Project Engineer

ISS Facility Services; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in London is seeking a motivated Project Engineer to join their team. This role involves assisting in engineering project delivery, maintaining documentation, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Ideal candidates should have at least an NVQ Level 3 in an engineering discipline, along with experience in facilities management. Join a workplace focused on inclusivity and growth.

Qualifications

• Educated to at least NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in an engineering discipline (electrical or mechanical).
• Demonstrable experience in project delivery within a facilities management or engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of health & safety compliance and safe systems of work.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery and coordination of projects.
• Maintain and manage project documentation and permits.
• Monitor and enforce health, safety, and environmental compliance.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Flexible work approach

Proactive attitude

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in engineering discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Permits to work systems

Job description

Overview

Project Engineer

Contract: Banking

Location: London, EC2M 4AA

Hours of work: 40 (4 on, 4 off days/nights)

Contract Type: Permanent

We are seeking a motivated and technically skilled Project Engineer to join our team at 250 Bishopsgate, London. In this role, you will play a key part in the implementation and delivery of engineering projects, ensuring all works are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

You will assist in all stages of project delivery - from planning, documentation, and installation through to handover and warranty management. This involves collaborating closely with the Technical Project Manager, on-site engineers, and the wider operational team to ensure seamless execution and compliance across all activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery and coordination of projects, ensuring smooth and compliant implementation.
• Maintain and manage project documentation, permits, and safe systems of work (SSOW).
• Support the Technical Project Manager in planning, risk management, and reporting.
• Liaise closely with operational teams to coordinate project and BAU activities, avoiding conflicts.
• Oversee project handovers, warranty management, and technical documentation.
• Monitor and enforce health, safety, and environmental compliance across all works.
• Review and approve method statements and risk assessments for on-site activities.
• Support in managing project risks, opportunities, and change control processes.
• Maintain positive day-to-day client relationships, resolving operational issues promptly.
• Ensure all works are delivered to ISS, client, and industry standards for quality and performance.

Qualifications

• Educated to at least NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in an engineering discipline (electrical or mechanical).
• HV/LV trained or working toward qualification preferred.
• Demonstrable experience in project delivery within a facilities management or engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of health & safety compliance and safe systems of work.
• IT literate, with confident use of Microsoft Office, spreadsheets, and mobile applications.
• Experience using permits to work systems and managing site documentation.
• Familiarity with CDM regulations and statutory requirements within the construction sector.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal and coordination skills.
• Methodical, safety-conscious, and proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to work flexibly across shifts and support both projects and BAU operations.
• Confident in reviewing risk assessments, managing permits, and ensuring site compliance.
• Self-motivated with a commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
• Capable of hands-on technical support, including safe isolations and AP duties when required.

The Company

ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience.

Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it's hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people.

We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #ISSGreatPeople #ISSTalent #PeopleMakePlace

ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer.

ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background.

We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government's Disability Confident scheme.

Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.

If you have any further queries regarding this role, please contact the Resourcing Team