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Railway Civils Design Integration Lead Summary: We are now recruiting for a Railway 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 Railway 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.

Temporary Works Manager Location: Lot 3 Track north - Birmingham The Project HS2 has appointed Ferrovial Construction / BAM Nuttall JV (FBJV) for contracts totaling almost 140 miles of track between London and the West Midlands. Ferrovial BAM will oversee the design and construction of the HS2 track infrastructure, manage construction logistics and support the testing and commissioning phase. The Role We are seeking a Temporary Works Manager to join the HS2 Track infrastructure project in Birmingham during its initial design phase, running alongside the completion of the main works contracts, which is currently at their busiest stage. Works include but are not limited to a large Infrastructure and temporary railheads. The Temporary Works Manager will lead the design of the temporary railheads and all related temporary works for the designated section of Lot 3, ensuring compliance with HS2 standards, contractual requirements, and safety regulations. This role involves managing interfaces with civil works, coordinating with designers and suppliers (including slab track and switches and crossings), and overseeing input from internal Ferrovial BAM JV teams such as construction, environmental, and consents. Key responsibilities Overall responsibility for ensuring that all temporary works are undertaken in accordance with the correct process, the appropriate standards and the scheme design. Overall responsibility for ensuring the Temporary works are constructed in accordance with the design, the relevant drawings and specifications. To be the first point of contact between the designer and the site team for all temporary works matters. To ensure that those responsible for the on-site temporary works management/supervision have received the appropriate level of training. Responsible through the lead TWC for ensuring that subcontractors managing, controlling and constructing temporary works have appropriate and adequate procedures. Maintain all training records and documentation relating to TWC/TWS appointments across the project. Co-ordination of temporary works between the site teams, TW designers, permanent works designers, external stakeholders and other key interfaces. To ensure that design competency checks are undertaken in accordance with CDM regulations. Take part in specific production meetings where required. Design, Project Delivery & Planning Develop and maintain detailed delivery programmes for TW design. Ensure alignment with HS2 Works Information and technical specifications Stakeholder & Interface Management Coordinate with civil engineering teams, signalling, and other railway systems contractors. Manage internal interfaces at boundaries. Supply Chain Coordination Oversee procurement and logistics for execution of the TW designs. Health, Safety & CDM Compliance Implement CDM roles, inductions, and security protocols for all works. Quality Assurance Ensure compliance with design obligations and integrate supplier O&M manuals into project documentation. Key skills and experience Degree qualification in civil engineering or equivalent. Extensive experience in design and/or engineering management, temporary works, instrumentation and monitoring, and proven track record of delivery of large infrastructure project preferably in rail projects Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer preferred experience. Experience of working in a railway environment preferred, but not essential Proven experience managing TW large-scale infrastructure projects. Strong understanding of railway technical standards and Works Information requirements. Ability to manage complex interfaces and multi-disciplinary teams. Experience of working in a cost-conscious environment Good people management experience Experience in managing designers Desirable skills Understanding of High Speed technical standards and Works Information requirements. Competence in digital project management tools and BIM integration. Negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills for procurement processes Please note that this job description does not represent a comprehensive list of activities and employees may be requested to undertake other reasonable duties. Location: This position requires full-time availability at the JV offices in Birmingham

