Electrical Engineer Project Leader

Mott Macdonald; Moor Side; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm seeks an Electrical Engineer Project Leader to manage and design projects impacting the environment within the UK water market. This role involves collaborating closely with project teams and requires engineering expertise. The position offers career growth opportunities including pathways to professional qualifications. The successful candidate will enjoy a competitive salary and several benefits including pension matching and health insurance.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Pension scheme with employer match up to 7%

Gym discounts

Private medical and health screening

Qualifications

• Must possess a degree in Engineering.
• Working toward professional qualifications is preferred.
• Valid driving license required for travel.

Responsibilities

• Work with Site Manager and Quantity Surveyor on projects.
• Lead design of treatment or infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate project team to ensure timely design completion.
• Mentor less experienced colleagues.

Skills

Degree in Engineering

Working towards professional qualification

Valid driving license

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Work as part of a 'project triangle' with a Site Manager and Quantity Surveyor to ensure technical, constructability, and commercial aspects are considered throughout project delivery.
• Lead the design of treatment or infrastructure projects from initial outline to detailed design, construction, commissioning, and handover.
• Coordinate the project team, including civil, electrical, mechanical and process designers, BIM modelers, and technical specialists, ensuring designs are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
• Undertake design within own discipline and mentor less experienced colleagues.
• Build positive relationships with clients' project, operational, and technical assurance teams, promoting a 'one-team' approach.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering
• Working towards professional qualification
• Valid driving license and willingness to travel across operational regions

Company Overview

Mott MacDonald Bentley is a fully integrated design and build business, combining Mott MacDonald's design expertise with JN Bentley's contracting experience to deliver award-winning projects. With an annual turnover exceeding £500 million, it is a leader in the industry, offering a robust environment for career growth.

Since 1999, MMB has worked with Yorkshire Water on a variety of projects, from restoring reservoirs to installing advanced water treatment technology. We have several frameworks with Yorkshire Water and are a delivery partner into AMP8, employing over 300 people. As an Electrical Engineer Project Leader, you will work on projects impacting the environment and communities, primarily in the UK water market, providing feasibility, design, construction, and commissioning services.

This role combines project management and design engineering, offering a unique environment for professional development and progression towards chartership or cross-discipline expertise. The position is employed by Mott MacDonald, working across the joint venture with JN Bentley.

About Mott MacDonald

Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy committed to improving society through social outcomes, excellence, and digital innovation. We value diversity and invest in our people through comprehensive training and development, fostering a safe and inclusive workplace where everyone can reach their full potential.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Pension scheme with employer match up to 7%
• Options for annual leave purchase, sale, and carry-over
• Life assurance, private medical, critical illness insurance, and health screening
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Payment of professional subscription costs
• Gym discounts, cycle-to-work scheme, interest-free season ticket loans, and dining discounts

Note: Mott MacDonald Bentley is not currently offering sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route due to recent UK government changes. Applications from candidates eligible under alternative UK immigration routes are welcome.