Hands-On Project Engineer & Delivery Lead, Client-Facing

Escape; Dumfries; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% annual bonus

Permanent position

Job summary

Escape in Dumfries is seeking a technically capable Project Manager / Project Engineer to own engineering projects from planning through to delivery on site. You will manage installations, supervise teams and subcontractors, liaise with customers, and ensure safety, quality and profitability.

A SMSTS is essential; NEC3 knowledge preferred; driving licence required; travel to sites across the UK. The role offers a challenging mix of project management, engineering and client liaison with

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing engineering or industrial projects.
• Experience with mechanical installation, commissioning and/or maintenance.
• SMSTS qualification is essential.
• Knowledge of NEC3 contracts.
• Strong planning, cost control and risk management skills.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to customer sites.

Responsibilities

• Managing projects from initial scope through to completion and handover.
• Planning and coordinating installation, refurbishment and repair projects.
• Managing engineering teams and subcontractors.
• Conducting site visits, surveys and inspections.
• Preparing project estimates, quotations and technical solutions.
• Monitoring project costs, budgets and profitability.
• Producing project documentation, reports and GANTT charts.
• Managing customer relationships and acting as a key point of contact.
• Identifying and managing project risks.
• Ensuring all work complies with health & safety and quality requirements.
• Providing technical guidance to engineering teams.
• Supporting business development through a consultative approach.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Customer engagement

Cost control

Job description

Escape in Dumfries is seeking a technically capable Project Manager / Project Engineer to own engineering projects from planning through to delivery on site. You will manage installations, supervise teams and subcontractors, liaise with customers, and ensure safety, quality and profitability.

A SMSTS is essential; NEC3 knowledge preferred; driving licence required; travel to sites across the UK. The role offers a challenging mix of project management, engineering and client liaison with