Junior Project Engineer

Employment; Chorley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Junior Project Engineer to support the delivery of mechanical and electrical systems on busy construction sites. The ideal candidate will have a technical background, working closely with managers to ensure compliance and effective project delivery. This role is perfect for someone at the start of their engineering career, with a hands-on approach and keen problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Security Cleared (SC) required.
• CSCS card minimum of labourer.
• Driving licence and ability to travel to sites.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating mechanical and electrical system installations.
• Review design drawings and manage material requests.
• Ensure compliance with site safety standards.

Skills

Technical problem-solving

Understanding of site documentation

Education

Proven experience in relevant Engineering discipline

Job description

This is an excellent opportunity for a Junior Project Engineer to support the delivery of mechanical and electrical systems on a busy construction site. The role involves working closely with the construction manager, interpreting technical documents, coordinating with procurement and design teams, and ensuring site safety compliance.

Who this job would suit
This role would suit a technically-minded individual at the early stages of their engineering career who is comfortable working on construction sites. Ideal candidates will enjoy hands-on problem-solving, have a strong understanding of site documentation, and be eager to work collaboratively to ensure projects are delivered safely and on time.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the construction manager with the coordination of mechanical and electrical system installations between site and office.
• Review and interpret design drawings and bill of materials for installation and progress tracking.
• Liaise with procurement and internal teams to manage material requests and delivery notes.
• Produce weekly progress reports and support programme delivery through effective planning.
• Ensure compliance with site safety standards, including calibration and equipment register management.

Requirements

• Proven experience in relevant Engineering discipline (junior project engineer, junior site engineer, site installation engineer, etc).
• Security Cleared (SC)
• CSCS card - minimum of labourer card
• Driving licence - and ability to travel from sites
• Ability to pass D&A Checks

Location: Chorley / Reading (travel between office & site).
Contract
Pay: £40 per hour - LTD (subject to CEST test / IR35 determination)
Working Hours: Mon-Fri, full time.

Contact Details:
For inquiries or to apply, please contact Jacob on 0161 4166249 or [e-mail]