Project Engineer

Project Engineer

Burgess Hill

Full time - Permanent

£30,000 - £60,000 depending on experience

My Client are looking for a Project Engineer to join their UK Projects Department. The successful candidate will support the coordination and execution of all aspects of multi-discipline engineering, quality control, and material supply for £multi-million contracts. This role requires a professional with a strong project engineering or project management background, capable of delivering projects on time and within budget.

Day to Day of the Role:

• Review client purchase orders and Sales handover documentation.
• Issue job instructions and liaise with internal departments to ensure completion.
• Develop and monitor project schedules and Quality Plans.
• Draft material, fabrication, and equipment purchase order requisitions and specifications.
• Review technical aspects of sub-contractor bids.
• Manage the distribution and review of drawings and documents to clients and sellers.
• Compile contract variations, status reports, shipping lists, and installation instructions.
• Liaise with clients to ensure equipment meets job requirements and negotiate for extras as required.
• Manage sub-contractors to ensure products meet order specifications and delivery dates.
• Liaise with client’s site management and Construction Manager/Supervisor for contracts involving erection.
• Foreign travel to meetings with clients and suppliers.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• HND/Degree level in an engineering discipline preferred, or strong project engineering/management background.
• Proven ability to deliver projects on time and to budget.
• Good commercial acumen and analytical & technical problem-solving skills.
• Extremely organised with good attention to detail.
• Ability to plan, manage, and prioritise a diverse workload.
• Work quickly and accurately under pressure.
• Pro-active with a desire to improve processes and business performance.
• Good communication skills and ability to liaise with foreign clients and suppliers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly MS Excel and MS Project. Knowledge of 2D or 3D CAD software is advantageous.

Benefits:

• 37.5-hour work week with early finish on Fridays.
• Office closed between Christmas and New Year with reserved holiday.
• Pension scheme with up to 7% company match.
• Life Insurance at 4 times salary.
• Eligibility for private health care scheme after 6 months.
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme based on the company’s profits.

To apply for the Project Engineer position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.