Engineering Project Manager

TN United Kingdom; Guildford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water and wastewater company seeks a Project Engineer to manage engineering projects across operational sites. The role involves overseeing project delivery, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and collaborating with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a background in engineering and project management, with a focus on innovative solutions and efficiency.

Benefits

Salary up to £56,000

Car allowance of £4,500 annually

26 days holiday, increasing to 30 with service

Contributory pension scheme (up to 12%)

Annual personal medical assessments

Qualifications

• Background in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering preferred.
• Experience in Construction or Engineering Project Management.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver a portfolio of Mechanical, Electrical and ICA projects.
• Oversee health and safety policies on projects, including monthly audits.
• Collaborate with delivery partners and contractors for timely project delivery.

Skills

Self-motivated

Proactive

Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders

Education

BTEC/HND or equivalent experience

Job description

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This role seeks a self-motivated candidate to manage engineering projects end-to-end across Thames Water’s operational sites and estate.

We expect you to manage all aspects of each CAPEX project, including initial scoping of the need, competitively tendering the work, contractor procurement, site set up and inductions: health and safety inspections, commissioning, training and handover to the operations teams.

Please note that the internal job title for this role is ‘Project Engineer’ within the Capital Maintenance Project Team.

What you will be doing as an Engineering Project Manager

• Manage and deliver a portfolio of Mechanical, Electrical and ICA projects, with a typical value between one hundred thousand and £1 million per project.
• Individually responsible for multiple live projects at any time, with further projects in the scoping and tendering phase.
• Developing innovative and modern solutions to operational problems, making sites more efficient and delivering value for money for customers.
• Working with operations teams and contractors to scope, define and cost solutions that are cost-effective and low risk.
• Overseeing health and safety policies on projects, including monthly audits.
• Overseeing construction in line with policies, procedures, and industry standards, ensuring CDM compliance.
• Collaborating with delivery partners and contractors to ensure timely project delivery.
• Maintaining compliance with Asset Standards, British & International Standards, and professional codes.
• Financial forecasting and reporting on project work (VOWD).
• Drafting and vetting pre-construction info, project programs, risk assessments, RAMS, and construction phase plans (CPP).
• Overseeing commissioning, training, and handover of projects to operations teams.
• Ensuring completion documents are available, including test certificates, manuals, health and safety files, and drawings.

Note: A full driving license and access to a vehicle are required for site visits, with a monthly car allowance provided.

Location: Guildford. Travel to multiple sites will be necessary.

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 36 hours/week.

What you should bring to the role

• Background in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering preferred.
• Relevant qualifications such as BTEC/HND or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of Water Processing and Wastewater treatment advantageous.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently.
• Understanding of Health and Safety standards, including CDM (training provided).
• Experience in Construction or Engineering Project Management.

What’s in it for you?

• Salary up to £56,000 plus a car allowance of £4,500 annually.
• 26 days holiday, increasing to 30 with service, plus bank holidays.
• Contributory pension scheme (up to 12%).
• Annual personal medical assessments.
• Access to benefits and support schemes.

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, serving over 16 million customers. We aim to build a better future, supporting our communities, environment, and employees. Join us to make a difference and help secure water resources for future generations.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water offers a rewarding, diverse workplace with career growth, flexible working, and excellent benefits. We value passion and commitment to making a difference. Join us to contribute to a sustainable future and enjoy a fulfilling career.

We promote diversity and inclusion, removing barriers to success. Support is available throughout the recruitment process. We also offer opportunities to support our customers directly, with full training provided.

Note: Due to high application volume, the vacancy may close early. Apply promptly to avoid missing out.