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Fabian Parker

Crawley,United Kingdom

Summary

Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in railway electrification systems and DC traction power. Demonstrates proficiency in HV/LV systems, substation construction and upgrades, and electrical track equipment installation and maintenance. Skilled in civil installations, trackside safety, and cable management systems, with a strong understanding of GRIP processes. Proven ability to lead teams effectively, manage resources efficiently, and ensure health, safety, and environmental compliance on construction sites. Adept at project planning, scheduling, risk assessment, and mitigation while maintaining budget control. Committed to delivering high-quality results through effective stakeholder engagement and problem-solving skills.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Construction Manager

Octavius Infrastructure
01.2024 - 07.2025

Southern Renewals Enterprise & Southern Integrated Delivery (SID)
London and South-East | £4 Billion Framework

  • Contributing to major electrification projects aimed at modernising traction power systems, improving network efficiency and sustainability.
  • Delivering key infrastructure upgrades, including NSCD Integrated Switchgear Renewals at Cannon Street, London Bridge, and Loughborough Junction, and extensive DC & LV cabling renewals across the South East.
  • Successfully led multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated works within the SID framework—achieving cost savings, reducing lead times, and improving delivery performance.
  • Managing construction activities for the Southern Renewals Enterprise, focused on the renewal and enhancement of critical railway infrastructure.
  • Overseeing multiple projects within the SID framework, a collaborative model designed to streamline operations and ensure efficient, multidisciplinary project delivery.
  • Coordinating with Network Rail and key stakeholders to meet project milestones and ensure adherence to safety and operational standards.
  • Directed teams across engineering disciplines to optimise resources and maintain programme timelines.
  • Applied innovative construction strategies to minimise operational disruption and improve delivery outcomes.
  • Maintaining full compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards, promoting a proactive safety culture on all sites.

Project Manager

AM1 Projects
South East
11.2022 - 01.2024
  • Lead the Clapham Junction Depot Traction Cabling project, enabling longer rolling stock at one of the world's busiest stations.
  • Manage construction of Track Disconnection Switches (TDS) and civil engineering for new cable containment systems.
  • Managed the Wessex LCP Change-Over Project, ensuring compliance with GRP standards for NSCD support.
  • Facilitate commissioning processes and interface with stakeholders for integrated On & Off-Load NSCD, DC, and SCADA-controlled systems.
  • Successfully delivered projects under strict deadlines, enhancing safety and operational efficiency for rail networks.
  • Contact: Ricky
  • Email: ricky.cooling@am1projects.co.uk

Construction Manager

OSL Global
12.2020 - 11.2022
  • Managed projects up to £360m.
  • Managed Gatwick Station Project (GSP), implementing a high-current traction power system to reduce delays. The projects value: £360m.
  • Managed Isle of Wight Island Main Works, adapting platforms for new rolling stock and upgrading DC substations. The project value was £30m.
  • Conducted site inspections, commissioning processes, and material procurement to meet design specifications.
  • Contact: Jake Rowan
  • Phone: +447852260723

Electrical Supervisor

Quinn Infrastructure
02.2020 - 12.2020
  • Directed the South West Rail Lighting Upgrade, installing advanced Thorlux LED systems at 187 stations.
  • Ensured compliance with risk assessments, site safety standards, and efficient contractor coordination.
  • Projects value was £26m.
  • Contact: Richard Pepper
  • Phone: +447983 619586

Engineer

Sunville Rail
01.2019 - 02.2020
  • Responsible for the installation of Cable Management Systems (CMS) across the Wessex PSU project which includes all types of trough used for many different types of cable.
  • Kent CP5 750V DC Switchgear Renewals - Petts Wood - liaise with designers and the project team at Siemens to construct a new brick-built DC Track Paralleling Hut including all associated cable, route works and safe access.
  • Wessex Safer Isolations (NSCD's) Phase 3 GRIP 5-8 - contracted by Kiers to work on the Faster Safer Isolation technology project.
  • Aid with the design and construction of Undertrack Crossing's for the DNO Project in the Kent Area.
  • Contact: Gary Dooce
  • Phone: 07988756151

Technician

Siemens
London, Kent
11.2016 - 12.2018
  • Kent Protection Relay Renewals (Petts Wood TPH New Build): Worked with the site team on the construction of a new brick-built DC Track Paralleling Hut, including civil works, troughing routes, and drainage systems.
  • Kent Power Supply Enhancement Project: Upgraded traction power supply across the North and Mid Kent lines to support 12-car units.
  • Converted TP Huts into fully operational substations with 3MW transformers, rectifier modules, DC circuit breakers, AC panels, and auxiliary transformers.
  • London Victoria HV Substations (Non-Traction) Renewal: Replaced life-expired 11kV distribution equipment across four substations (B, C, D & E) with modern ABB CCV Safe Ring SF6 switchgear, enhancing reliability and removing operational restrictions under the CP5 contract.
  • Contact: Wayne Richardson
  • Phone: +447717 207204

