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Senior Project Engineer [B&C]
Network RailGlasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£51,900
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
Our predicted code SOC 2127 (71% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £51,900, and Network Rail is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the published rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
About the role
Who We Are
At Network Rail, our passengers and freight users are at the heart of everything we do. We help connect people to their friends and families and get goods to their destination safely and efficiently. We're an organisation where people matter. Watch our video to find out more!
Scotland's Railway is part of this large family and it covers a large geographical area from the Borders to Thurso at the far tip of the North East of Scotland, accounting for almost 20 per cent of the UK rail network. We provide rapid access along busy commuter routes to our seven cities, servicing the varied needs of our business and leisure commuter services, including cross border services and rural services. We have up to 50 freight services operating every day and we are steadily building capacity for this to grow. Our ambition to be responsive to passengers and freight users, drives us every day and we're empowered to do the right thing for those who use the rail network. We actively challenge unsafe practices and take responsibility for addressing risks, resolving issues and protecting safety and wellbeing.
Our colleagues are encouraged to work flexibly as we know that busy lives don't always fit around a traditional working pattern, if you need flexibility to complete your role just let us know and we will do our upmost to help you to invest in your career with us while balancing other aspects of your life.
We're also a Disability Confident Leader employer and we'll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles.
We want to help deliver a railway which is safe, reliable, affordable and that provides great customer service to everyone. For more information about Network Rail click here.
About The Role
As Senior Project Engineer (Civils), reporting to the Programme Engineering Manager, you'll have responsibility for leading technical assurance within the Structures Renewals Framework. You will be joining a dynamic team delivering large volumes of diverse works, working collaboratively with stakeholders.
You will be leading and managing a team, providing technical leadership and support to develop Project Engineers, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. You will use the appropriate engineering standards and processes in relation to design and construction on all projects, ensuring they comply with legislation, Railway Group and Network Rail company standards.¿
Salary:
At Network Rail, our passengers and freight users are at the heart of everything we do. We help connect people to their friends and families and get goods to their destination safely and efficiently. We're an organisation where people matter. Watch our video to find out more!
Scotland's Railway is part of this large family and it covers a large geographical area from the Borders to Thurso at the far tip of the North East of Scotland, accounting for almost 20 per cent of the UK rail network. We provide rapid access along busy commuter routes to our seven cities, servicing the varied needs of our business and leisure commuter services, including cross border services and rural services. We have up to 50 freight services operating every day and we are steadily building capacity for this to grow. Our ambition to be responsive to passengers and freight users, drives us every day and we're empowered to do the right thing for those who use the rail network. We actively challenge unsafe practices and take responsibility for addressing risks, resolving issues and protecting safety and wellbeing.
Our colleagues are encouraged to work flexibly as we know that busy lives don't always fit around a traditional working pattern, if you need flexibility to complete your role just let us know and we will do our upmost to help you to invest in your career with us while balancing other aspects of your life.
We're also a Disability Confident Leader employer and we'll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles.
We want to help deliver a railway which is safe, reliable, affordable and that provides great customer service to everyone. For more information about Network Rail click here.
About The Role
As Senior Project Engineer (Civils), reporting to the Programme Engineering Manager, you'll have responsibility for leading technical assurance within the Structures Renewals Framework. You will be joining a dynamic team delivering large volumes of diverse works, working collaboratively with stakeholders.
You will be leading and managing a team, providing technical leadership and support to develop Project Engineers, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. You will use the appropriate engineering standards and processes in relation to design and construction on all projects, ensuring they comply with legislation, Railway Group and Network Rail company standards.¿
Salary:
The starting salary for this position is £55,596 rising to £67,813 per annum.
Closing date: Midnight of 23rd August 2026. Late applications will not be accepted.
Please note proof of all essential qualifications will be required.
To submit your application, click apply now. For tips to help you prepare and apply click here
If you work in a function that has gone live with Employee Self-Service please click 'Apply' to login and submit your CV/Application Form online. If not, please email your Application Form to scotlandresourcing@networkrail.co.uk quoting the IRC number of the vacancy in your application.
We're dedicated to creating an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from everyone.
Network Rail is a Disability Confident Leader and we'll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles.
You can visit Evenbreak's Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you're unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please contact Scotland Resourcing Enquiries, ScotlandResourcingEnquiries@networkrail.co.uk
Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do. Safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. You should demonstrate your personal dedication to safety within your application.
Key Accountabilities
Your experience and skills
Closing date: Midnight of 23rd August 2026. Late applications will not be accepted.
Please note proof of all essential qualifications will be required.
To submit your application, click apply now. For tips to help you prepare and apply click here
If you work in a function that has gone live with Employee Self-Service please click 'Apply' to login and submit your CV/Application Form online. If not, please email your Application Form to scotlandresourcing@networkrail.co.uk quoting the IRC number of the vacancy in your application.
We're dedicated to creating an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from everyone.
Network Rail is a Disability Confident Leader and we'll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles.
You can visit Evenbreak's Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you're unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please contact Scotland Resourcing Enquiries, ScotlandResourcingEnquiries@networkrail.co.uk
Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do. Safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. You should demonstrate your personal dedication to safety within your application.
Key Accountabilities
Your experience and skills
- Develop and assure engineering solutions from concept through to implementation and handback, applying Network Rail systems and processes to deliver safe, high-quality and cost-effective outcomes.
- Manage, lead and develop a team of Project Engineers to support the design, construction, commissioning and other technical activities on projects.
- Build and maintain effective relationships with Route Engineers, Contractors Design organisations and Maintenance to facilitate successful project delivery.
- Significant experience in Civil engineering, ideally with involvement in construction and design projects across multi discipline areas
- Technical qualifications to at least HNC level or equivalent in Civil engineering
- Membership of a relevant professional institution (ICE, IMechE, IET)
- Experience of contracting
- Knowledge of structuring safety cases in support of projects
- Knowledge of safety management and quality assurance
- Understanding of the arrangements required for the independent assessment of works
- Accident investigation experience
- Six Sigma Yellow Belt
- Chartered status or equivalent in Civil engineering
- Appreciation of environmental issues in engineering works
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Where this offer sits in the market
SOC 2127 · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · ~62k in sampleP25 £43kP75 £67k
£36kmedian £53kgoing rate £52k£67k
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What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2127 going rate of £51,900. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.