Junior Project Engineer – With Travel Availability

JR United Kingdom; Chester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Junior Project Engineer to join their team in Chester, requiring 100% mobility and a background in engineering. The role involves project management, close collaboration with teams, and travel opportunities. Candidates should possess an engineer degree and some experience, with strong skills in MS Office and AutoCAD.

Benefits

Access to specialized in-house training

Clear career path with growth opportunities

Positive work environment

Equal opportunity employer

International working environment

Qualifications

• 0 to 3 years of experience in similar positions.
• Valid driving license is required.
• Native English speaker, French is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Planning and managing a wide range of work packages and projects.
• Conducting project feasibility and preparing project phases.
• Managing project realization including construction, commissioning, and operational management.

Skills

Project Management

Construction Site Experience

MS Office

AutoCAD

Team Collaboration

Education

Engineer Degree/certificate in Civil Engineering

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Junior Project Engineer – With Travel Availability, Chester

Client: Group-IPS

Location: Chester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

Job Description:

Come join us in reshaping the future of Engineering and Architecture Projects.

Who are we?

IPS is an international company offering in-house Engineering and specialized services in Project Management for industries, Automation, and Architecture. With EPCM expertise and presence in over 10 countries, we maintain an entrepreneurial mindset focused on teamwork and innovation.

We are currently looking for a Junior Project Engineer to join our team in Warrington, UK, with open to frequent travel and long stays, without the need to relocate.

What is the role about?

As a Project Engineer at IPS, you will be responsible for planning and managing a wide range of work packages and/or complete projects, from small improvements to large-scale initiatives. Your role will involve close collaboration with the Project Team, applying IPS’s project management methodology, and utilizing advanced tools to support our clients in achieving their objectives.

Your responsibilities may cover multiple phases of project management:

• Project feasibility: Process description, plant layout, overall time schedule, procurement strategy, financial plan.
• Project preparation phase: Investment analysis, basic engineering, permitting, financing, and procurement.
• Project realization phase: Project management, detailed engineering, construction management, commissioning, and operational management.

Who are you?

• 100% mobility, open to frequent travel and long stays, including an on-site assignment for approximately one year, with the main office based in Warrington, UK.
• Engineer Degree/certificate, preferably in Civil Engineering.
• Interest or experience in Project Management or as a Project Engineer.
• 0 to 3 years of experience in similar positions.
• Strong construction site experience or interest.
• Knowledge of the realization phase of projects.
• Comfortable taking on many tasks requiring various skills, and appropriately prioritizing their completion.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• AutoCAD management skills.
• Languages: Native English. French is a plus.
• Valid driving license.
• Permanent contract (if applicable).
• Commitment to safety, prevention, and well-being.
• Access to specialized in-house training to help advance your career.
• Clear career path with opportunities to grow.
• Equal opportunity employer with no glass ceiling.
• Opportunity to work with top clients on innovative projects.
• International environment with teams in over 10 countries.
• Open office layout encouraging collaboration and outside-the-box thinking.
• Positive work environment with a focus on work, sport, and fun.

Being an IPSer:

Excellence, Innovation, and Sustainability are core to our projects. We value Equality, Diversity, Team Spirit, a Positive Work Environment, and Career Development. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or status.