Lead Project Engineer

DCS Recruitment; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Lead Project Engineer to oversee complex engineering projects in Sheffield. This key role involves leading a multidisciplinary team through all project phases, from feasibility studies to commissioning. You will ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget while adhering to the highest safety standards. With a competitive salary, car allowance, and a focus on career development, this opportunity offers the chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and lead high-impact projects, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Car Allowance

10% Bonus

25 Days Annual Leave

Health and Wellbeing Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Flexible Leave Options

Inclusion-Focused Culture

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in engineering projects, preferably in contracting.
• Strong knowledge of project engineering and cost management.

Responsibilities

• Lead site activities and contractor management for capital projects.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and project standards.

Skills

Project Engineering

Contractor Management

Cost Management

Safety Standards Compliance

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Chemical Engineering

Degree in Process Engineering

Tools

Project Management Software

Job description

Lead Project Engineer
Sheffield (with hybrid/flexible working options)
Salary up to £70,000 + Car Allowance + 10% Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Are you an experienced Project Engineer with a passion for delivering complex engineering projects from concept to commissioning? We’re currently recruiting on behalf of a major industrial services organisation for a Lead Project Engineer to join their established engineering function in Sheffield.

This is a key role in the successful delivery of capital projects valued between £100k and £3M across the UK & Ireland. You’ll work alongside a multidisciplinary team and play a hands-on part in everything from feasibility studies to construction oversight and commissioning. If you’re ready to step into a leadership position on high-impact projects, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting Senior Project Managers and a multi-disciplinary engineering team on capital engineering projects
• Taking ownership of project programmes and ensuring delivery on time, to budget, and to the highest safety standards
• Leading site activities including contractor management, permit to work, plant installations, pressure testing, and commissioning
• Managing and ensuring compliance with SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality) regulations and company policies
• Preparing cost estimates, feasibility studies and contributing to benefit realisation
• Liaising with internal stakeholders across business units to ensure project alignment

What We’re Looking For

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical, Chemical or Process Engineering
• Around 10 years of relevant industry experience (post-graduate or equivalent) in either a contracting or operating environment
• Proven track record of delivering engineering projects to time, budget, and safety standards
• Strong knowledge of project engineering, sub-contracting, cost management, and proposals
• Membership of IMechE, IChemE, APM, IET or equivalent – Chartership preferred
• Desirable: APM PMQ qualification, IOSH or NEBOSH certificate (support can be provided)
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to lead, engage and influence at all levels

What’s In It For You

• Competitive Salary – Up to £70,000 DOE
• Car or Car Allowance + 10% Company Bonus
• 25 days annual leave + flexible leave options
• Recognition and reward platform
• Health and wellbeing benefits
• Extensive learning and development opportunities – grow your career within a global organisation
• Hybrid working available
• Inclusion-focused culture that celebrates diversity and encourages everyone to be their full, authentic selves

About the Company

Our client is a market leader in the supply of industrial and medical gases, with a presence across the UK and Ireland. Their solutions play a vital role across a wide range of sectors – from healthcare to environmental sustainability. Their values – Safety, Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion and Community – are at the core of everything they do.

As part of a global organisation, they provide unrivalled career growth and development opportunities.

Interested?

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and encourage those from underrepresented communities to apply. Not sure you tick every box? That’s okay – we’re more interested in the value you bring and your potential.

Apply now and let’s explore where this opportunity could take you.