Project Engineer

KIER GROUP-1; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a Project Engineer to join their dynamic team in the Natural Resources sector. This role involves managing water projects across the Norfolk area, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards while delivering innovative solutions. Ideal candidates will have a degree in engineering and experience in capital delivery within the water sector. Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where your contributions will shape the future of water management. Take the next step in your career with this exciting opportunity!

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or equivalent, experience in capital delivery.
• Management knowledge of Construction Design Management regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage water projects from inception to completion, ensuring standards are met.
• Support project delivery manager in executing Anglian Water project needs.

Skills

Project Management

Customer Management

Root Cause Analysis

Commercial Awareness

Education

Degree in Engineering

Job description

We're looking for a Project Engineer to join our Natural Resources, Nuclear & Networks team based in Lincoln

Location: Lincoln, with a mix of office/site visits and working from home

Hours: 45 hours per week - some flexibility available; just let us know when you speak to us

In this role, you'll work on the Anglian Water IOS contract (integrated operational solutions), covering multiple disciplines including Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control & Automation. This involves new construction, replacement, or repair projects across the Anglian Water region.

What will you be responsible for?

As a Project Engineer, you'll ensure water projects in the Norfolk area are managed successfully from inception to completion, meeting all standards, regulations, budget, and timeframes. This is a fast-paced, dynamic role where you can add value to the business and support your career growth.

Your daily responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the operational/project delivery manager in executing Anglian Water project needs
• Assessing solutions, conducting root cause analysis considering whole life costs and business risks
• Developing solutions aligned with corporate governance, safety standards, and legal requirements
• Ensuring all design, programme, cost, and CDM requirements are completed for construction handover
• Complying with all site Health & Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards
• Supporting asset and cost management in relevant systems

What are we looking for?

This role is ideal if you hold:

• A degree in engineering or equivalent, and experience as a temporary works coordinator
• Experience in capital delivery within the water sector, especially with directly employed staff
• Management knowledge of Construction Design Management regulations
• Excellent customer management skills and experience working with external stakeholders
• Commercial awareness and ability to work with multiple stakeholders
• A full driving licence

We value potential and transferable skills, so even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply and discuss your fit with us.

To learn more about our water projects and career opportunities, visit our water business page.

Join us now and take the first step toward a rewarding career!

Rewards and benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits tailored to your needs. More information can be found here.

Diversity and inclusion

We are committed to making Kier a diverse and inclusive workplace. Our employees help shape our initiatives and policies. Learn more about our D&I action plan here.

We look forward to receiving your application.