At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the design approval process for innovative rail civil engineering projects.
- Company: A leading specialist rail contractor known for delivering complex infrastructure.
- Benefits: Competitive freelance rates, flexible work, and a chance to influence high-profile projects.
- Other info: Ideal for self-driven professionals seeking growth in a collaborative environment.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a significant impact in the rail industry.
- Qualifications: Must be Network Rail Approved CRE with extensive rail civils experience.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 70000 £ per year.
Are you an experienced and highly skilled Civil Design Engineer seeking a high-impact freelance opportunity with a leading specialist rail contractor in Doncaster? Your next challenge awaits with a team delivering cutting-edge rail infrastructure!
We are a prominent and rapidly expanding specialist rail contractor, renowned for our expertise in delivering complex and critical civil engineering projects across the UK rail network. Due to our robust pipeline of work and strategic growth, we are urgently seeking a talented and proven Freelance Civil Design CRE to join our dynamic team, primarily based in the Doncaster area.
Why This Is Your Premier Opportunity:
- High-Profile Projects: Lead the design approval process on significant, challenging, and rewarding rail civils projects.
- CRE Authority: Exercise your full CRE (Contractor's Responsible Engineer) accountability and influence from day one.
- Specialist Sector: Apply your deep civils and rail knowledge within a niche, high-value sector with continuous innovation.
- Lucrative Freelance Engagement: Secure competitive daily/hourly rates reflecting your senior expertise and critical role.
- Collaborative Excellence: Integrate with a highly skilled, supportive, and forward-thinking engineering team.
We're Seeking a Civils Design CRE Who Is:
- Network Rail Approved CRE (Civils): Demonstrable current or recent CRE status for Civils Design on Network Rail infrastructure projects is ESSENTIAL.
- Rail Civils Expert: Extensive practical experience in the design of rail civils schemes (e.g., bridges, gantries, foundations, earthworks, drainage, platforms, retaining walls).
- Technical Authority: Profound understanding of relevant Network Rail standards (NR/L2/CIV/003, NR/L2/CIV/010, etc.), Eurocodes, and railway specific design methodologies.
- Problem Solver: Proven ability to resolve complex design challenges and ensure technical compliance and safety.
- Quality & Safety Champion: Unwavering commitment to design quality, constructability, and adherence to CDM regulations.
- Self-Driven Freelancer: Proactive, independent, and capable of managing multiple priorities and strict deadlines.
- Exceptional Communicator: Superb stakeholder management skills, able to liaise effectively with clients, Network Rail, contractors, and internal teams.
- Doncaster Based/Commutable: Ideally located in or easily commutable to Doncaster for project meetings and oversight.
Your Critical Responsibilities Will Include:
- Acting as the Civil Design CRE, taking responsibility for the technical output and assurance of civil engineering designs for rail projects.
- Reviewing, approving, and signing off on designs, calculations, and drawings to ensure compliance with all relevant standards, specifications, and legislation.
- Providing expert technical guidance and mentorship to design teams.
- Interfacing directly with Network Rail, clients, and internal project teams to gain design acceptance and resolve technical queries.
- Ensuring the constructability, maintainability, and safety of all civil designs.
- Leading design reviews and contributing to value engineering initiatives.
Ready to Lead and Innovate? If you are a highly accomplished Freelance Civils Design CRE with a robust background in rail and are eager to take on a pivotal role in Doncaster, we want to hear from you IMMEDIATELY! This is a prime opportunity to leverage your expertise with a leading specialist rail contractor and make a significant impact.
Senior Civil Design Engineer in Doncaster employer: Randstad Construction & Property
Randstad Construction & Property is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment where experienced professionals can thrive in the water and wastewater sector. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, you will have the opportunity to lead significant projects while enjoying a supportive culture that prioritises safety and compliance. Located in beautiful Dorset, this role not only provides immediate engagement with impactful infrastructure projects but also fosters a sense of community and collaboration among team members.
Contact Details:
Randstad Construction & Property Recruitment Team
