Project Engineer

Advance TRS; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major UK infrastructure provider is seeking a Project Engineer/Senior Project Engineer in Bournemouth. This role involves supporting project management in a key water-sector project, ensuring quality and cost management. The ideal candidate will possess an engineering background, relevant qualifications, and knowledge of water treatment processes. The position offers a competitive salary and hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working arrangements

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Health insurance and private medical insurance

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of HNC in a technical discipline.
• Experience with NEC contracts is essential.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the Project Manager on various aspects of the project.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and ensure quality deliverables.
• Maintain project costs within approved allowances.

Skills

Engineering background

Knowledge of NEC contracts

Supply-chain expediting experience

Understanding of water/wastewater treatment processes

Strong CDM and Health & Safety awareness

Education

HNC in a relevant technical discipline

Tools

Project planning software

Risk management tools

Job description

Job Title

Project Engineer / Senior Project Engineer (Project Manager and Electrical Site Supervisor roles also available)

Salary

Project Engineer: £45,000-£60,000

Project Manager: £60,000-£75,000

Location

Bournemouth

Type

Permanent, hybrid

Contract opportunity also available for an Electrical Site Supervisor / AP

About the Role

Our client is strengthening its delivery team with a Project Engineer / Senior Project Engineer for a major water-sector project in Bournemouth.

You’ll support the Project Manager in coordinating plant design, procurement, construction information flow, commissioning planning, and cost forecasting.

The role requires a proactive, organised individual who thrives in a fast-moving infrastructure environment.

About the Client

Our client is a major integrated design-and-build provider operating across the UK water sector. They deliver large-scale projects nationwide through long-term frameworks and joint ventures.

They’re committed to professional development, diversity, mental wellbeing, and creating a culture where people genuinely matter.

Key Responsibilities

• Keep project costs within tender / approved allowances
• Submit all applications for payment on time
• Support contract reviews and monthly forecasts
• Maintain strong client relationships across all levels
• Assist in project management strategy and programme development
• Help maintain contract filing systems
• Monitor progress and generate programme reportsProvide information for O&M manual production
• Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors, and site management
• Track subcontractor performance
• Support construction completion and handover documentation
• Maintain ongoing CPD and represent the business professionally
• Protect confidentiality at all times
• Work closely with design teams to progress timely, quality solutions
• Contribute to risk and opportunity schedules
• Ensure designs support safe construction, operation, and maintenance
• Complete the capitalisation process

What Our Client is Looking For

Essential:

• Engineering background
• HNC (minimum) in a relevant technical discipline
• Working knowledge of NEC contracts
• Supply‑chain expediting experience
• Understanding of water / wastewater treatment processes
• Strong CDM and Health & Safety awareness

Desirable:

• Relevant professional qualification
• Collaborative working style

Technical Competencies (Skilled)

• Contract management
• Governance
• Budgeting
• Risk / opportunity management
• Project planning
• Digital delivery
• Procurement
• Design development
• Stakeholder management
• Resource management
• Change control
• Quality management

Behavioural Competencies (Skilled)

• Communication
• Collaboration
• Client focus
• Results orientation
• Integrity
• Coaching
• Leadership

What Our Client Offers

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working (role-dependent)
• Car or car allowance (role-dependent)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy 5 extra)
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Health insurance & private medical insurance
• Additional perks: cycle‑to‑work scheme, discounts hub, Kids Pass, and more

Eligibility

You must have the legal right to work in the UK.

Opportunity for Growth

This role offers clear progression within a major UK infrastructure provider, with access to professional development, industry networks, and long‑term career pathways across engineering, project management, and leadership.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.