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REC26 - Railway Systems, Railroad Operations Experts
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Deadline: May 17, 2026
Location: Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Türkiye, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan
Organization:Eptisa Türkiye
Job type:Contract, 12 months +
Languages:
English
Description
General Application for Railway Systems, Railroad Operations Technical staff
- Railroad Safety Inspectors
- Railway Safety Specialists
- Rail System Safety Specialists
- Safety Officers (Track/Signaling)
- Technical Safety Specialists
- Lead Operational Safety Specialists
- Railway Superstructure Specialists
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Electrification Engineers
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Key Responsibilities
Provide independent technical supervision, review, and monitoring of railway works in accordance with FIDIC Conditions of Contract, Employer’s Requirements, and World Bank / EBRD standards, ensuring that construction, installation, and integration activities are executed safely, on time, and to the required quality.
Technical Supervision
- Supervise railway construction and/or system installation works in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and method statements
- Monitor contractor compliance with FIDIC contract obligations and technical standards
- Verify workmanship, materials, tolerances, and test results
- Identify construction non‑conformities and support corrective actions
Design & Technical Review
- Review contractor designs, calculations, and shop drawings relevant to railway works
- Support constructability reviews and interface coordination with other disciplines
- Ensure alignment with Employer’s Requirements and international railway standards
Progress & Reporting
- Monitor physical progress against approved schedules
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly site reports
- Report risks, delays, and technical issues to senior supervision staff
Interface & Coordination
- Coordinate with civil, systems, signaling, electrification, and O&M interfaces
- Support testing, commissioning, and handover activities
- Participate in site meetings and technical coordination workshops
Quality, Safety & Compliance
- Support implementation of Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA/QC) procedures
- Monitor contractor compliance with ESHS, Occupational Health & Safety (OHS), and community safety requirements
- Assist in audits, inspections, and lender monitoring missions
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Civil, Railway, Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, or related discipline)
Professional Experience
- Minimum 7 years of relevant professional experience in railway or major linear infrastructure projects
- Experience in at least one of the following:
- Railway supervision
- Design review
- Construction management
- Systems installation and integration
Contract & Lender Exposure
- Prior experience under FIDIC Conditions of Contract is required
- Experience on World Bank and/or EBRD‑funded projects is highly desirable
Key Competencies
- Strong understanding of railway construction and/or systems engineering principles
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
- Knowledge of site supervision practices and quality control procedures
- Strong coordination and communication skills
- Report writing and technical documentation capability
Preferred Experience (Asset)
- Experience on railway mega projects (high‑speed rail, metro, conventional rail)
- Familiarity with testing & commissioning processes
- Exposure to multidisciplinary interfaces (civil–systems–O&M)
Work Environment
- Site‑based position with field supervision responsibilities
- Interaction with contractors, designers, Employer, and lender representatives
Applicable Standards & Frameworks
- FIDIC Conditions of Contract (Red / Yellow / Pink Book)
- World Bank Environmental & Social Framework (ESF)
- EBRD Performance Requirements (PRs)
- Applicable EN / UIC / IEC / IEEE railway standards (as relevant)
