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Technical Director - Rail

Ref no. BHN578721
Location Manchester, England
Start date ASAP
Job type Permanent
Job status Closed

Job summary

Incredible opportunity to join a world class business in Transportation, in Manchester.

Rail Technical Director opportunity.

Managing a high quality team with 35+ staff

Involved in major decision, design and work winning.

Key skills required for this role

Rail Technical Director Consultancy Network Rail Civil Structures Bridges

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Rail Technical Director Consultancy Network Rail Civil Structures Bridges

Job description


Our client, a distinguished consultancy in the rail sector, is currently seeking a Technical Director - Rail to join their team in Manchester.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Technical design and delivery of multiple concurrent projects
  • Undertaking the role of Rail Discipline Manager or Rail Discipline Director
  • Day-to-day management, direction, and training of staff
  • Acting as a role model for others in the company
  • Developing relationships with new and existing clients and identifying potential work
  • Preparing fee budgets, proposals, and resource requirements for projects
  • Co-ordinating with other engineers across regional offices and technical groups
  • Managing the preparation of calculations, drawings, and other documents
  • Managing and liaising with clients on proposals and project work
  • Specifying and/or managing site examination and investigation works safely and effectively
  • Identifying and managing risks to acceptable levels

Job Requirements:

  • Extensive experience in multidisciplinary rail technical design delivery
  • In-depth knowledge of Network Rail standards
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and AutoCAD
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong team leadership abilities
  • Commitment to developing the technical skills of junior staff

Desirable Skills:

  • Experience leading contractor frameworks in the rail sector
  • Broad relationships with key Network Rail stakeholders

Qualifications:

  • Chartered Engineer with ICE or CIHT
  • Extensive experience, ideally between 15-20 years, in the rail sector

Benefits:

  • Permanent position with a prestigious firm
  • Opportunity to work on a variety of challenging and high-profile rail projects
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Comprehensive employee benefits package


If you are a seasoned Technical Director with expertise in the rail sector seeking an exciting new challenge, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team in Manchester.

Reach out to myself, David Baisan, today. 01489 898119 or

Thank you.

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