ETE Technician

McNicholas
London
03.2016 - 11.2016
  • ETE Track Installer - London, Wessex, and Sussex PSU (IPSS Resignalling): Delivered ETE upgrades on VTB 1, 2, and 3 Main Lines, including IBJ closures, cross-bond relocations, SRTC reinforcements, and advanced plate modifications between Three Bridges, Gatwick, and Earlswood.
  • ETE Construction - S&C Track Renewals: Led the installation of TIS systems, DC cable laying, terminating, and jointing across multiple S&C track renewal projects, meeting high standards within tight deadlines.
  • Contact: John Bailey
  • Phone: +447850 191819

Junior Engineer

High Voltage Maintenance Services
South East, UK
07.2011 - 03.2016
  • Apprenticeship – High Voltage Maintenance Services: Supported the Power Supply Enhancement (PSE 3) Project, working on HV switchgear, Transformer Rectifier Units (TRUs), DC switchgear, and Electrical Track Equipment (ETE) across Wessex and Sussex.
  • Site Supervisor – Wessex PSE 3 Project: Supervised two sites post-apprenticeship under the CITB SSSTS scheme, overseeing the upgrade of TP Huts into fully functional substations with 3MW transformers, rectifier modules, DC breakers, and auxiliary transformers.
  • Engineering Support – CP5 Power Supply Enhancement: Provided engineering support and CRE for ETE and HV construction, contributing to GRIP 5 design and timely project delivery.
  • Involved in upgrading 34 substations/TP Huts, replacing 152 DC feeder circuits, installing 129,000m of DC cable, upgrading 350 Hookswitches, installing 2 new CTS, enhancing 4 existing CTS, and reinforcing negative return cabling across 23 key areas.
  • Contact: Wayne Richardson
  • Phone: +447717 207204

Education

BTEC Level 4 - Electrical Engineering

Central Sussex College
Crawley

NVQ Level 6 - Construction Management

NVQ
07.2025 -

Skills

  • Railway Electrification Systems
  • DC Traction Power
  • HV/LV Systems
  • Substation Construction
  • Substation Upgrades
  • Electrical Track Equipment installation
  • Electrical Track Equipment maintenance
  • Civil Installations
  • Trackside Safety
  • PTS Certification
  • Cable Management Systems
  • DC/AC Cable Installation
  • HV Switchgear
  • DC Switchgear
  • LV Instals
  • SCADA Systems
  • Switchgear Integration
  • Integrated Switchgear
  • Project Planning
  • Scheduling
  • Understanding of GRIP
  • Construction Site Coordination
  • Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance
  • Risk Assessment
  • Risk Mitigation
  • Commissioning Procedures
  • Handover Procedures
  • Budgeting
  • Cost Control
  • Resource Allocation
  • Team Leadership
  • Staff Management
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Problem-Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Negotiation Skills
  • Effective Written Communication
  • Effective Verbal Communication

Certification

  • BTEC Level 4 Electrical Engineering
  • NVQ Level 6 In Construction Management
  • BTEC Level 3 Health and Safety
  • BTEC Level 3 Computer Aided Design (CAD)
  • Electrical Installation Level 1&2 (formed part of Engineering BTEC)
  • PTS - Personal Track Safety, 01/11/11 - Present
  • CITB SMSTS - Site Managers Safety Training Scheme, 05/01/22 - Present
  • Level C Substation Entry, 05/01/13 - Present
  • HV Competent Person, 05/01/14 - Present
  • Emergency First Aid, 01/11/11 - Present
  • Responsible Manager, 01/01/20 - Present
  • ALO Co-Ordinator, 01/01/20 - Present

Timeline

NVQ Level 6 - Construction Management

NVQ
07.2025 -

Construction Manager

Octavius Infrastructure
01.2024 - 07.2025

Project Manager

AM1 Projects
11.2022 - 01.2024

Construction Manager

OSL Global
12.2020 - 11.2022

Electrical Supervisor

Quinn Infrastructure
02.2020 - 12.2020

Engineer

Sunville Rail
01.2019 - 02.2020

Technician

Siemens
11.2016 - 12.2018

ETE Technician

McNicholas
03.2016 - 11.2016

Junior Engineer

High Voltage Maintenance Services
07.2011 - 03.2016

BTEC Level 4 - Electrical Engineering

Central Sussex College
Fabian Parker