Job Title: Principal Civil Engineer Role Overview The Principal Civil Engineer provides technical leadership and oversight for the design, delivery, and assurance of civil engineering works on railway infrastructure projects. This role is responsible for ensuring that all civil designs and construction activities meet regulatory requirements, safety standards, and project objectives, while driving innovation, efficiency, and best practice across the engineering lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership Lead the development and delivery of civil engineering designs for rail infrastructure, including track, earthworks, drainage, structures, and station works. Act as the technical authority for civil engineering within the project, ensuring robust and compliant design solutions. Review, approve, and sign off on design packages, calculations, and technical reports. Provide guidance and mentorship to engineers and design teams. Design Management & Coordination Coordinate multidisciplinary interfaces (e.g., track, signalling, MEP, geotechnical). Ensure integration of civil designs with wider railway systems and operational requirements. Oversee design reviews, risk assessments, and value engineering initiatives. Manage design consultants and ensure deliverables meet programme and quality expectations. Compliance & Standards Ensure all works comply with relevant standards (e.g., Network Rail standards, Eurocodes, UK regulations). Support adherence to safety and engineering assurance processes (e.g., GRIP/PACE or equivalent frameworks). Contribute to hazard identification (HAZID/HAZOP) and risk mitigation strategies. Maintain compliance with environmental and sustainability requirements. Project Delivery Support Provide technical support during construction, including site visits and resolution of engineering issues. Review and respond to technical queries, change requests, and non-conformances. Support constructability reviews and temporary works design where required. Contribute to commissioning and handover documentation. Stakeholder Engagement Interface with clients, contractors, regulators, and third-party stakeholders. Present technical solutions and reports to senior stakeholders and review panels. Support client assurance and approval processes. Innovation & Continuous Improvement Drive the adoption of digital engineering tools (e.g., BIM) and modern construction techniques. Promote sustainable design practices and carbon reduction initiatives. Identify opportunities for efficiency, cost savings, and improved delivery methods. Key Skills & Competencies Strong technical expertise in civil engineering within the rail sector Proven leadership and decision-making capabilities Excellent coordination and multidisciplinary integration skills Strong understanding of design assurance and risk management Effective communication and stakeholder engagement Commercial awareness and project delivery focus

Are you a Senior Project Engineer with a MEP background? Have you worked on major infrastructure projects? Location: Birmingham 3 days a week, 2 from home Contract length: 10 months with likely extensions Rate: Dependant on experience - Inside IR35 Job Role: Build the Future of HS2 with a Critical Client-Side Engineering Role My client is seeking an experienced and commercially aware Senior Project Engineer with strong MEP and Building Services expertise to join the one of the main JV's. This is a unique opportunity to play a key assurance and delivery role on one of the UK's most high-profile infrastructure programmes. Working on behalf of the JV, you will oversee and verify contractor self-assurance activities across complex building services installations associated with tunnel portal buildings, shafts, and pumping stations across the HS2 route. This role is ideally suited to a Senior Project Engineer with experience in Mechanical, Electrical, HVAC, Fire Systems, Power, or Building Services integration within major infrastructure, rail, tunnelling, utilities, or complex construction environments. Key Project Scope You will support the assurance and delivery of building services fit-out works across: Bromford Tunnel portal buildings and shafts Long Itchington Tunnel portal buildings and shafts Burton Green Tunnel portal buildings and shafts 5 pumping stations across the route A coordinated intent design has already been completed, and your focus will be on the contractor's design development, assurance, systems integration, and certification activities. The Opportunity As Senior Project Engineer, you will act as the JV technical lead for MEP assurance activities during the contractor design stage. You will ensure that contractors deliver coordinated, compliant, and certifiable systems integration across multiple building services disciplines. This is not a detailed design or standards management role. Instead, you will provide engineering oversight, assurance leadership, and interface management to ensure successful delivery outcomes. You will work closely with an existing MEP specialist within the team, with a stronger focus on the up-front contractor design and assurance phase. Key Responsibilities Oversee contractor self-assurance activities for MEP and building services systems Review and verify contractor design submissions and assurance evidence Ensure effective systems integration across: oMechanical systems oElectrical systems oHVAC oFire and life safety systems oLighting oPower distribution oBuilding services controls Support certification and handover readiness across multiple sub-systems Coordinate interfaces between contractors, stakeholders, and delivery teams Monitor delivery against programme, quality, and compliance requirements Identify and mitigate technical and integration risks Provide client-side engineering assurance throughout design and delivery stages Requirements Essential Experience Proven experience as a Senior Project Engineer, MEP Project Engineer, or Building Services Engineer on major infrastructure or construction projects Strong understanding of MEP systems integration and assurance processes Experience overseeing contractor design and delivery activities Background in complex infrastructure environments such as: oRail oTunnelling oUtilities oAirports oHigh-value construction oMajor infrastructure programmes Knowledge of commissioning, certification, and systems assurance processes Strong stakeholder and contractor management skills Why Join HS2? This is an opportunity to contribute to one of the UK's most complex and nationally significant infrastructure programmes, ensuring the successful integration and assurance of critical MEP systems across major tunnel and infrastructure assets. You will join a collaborative delivery environment where your technical expertise and assurance capability will directly influence safe, compliant, and successful project outcomes.

