PWay CRE

Employer: Carrington West Limited

Location: Milton Keynes, England, GB

Salary: £500

Job type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2026-08-20T00:00:00Z

Sector: Construction & Trades

Job Description

Are you a Track CRE with experience delivering PWay works across major rail infrastructure projects?

Do you have previous CRE sign-off and experience leading engineering teams?
 
Rate: £500/day DOE, Inside IR35
Duration: Long-term contract - expected through to mid-2029
Location: Milton Keynes
 
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Track CRE / Lead Engineer to join a major rail infrastructure programme delivering significant track and rail systems.
 
This is a construction-focused role combining CRE and Lead Engineer responsibilities, with the successful candidate responsible for leading the engineering team while supporting the safe and efficient delivery of PWay works.
 
Requirements:
·Previous experience working as a Track / PWay CRE
·CRE sign-off is highly desirable
·2-3+ years' experience operating as a CRE
·Strong PWay / track construction experience
·Experience leading and coordinating engineering teams
·Strong understanding of construction delivery and engineering controls
·Experience working within a safety-critical rail environment
·Ability to provide technical leadership throughout construction
·Strong understanding of engineering documentation and compliance
·HNC / HND / BEng in Civil Engineering or equivalent
·PTS
 
 
This would suit an experienced Track CRE / Lead Engineer who is confident leading an engineering function while remaining focused on construction delivery.
 
The projects include approximately 4.2 miles of new track and S&C.
 
Projects are expected to run through to mid-2029, providing approximately three years of long-term contract work.
 
To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please submit your CV and contact Olivia at Carrington West on 02933 876046 or olivia.woods@carringtonwest.com.
 
 

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