Electrical Project Engineer – Water & Utilities

VolkerWessels UK Ltd.; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Private medical care

Pension

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Training and development

Job summary

VolkerStevin, part of VolkerWessels UK, is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Engineer to support major projects in the Anglian Water region. You will deliver electrical packages, manage procurement through installation, testing and handover, and ensure compliance with client specs and industry standards.

Key responsibilities include coordinating MEICA packages, selecting electrical subcontractors, driving value engineering, and supervising on-site activities.

Qualifications

• Electrical package management experience.
• Site supervision experience in infrastructure/utilities.
• Familiarity with NEC contracts and subcontract management.
• Knowledge of WIMES and water industry specs.
• Strong understanding of electrical installation, testing and commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of electrical and MEICA packages from procurement through installation and handover.
• Coordinate MEC/MEICA with civil and mechanical works for project success.
• Lead selection, procurement and management of electrical subcontractors.
• Review designs, URS/FDS and ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Drive value engineering, cost control and standardisation of electrical solutions.
• Oversee equipment maintenance, defect management and repair throughout the lifecycle.
• Support planning, programme management and progress reporting.
• Conduct and witness FATs, SATs and commissioning activities as required.
• Review RAMS and ITPs for subcontractors, ensuring safety and quality.

Skills

Electrical package management

Site supervision

Project governance

Education

BEng/HNC/HND or equivalent

Tools

NEC contracts

WIMES knowledge

ATEX/DSEAR knowledge

Job description

VolkerStevin, part of VolkerWessels UK, is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Engineer to support major projects in the Anglian Water region. You will deliver electrical packages, manage procurement through installation, testing and handover, and ensure compliance with client specs and industry standards.

Key responsibilities include coordinating MEICA packages, selecting electrical subcontractors, driving value engineering, and supervising on-site activities.