Engineering Project Manager

Thames Water Utilities Limited; Rickmansworth; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility company is seeking a Project Engineer to manage all aspects of CAPEX projects. Candidates should have a background in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering, as well as experience in construction project management. This role includes overseeing projects ranging from £100,000 to £1 million, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards and collaborating with various stakeholders. The position offers a competitive salary and additional benefits.

Benefits

Car allowance

26 days holiday per year

Contributory pension

Personal Medical Assessments

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver a portfolio of Mechanical, Electrical and ICA projects.
• Collaborate with operations teams and contractors on project scopes.
• Oversee health and safety policy and compliance on projects.

Skills

Project Management

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Health and Safety Standards

Stakeholder Coordination

Education

BTEC/HND in relevant discipline

Job description

Overview

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. Internal job title for this role is 'Project Engineer' within the Capital Maintenance Project Team.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Collaborate with operations teams and contractors to scope, define and cost solutions that are cost-effective and have minimal risk.
• Oversee health and safety policy on projects, undertake monthly audits.
• Oversee construction in line with in-house policies and procedures; ensure compliance with CDM regulations.
• Work with delivery partners and contractors to ensure schemes are delivered on time.
• Maintain compliance with Asset Standards, relevant British and International Standards, and professional codes of conduct.
• Provide financial forecasting for live projects and report on value of work done (VOWD).
• Draft, vet and approve pre-construction information, project programs, RAMS, and CPPs.
• Oversee commissioning, training and handover of completed projects to 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: Maple Lodge site, covering West London sites; travel to multiple sites as required. Must have a full driving licence and access to vehicle insured for work travel. Car allowance provided.
• Working hours: Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week.

Qualifications and experience

• Preferably a background in Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Engineering; formal qualifications strongly encouraged (e.g., BTEC/HND in relevant discipline or equivalent experience).
• Knowledge of Clean Water Processing and/or Wastewater treatment.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders simultaneously (internal colleagues, site employees and external contractors).
• Self-motivated, able to work with minimal supervision and use initiative to deliver high-quality work.
• Understanding of Health and Safety standards with reference to construction works; additional training provided.
• Experience in Construction or Engineering Project Management.

Benefits and additional information

• 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 is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your well-being.
• Disclaimer: vacancy closing may occur earlier than advertised.