Track / Civils CEM (Contractor’s Engineering Manager)

📍 Kent (3–4 days per week on-site)
💼 Permanent
💰 Up to £90,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus

Milford Rail & Engineering Services are currently supporting a well-established main contractor in their search for an experienced Track / Civils CEM (Contractor’s Engineering Manager) to join their team in Kent.

This is a key leadership role, responsible for ensuring engineering excellence, safety, and compliance across major rail infrastructure projects.

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The Role

As a CEM, you will take full responsibility for engineering delivery within your discipline, ensuring all works are planned, managed, and executed in line with industry standards and project requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

• Acting as the appointed Contractor’s Engineering Manager (CEM) for track and/or civil engineering works
• Providing technical leadership and assurance across project delivery
• Ensuring compliance with Network Rail standards and relevant legislation
• Managing engineering interfaces and coordinating multidisciplinary teams
• Reviewing and approving designs, methodologies, and technical submissions
• Supporting project teams with risk management and technical problem-solving

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Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• Current Authorisation as a CEM in Track and/or Civil Engineering
• Strong experience working with a main contractor on UK rail infrastructure projects
• Availability to work in Kent 3–4 days per week
• Excellent knowledge of Network Rail standards and processes

Desirable:

• Chartered Engineer status (CEng)
• Proven leadership experience managing engineering teams on complex rail projects

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What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £90,000
• Car allowance
• Performance-related bonus
• Long-term, stable opportunity with a reputable contractor
• Involvement in high-profile rail infrastructure projects

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Apply Now

If you are an authorised CEM looking for your next opportunity in Kent, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Milford Rail & Engineering Services for a confidential discussion.