Mechanical Project Engineer

VolkerWessels

Saffron Walden

On-site

GBP 50,000 - 75,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

VolkerWessels UK is seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Engineer to support major Anglian Water projects. You will manage mechanical packages from design through installation, coordinating with the Mechanical Lead to ensure safe, on-time, within-budget delivery.

The role requires a strong background in mechanical installation, subcontractor management and site supervision, with a focus on quality and compliance.

Qualifications

Engineering qualification (BEng, HNC, HND or equivalent) is required.
Experience delivering electrical works in utilities or water sectors is highly desirable.
Experience in subcontractor and package management is essential.
Mechanical equipment installation and inspection experience is needed.
Site supervision experience is required.
Strong planning, organisational and communication skills are essential.
CSCS card holder is required; SMSTS is desirable.

Responsibilities

Manage mechanical procurement packages from specification through to installation, commissioning and handover.
Produce scopes of work and manage subcontractors and suppliers to ensure project delivery.
Oversee equipment selection (pumps, valves, penstocks, lifting equipment) and mechanical systems.
Monitor costs, programme performance and project risks to achieve targets.
Coordinate mechanical and electrical interfaces across the project team.
Carry out site surveys, FATs, SATs and witness testing to ensure quality and compliance.
Review and approve subcontractor designs, technical submissions and installation docs.
Manage defects, maintenance and project close-out during defects liability period.
Support planning, reporting and change management activities.
Ensure health, safety, environmental and quality compliance throughout delivery.
Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
Support commissioning, testing and handover activities to ensure successful project completion.

Skills

Engineering qualification

Subcontractor management

Package management

Mechanical installation

Site supervision

Planning & organisation

CSCS card holder

SMSTS (Desirable)

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Manage mechanical procurement packages from specification through to installation, commissioning and handover.
Produce scopes of work and manage subcontractors and suppliers to ensure successful project delivery.
Oversee equipment selection, including pumps, valves, penstocks, lifting equipment and associated mechanical systems.
Monitor package costs, programme performance and project risks, ensuring targets are achieved.
Coordinate mechanical and electrical interfaces across the project team.
Carry out site surveys, inspections, FATs, SATs and witness testing to ensure quality and compliance.
Review and approve subcontractor designs, technical submissions and installation documentation.
Manage defects, maintenance activities and project close-out during the defects liability period.
Support planning, reporting and change management activities.
Ensure the highest standards of health, safety, environmental and quality compliance are maintained throughout project delivery.
Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
Support commissioning, testing and handover activities to ensure successful project completion.
You will manage mechanical procurement packages throughout the full project lifecycle, from design and procurement through to installation.

About you

Engineering qualification (BEng, HNC, HND or equivalent).
Previous experience delivering electrical works within an utilities or water industry environment highly desirable.
Experience in subcontractor and package management.
Mechanical equipment installation and inspection experience.
Site supervision experience.
Strong planning, organisational and communication skills.
CSCS card holder.
SMSTS (Desirable)

If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still, training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Employee Assistance Flexible working opportunities programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/9 Virtual GP service.

Fairness, inclusion, and respect

We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.

About us

Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service.

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Project Engineer to join our growing team supporting the delivery of major projects in the Anglian Water region. As a Mechanical Project Engineer, working closely with the Mechanical Lead, you will be responsible for the delivery and technical governance of mechanical packages, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on time and within budget. You will manage mechanical procurement packages throughout the full project lifecycle, from design and procurement through to installation.

Why work with us?

VolkerStevin is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerStevin are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.

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