Technical Manager

We're looking for a Technical Manager to join our East West Rail team based in St Neots.

Location: Keppel House, Alington Road, St Neots, Cambridgeshire, PE19 6YH
Hours: Permanent Fulltime 45 hours per week
We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role.

East West Rail is a nationally significant rail infrastructure programme delivering a new connection between Oxford, Milton Keynes, Bedford and Cambridge. We're seeking a Technical Manager to lead the project's technical assurance and information management activities, ensuring that all pre-construction, engineering and delivery information is validated, controlled and fit for purpose throughout the project lifecycle. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a transformative infrastructure project that will enhance community engagement and accelerate the delivery of critical infrastructure.

What will you be responsible for?

As a Technical Manager, you'll be working within the East West Rail team, supporting them in delivering successful project assurance and information management. Your day to day will include:

• Managing the validation and assurance of pre-construction information to ensure compliance with project, client and business requirements
• Leading technical assurance processes, including management and verification of Engineering and Survey Controls, Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), and Inspection and Test Certificates (ITCs)
• Taking ownership of the project's Data and Information Management functions, implementing effective governance, controls and reporting processes
• Managing project temporary works designs and any design requirements including primary interface with the Principal Designer
• Collaborating with project teams, supply chain partners and client representatives to promote a culture of quality, assurance and continuous improvement

What are we looking for?

This role of Technical Manager is great for someone who:

• Has strong knowledge of CDM Regulations, the Building Safety Act and UK construction techniques
• Brings experience preparing professional technical reports and reviewing the work of Engineers and Technicians within a Quality Management System (QMS)
• Holds a minimum HND or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, alongside membership or accreditation with a relevant professional body
• Communicates confidently and clearly, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders and technical teams
• Holds a full driving licence

Rewards and benefits

We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here.

Diversity and inclusion

Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

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