Project Civils Engineer - Edinburgh Trams

Bilfinger UK; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Bilfinger UK in Edinburgh is seeking a motivated Project Engineer with a strong rail project management background to join our team, working across the city centre.

You will plan and execute projects, manage resources and subcontractors, ensure on-time delivery and governance compliance, and liaise with clients to align objectives and expectations.

Qualifications

• Timeliness of project delivery.
• Budget adherence.
• Quality of work and safety compliance.
• Client satisfaction scores.
• Subcontractor performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and execute engineering projects efficiently and effectively.
• Manage resourcing and develop project timelines to ensure on-time delivery.
• Oversee and manage subcontractors, ensuring delivery according to set standards.
• Conduct performance reviews and monitor progress against KPIs.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, governance, and health and safety standards.
• Liaison with clients and stakeholders to ensure alignment on project objectives and expectations.

Job description

Bilfinger is an international industrial services provider with a vision to be the No. 1 for its customers in enhancing efficiency and sustainability within the process industry. Bilfinger’s comprehensive portfolio spans the entire value chain, from consulting & engineering to prefabrication & installation, access & insulation, and services that improve the asset performance of industrial plants.

The company operates in three geography-based segments: Western Europe, Central Europe, and International, with primary activities in Europe, North America, and the Middle East. Its process industry customers come from markets such as chemicals & petrochemicals, energy, oil & gas, and pharma & biopharma. With about 31,000 employees, Bilfinger upholds the highest standards of safety and quality, generating revenue of €5.4 billion in the financial year 2025. To achieve its goals, Bilfinger has identified two strategic levers: Operational Excellence to continuously improve its own efficiency and performance, and Market Expansion to strengthen customer orientation and establish Bilfinger as the partner of choice.

Bilfinger UK are seeking a motivated and experienced Project Engineer to join our team in Edinburgh, working throughout the city centre. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management within the light and heavy rail industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and execute engineering projects efficiently and effectively.
• Manage resourcing and develop project timelines to ensure on-time delivery.
• Oversee and manage subcontractors, ensuring delivery according to set standards.
• Conduct performance reviews and monitor progress against KPIs.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, governance, and health and safety standards.
• Liaison with clients and stakeholders to ensure alignment on project objectives and expectations.

Qualifications and Experience

• Timeliness of project delivery
• Budget adherence
• Quality of work and safety compliance
• Client satisfaction scores
• Subcontractor performance metrics

Knowledge and Qualifications

• Relevant engineering degree or equivalent experience
• Previous experience in project engineering, particularly in light or heavy rail would be advantageous
• Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills

If you have any questions please contact Carla Yvonne Bowman ([e-mail]).

Bilfinger is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or other characteristics protected by law.