Project Engineer

Kier Group plc.; Chichester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK construction firm is seeking a MEICA Project Manager to work within the Southern Water Framework. This role involves planning, executing, and delivering projects related to MEICA systems in the Water Industry. Responsibilities include technical support, managing suppliers, and ensuring project documentation. Candidates should have NEC contract experience, valid ECS/CSCS Card, and SMSTS Certification. This position offers an inclusive work environment and opportunities for personal growth.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding and experience of NEC contracts.
• Must hold a valid ECS/CSCS Card and SMSTS Certification.
• Must have a Full Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to the design and commercial teams.
• Develop and implement pre-construction process plans.
• Attend and contribute to project meetings.
• Oversee management of suppliers and subcontractors.
• Ensure project documentation for handover is in place.

Skills

Technical support to design and commercial teams

Pre-construction process plans development

Supplier and subcontractor management

Project documentation management

Understanding of NEC contracts

Health & Safety compliance

Job description

As a MEICA Project Manager you'll be working within the Southern Water Framework supporting them in planning, executing, and delivering projects related to MEICA systems in the Water Industry, from outline design through to commissioning and handover. Your day to day will include:

• Provide technical support to the design and commercial teams.
• Develop, implement, and monitor pre-construction process plans.
• Attend and contribute to start-up, design, and weekly site meetings.
• Oversee the management and performance of suppliers and subcontractors.
• Ensure all project documentation is in place for successful handover and sign-off.
• Manage scope changes in line with contract requirements, including early warnings and compensation events.
• Compile and deliver accurate O&M manuals and Health & Safety files, using internal or outsourced resources. Have a strong understanding and experience of NEC contracts.
• Hold a valid ECS/CSCS Card and SMSTS Certification.
• Hold a Full Driving Licence.

Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here.

As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.