Engineering Project Manager

Thames Water; Esher; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility company is seeking a Project Engineer to manage engineering projects across operational sites. Responsibilities include delivering projects valued between £100,000 and £1 million, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and collaborating with contractors. The role offers a salary of up to £64,500, benefits such as 26 days holiday, and a car allowance.

Benefits

Car allowance

26 days holiday

Defined contribution pension

Personal Medical Assessments

Qualifications

• Background in Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Engineering preferred.
• Experience in Construction or Engineering Project Management.
• Knowledge of Clean Water Processing and/or Wastewater treatment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver a portfolio of Mechanical, Electrical and ICA projects.
• Oversee construction in line with industry standards.
• Collaborate with delivery partners and contractors to ensure on-time delivery.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Coordination

Health and Safety Standards

Education

BTEC/HND in Engineering

Tools

CDM Regulations

Job description

Overview

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. 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 £100,000 and £1 million per project.
• Individually responsible for multiple live projects at any time, with further projects in the scoping and tendering phase.
• Develop innovative and modern solutions to operational problems, making sites more efficient and delivering value for money for customers.
• Work with operations teams and contractors to scope, define and cost solutions that are both cost-effective and have minimal risk.
• Oversee our zero-compromise health and safety policy for everyone working on your project; undertake monthly audits.
• Oversee the construction of each project in line with in-house policies & procedures, with associated wider industry standards; fully compliant with CDM regulations and how to apply them.
• Collaborate with delivery partners and contractors to ensure schemes are delivered on time.
• Maintain compliance with Asset Standards, associated British & International Standards and professional codes of conduct.
• Forecast finances of all live projects and report on the value of work done (VOWD).
• Draft, vet and approve pre-construction information, project programs, risk assessments and method statements (RAMS), and construction phase plans (CPP).
• Oversee the commissioning, training and handover of completed projects to the operations teams.
• Ensure completion documents are available and handed over, including test certificates, operation and maintenance manuals, health and safety files, and as-constructed drawings.

Role requirements and location

For this role, you will receive a car allowance, so a driving licence is required.

Location – Your base location will be Esher, Surrey.

Working Hours – Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week.

This role will require travel to multiple sites depending on the project. You will need a full driving licence, access to your vehicle and insurance to cover work travel. You will receive a car allowance, paid monthly.

What you should bring to the role

To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need are:

• Preferably have a background in Engineering, such as Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Engineering.
• Formal qualifications within these sectors are strongly encouraged; ideally a BTEC/HND in a relevant discipline or relevant experience.
• Knowledge of Clean Water Processing and/or Wastewater treatment.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders simultaneously, including internal colleagues, site employees and external contractors.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision, be self-motivated and driven, and use initiative to deliver high-quality work.
• Understanding of Health and Safety standards, with reference to construction works; additional training will be provided (CDM).
• Experience in Construction or Engineering Project Management.

What’s in it for you?

• Offering up to £64,500 per annum, including car allowance, depending on experience and skills.
• 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with length of service (plus bank holidays).
• Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.
• Personal Medical Assessments – open to all once a year.
• Wider benefits scheme, including our benefits hub, which offers offers and information to save you money and support your well-being.

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day. We aim to build a better future for all, helping customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. We’re looking for passionate and skilled people to help us get there.

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work. You’ll enjoy opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits. We welcome applications from everyone and offer support throughout the recruitment process. We’re here to help and support you to succeed.

Disclaimer

Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date; we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.