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Location: South Birmingham (Hybrid: Office, Home, and Site Visits)
Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 per annum
About the Company:
Our client is a leading Tier 1 contractor operating within the water industry, delivering innovative and high-quality engineering solutions to major infrastructure projects. They are committed to sustainability, safety, and excellence in every project they undertake.
Role Overview:
As a Project Engineer, you will play a critical role in the successful delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects. With a mechanical or electrical bias, you will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
This hybrid role provides a flexible working arrangement, with a mix of office-based work (South Birmingham), home working, and occasional site visits as required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Project Delivery:
- Support the end-to-end delivery of water infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with client specifications, safety standards, and environmental regulations.
- Manage and coordinate design, procurement, and installation activities for mechanical or electrical systems.
- Technical Oversight:
- Review and approve technical designs, risk assessments, and method statements.
- Resolve technical challenges during construction, liaising with site teams and suppliers.
- Stakeholder Collaboration:
- Work closely with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers to maintain strong working relationships.
- Collaborate with internal teams, including project managers and design engineers, to ensure seamless project delivery.
- Site Management:
- Conduct site visits to oversee installation and commissioning activities, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Provide technical support during testing and handover phases.
- Degree/HNC/HND in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Proven experience as a Project Engineer in the water industry (or similar infrastructure sectors).
- Strong technical understanding of mechanical or electrical systems, including design, installation, and commissioning.
- Knowledge of relevant industry standards, including health and safety regulations.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Full UK driving license and willingness to travel for occasional site visits.
- Familiarity with water-specific regulations (e.g., WIMES).
- Experience with project management software tools.
- Chartered status or working towards professional accreditation (e.g., CEng).
- Competitive salary (£45,000 – £55,000).
- Hybrid working arrangement (flexibility to work from home, office, and occasional site visits).
- Career development opportunities, including training and progression pathways.
- Company pension scheme.
- Generous holiday allowance.
- Supportive and collaborative team culture.