Senior Planners required for one of the UK's most high profile design consultancies to work on Rail projects. The projects the work are diverse and interesting. They are now keen to develop their project output capability by recruiting a high calibre P6 Planners to work on the prestigious infrastructure projects. These roles can be based out of Bristol, London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds. The Role Produce detailed P6 programmes and plans Update a progress on a monthly/weekly basis Review and develop processes for updating and programmes schedules at all milestones To assume a leadership role during schedule development Work with the PMOs co-ordinating programmes and integration with design teams and coordinators Produce progress reports accordingly such as Earned Value and resource balancing structures Liaise and work with Risk Managers assessing and reducing risk. About You Proficient in the use of P6 Have previous Civil/ Infrastructure engineering experience Proven ability to communicate and influence effectively at all levels within an organisation Background in and detailed knowledge of the development of Management Systems IT literate with good knowledge of use of Excel, Word PowerPoint Analytical skills to be able to understand activities being undertaken and match to stated process Knowledge of best practice and ability to interrogate to assess compliance

Engineering Manager Project: HS2 Track Infrastructure Project Key responsibilities This role provides senior technical leadership for Track Systems scope, ensuring the integrated delivery, assurance, and governance of multidisciplinary design in line with HS2 contractual requirements. Supports the Lead Engineering Manager / Engineering Lead (Lot) in the coordination and delivery of design for the allocated Lot, from Scheme Design through Detailed Design, construction support and As-Built stages, in accordance with the Works Information and HS2 assurance processes. Acts as the Lot-level engineering focal point, coordinating day-to-day design delivery with Construction, Commercial, Planning and Project Controls teams to ensure alignment of design outputs with programme, cost and construction sequencing requirements. Is embedded within the route-wide Track Engineering function, ensuring consistency of technical standards, governance, assurance processes and design integration across all Lots. Acts as a key link between Lot delivery and the central Track engineering structure, supporting coherent implementation of engineering strategies, technical decisions and interface management across the route. Coordinates and monitors the performance and outputs of Designers and specialist design subcontractors/suppliers at Lot level, ensuring that design deliverables are compliant, integrated, buildable and aligned with route-wide technical principles. Supports the management of internal and external interfaces within the Lot, while contributing to the alignment and resolution of route-wide interface matters in coordination with the central Track Engineering function. Participates in technical reviews (IDC / IDR), progressive assurance activities and CDM compliance, escalating strategic or high-risk matters to the Lead Engineering Manager as appropriate. Supports working-level engagement with the Client and interfacing contractors, ensuring communication is consistent with the route-wide engineering position and direction set by the Lead Engineering Manager and Engineering Director. Assists in identifying, monitoring and mitigating technical risks and opportunities at Lot level, contributing to route-wide optimisation and knowledge-sharing initiatives. Where required, provides support during change processes for Lot-related scope, including coordination of designer inputs and coordinating preparation of technical responses. Provides technical input and support to relevant commercial communications (SNCs, NCRs, CEs, Departures, etc.). Attends the weekly meetings with the construction team and broader design team and client in Birmingham and/or London. Reports to: Lead Engineering Manager / Engineering Lead (Lot) Location: London Key Skills and qualifications Chartered Civil Engineering / Rail Civil Engineer /Architect or equivalent. Master s degree from an accredited institution. Extensive experience in major infrastructure projects, including senior design or engineering coordination roles Strong track record in major rail programmes will be highly desirable Experience operating under NEC contracts Experience in managing and liaising with third parties and other contractors Leadership, decision-making, communication and stakeholder-management skills Very good communication and organisational skills