entire HS2 route. Seize the challenge. Move the world together! Innovative, creative, respectful, and diverse are some of the ways we describe ourselves. We are motivated by challenges, and we collaborate across our business units to move the world together. 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