Engineering Project Manager

Thames Water; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility company in the UK is seeking a self-motivated Project Engineer to manage engineering projects. This role involves overseeing budgets, contractor procurement, and project delivery while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Candidates should have an engineering background and experience in project management. The position offers a competitive salary and various benefits including car allowance and holiday entitlements.

Benefits

26 days holiday per year

Contributory pension – Defined Contribution

Personal Medical Assessments

Wider benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Preferably have a background in Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Engineering.
• Formal qualifications within these sectors are strongly encouraged.
• Understanding of Health and Safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver a portfolio of Mechanical, Electrical and ICA projects.
• Develop innovative and modern solutions to operational problems.
• Oversee the construction of each project in line with in-house policies.

Skills

Background in Engineering

Knowledge of Clean Water Processing

Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders

Experience in Construction or Engineering Project Management

Education

BTEC/HND in a relevant discipline

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.

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 £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 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 and 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, applicable British & International Standards and professional codes of conduct.
• Forecast finances for 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 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.

Location and travel

Location – Your base location will be Hogsmill STW.

This role will require you to travel to multiple sites, depending on the project. You will be required to have a full driving licence, access to your own vehicle and insurance to cover work travel. A car allowance is provided and paid monthly.

Working hours

Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week.

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, hold at least 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 particular reference to construction works; additional training will be provided.
• 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% with 2x employee contribution.
• Personal Medical Assessments – open to all once a year.
• Wider benefits scheme, including a benefits hub with offers to save money and support well-being.

Find out more about our benefits and perks

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We aim to build a better future for all, helping customers, communities, people and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need passionate and skilled people to make a difference.

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference. You’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits. If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need adjustments, please let us know. We’re here to help and support.

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