Project Engineer

GKN Aerospace; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Facilities Engineer to manage and deliver projects related to new building facilities in Bristol. This role is pivotal in ensuring operational excellence and contributing to sustainable aviation solutions. You'll collaborate with stakeholders, oversee project specifications, and ensure compliance with regulations. Join a dynamic work environment that values innovation and supports your career growth through learning opportunities. If you're passionate about making a difference in the aerospace sector, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Industry-leading pension scheme

Life assurance (8x salary)

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible working hours

Income protection

Shopping discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Virtual GP services for you and family

Qualifications

• Strong background in Mechanical & Electrical equipment installation projects.
• Proactive, organized, and commercially focused with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver medium to large projects safely and within budget.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to achieve project objectives and value.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and track project budgets.

Skills

Project management experience in manufacturing

Knowledge of CDM regulations

Understanding of electrical & mechanical systems/services

Excellent planning and risk mitigation skills

Commercial and contractual awareness

Understanding of building and facilities infrastructure

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Electrical or mechanical HNC/HND or equivalent

IOSH or NEBOSH certification

Job description

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity set the standards in our industry, we're inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We're proud to play a part in protecting the world's democracies. And we're committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries, we serve over 90% of the world's aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job Summary

A Truly Global Business

Every day, around the world, we help aircraft fly further, faster and greener. We're the world's leading tier one aerospace supplier of systems and components. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries, serving over 90% of the world's aircraft and engine manufacturers, with sales of £3.35bn. As "one GKN," we're moving our industry forward by developing technologies that rapidly decarbonise aircraft and innovating to build a new generation of planes that produce zero emissions. We're committed to becoming a net zero greenhouse gas emissions business before 2050.

Making a Difference

It's rewarding to know you're contributing to the future of aviation! Whatever your role, you'll help us deliver operational excellence to our customers.

At our GKN Filton site, we specialize in designing and manufacturing large, complex structural wing assemblies, detailed metallic components, and wing systems for civil and military aircraft. We have an exciting, career-defining opportunity for a Facilities Engineer.

The successful candidate will manage and deliver projects related to new building facilities, services, and equipment at our Filton & Western Approach Sites in Bristol. You should have a strong background in Mechanical & Electrical equipment installation projects, with a good understanding of civil works.

How You'll Contribute

• Manage and deliver medium to large projects safely and within budget
• Collaborate with stakeholders to achieve project objectives and value
• Prepare estimates and quotations
• Manage tender analysis and contractor relationships
• Ensure regulatory compliance (RAMS, PTW, etc.)
• Track and manage project budgets
• Oversee project specifications, tendering, contractor control, and acceptance
• Maintain proactive stakeholder communication
• Compile final project documentation and 'As Built' drawings
• Ensure projects adhere to company policies and procedures

What You'll Bring

To succeed, you'll bring your passion, expertise, and talent along with the following:

Essential

• Project management experience in manufacturing
• Knowledge of CDM regulations
• Understanding of electrical & mechanical systems/services
• Excellent planning and risk mitigation skills
• Commercial and contractual awareness
• Understanding of building and facilities infrastructure
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Desirable

• Electrical or mechanical HNC/HND or equivalent
• IOSH or NEBOSH certification

The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, commercially focused, with excellent communication skills, self-motivated, and capable of working independently.

What We Offer

Once onboard, you'll enjoy:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Industry-leading pension scheme (company matches contributions up to 8%)
• Life assurance (8x salary)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Flexible working hours, including early finish on Fridays
• Income protection
• Shopping discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Virtual GP services for you and family
• A collaborative, dynamic work environment

We support your career growth through learning and development opportunities. Join us and see how far your career can go!

Why Join Us

A great workplace is built on a great way of working. Everyone is welcome to apply. We value diversity, inclusion, and belonging, creating a culture where everyone can contribute. We were awarded 'The Best Workplace Culture Award' last year. We are committed to accessible recruitment processes and reasonable adjustments. Join us to be part of aerospace innovation, shaping the future with human dreams and endeavor.