Job Summary
Railway Infrastructure Design Manager Engineering

Position Context: The position is assigned to manage important consultancy projects for the development of the new standard gauge railway system in the Country. At the moment, two major projects (200km and 400km respectively) are being developed, with construction activities, as of today, estimated for another 3 The Railway Infrastructure Design Manager will report to the Technical Director and will work within an international team, composed of both expat and local technical staff, and will be responsible for leading multifunctional teams of highly skilled engineers in charge of the vetting of the design drawings prepared by the Contractor entrusted by the Client for the construction of the railway line. The team will support the Client (Government body) in the technical Quality Assurance of the Project

Posted: 3rd October 2023 FULL TIME Kano OfficeJob Expiring in -21 seconds

Job Description


    The activities will include:

    • Vetting/Checking of design drawings, according to international standards (and most
    • suitable technical parameters/solutions applicable to the specific project), prior to the
    • construction phase;
    • Technical comments issued, regularly on the basis of the design vetting activities;
    • Coordination of the different disciplines involved in the project such as, for example,
    • alignment, permanent way, structures, hydraulics, geotechnics, buildings, MEP and
    • technological systems in general;
    • Interactive technical meetings with the Contractor and the Client;
    • Periodic visits to the sites of the infrastructure, in coordination with the on-site Work
    • Supervision Team.

     


    • Vetting/Checking of design drawings, according to international standards (and most 

    • suitable technical parameters/solutions applicable to the specific project), prior to the 

    • construction phase; 

    • Technical comments issued, regularly on the basis of the design vetting activities; 

    • Coordination of the different disciplines involved in the project such as, for example, 

    • alignment, permanent way, structures, hydraulics, geotechnics, buildings, MEP and 

    • technological systems in general; 

    • Interactive technical meetings with the Contractor and the Client; 

    • Periodic visits to the sites of the infrastructure, in coordination with the on-site Work 

    • Supervision Team. 

    The ideal candidate would have:

    • High level of education (Master of Civil/Transport/Railway Engineering Degree);
    • Minimum 10 years of experience on similar projects/assignments;
    • Excellent English (spoken and written);
    • Knowledge of international standards and regulations (BS, Eurocode);
    • Previous experience in design coordination of railway projects.
    • Capability to handle multitasks and sorting priorities,
    • Strong interpersonal skills such as negotiating, problem solving, teamworking and knowledge sharing
    • Capability to make sure that any internal as well as external stakeholders has the right level of information at the right moment.
    • Proactivity, goal orientation and ability to work with tight schedules are required.
    • Proficiency in MS Office;
    • Proficiency in CAD software.

     


    • High level of education (Master of Civil/Transport/Railway Engineering Degree); 

    • Minimum 10 years of experience on similar projects/assignments; 

    • Excellent English (spoken and written); 

    • Knowledge of international standards and regulations (BS, Eurocode); 

    • Previous experience in design coordination of railway projects. 

    • Capability to handle multitasks and sorting priorities, 

    • Strong interpersonal skills such as negotiating, problem solving, teamworking and knowledge sharing 

    • Capability to make sure that any internal as well as external stakeholders has the right level of information at the right moment. 

    • Proactivity, goal orientation and ability to work with tight schedules are required. 

    • Proficiency in MS Office; 

    • Proficiency in CAD software. 


Job Requirements

Additional Knowledge, Experiences: 

 

  • Knowledge and experience in software and management procedures. 

  • Knowledge of “Code for Design of Railway Line” of the People's Republic of China is a preferential factor. 

 

 

What do we offer?  

  • The opportunity to be part of the best-performing consultancy group of companies internationally acknowledged as an efficient and sustainable technological partner in providing engineering support for strategic projects. 

  • A dynamic and international environment where you can learn and improve your professional competencies. We strive for outstanding results with a high level of performance, consistently meeting and exceeding expectations through quality control measures and regular employee training updates. 

  • A multicultural team to be a part of. We embrace diversity and strive to create an inclusive and respectful workplace for all individuals.  

  • A place where innovation guides us. We always aim to be at the forefront and encourage tailor-made solutions that promote improvement.  

  • A company committed to behaving responsibly, fairly, and ethically. We act responsibly in compliance with environmental and health & safety regulations. 

  • A salary package aligned to experience and qualifications, including full serviced accommodation, transport facilities and medical coverage  

Want to know more?  

Look at our website at https://teamgroup.it/ here you will find more information about our team, our expertise and our projects and you will understand why we love working at TEAM Group.  

 

If you are a motivated self-starter with a passion for Railway Design, we invite you to apply for this challenging and rewarding position.  

Please submit your resume, along with a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you believe you are the ideal candidate for this role.  

 

TEAM Group is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. We promote the inclusion and work integration of people belonging to protected categories, as regulated by Italian Law 68/99 


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