Project Engineer

Kraft Recruitment; Clapham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Project Engineer in Clapham, UK, to oversee and deliver complex pump system projects. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in relevant engineering roles, specifically in water treatment or infrastructure projects under CDM 2015 regulations. The role requires managing multi-disciplinary teams, developing project plans, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. This position offers a competitive salary and a range of employee benefits.

Benefits

Salary up to £55K

Bonus Scheme

Buy Holiday Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Friday Half-Days

Life Assurance – 4× annual salary

Paternity Pay – 2 weeks full pay

Pension – Employee 5%, Employer 3%

Refer a Friend

Salary Sacrifice Schemes

Sick Pay

Training and Development

Qualifications

• At least 5 years in a Project Engineer or Project Manager role with relevant experience.
• Experience delivering projects under CDM 2015 regulations.
• Proven experience in managing construction projects in water or infrastructure sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams to deliver pump station infrastructure projects.
• Develop and manage project plans and documentation.
• Coordinate design, procurement, and installation activities.

Skills

Project management methodologies

Health and safety legislation knowledge

Engineering drawing interpretation

Team leadership

Excellent communication skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Job description

A new opportunity for an experienced Project Engineer is available with my client who are a leading manufacturer of pumps who deliver pump system / pump station projects for water treatment and waste water sites throughout the UK. Their ideal Project Manager will have previous knowledge of overseeing and delivering complex rotating equipment related system projects, engineering or construction projects within water, infrastructure, or mechanical sectors within CDM2015 regulations.

Project Engineer role

The successful Project Engineer will report to the General Manager and be responsible for delivering pump system projects within time and budget and CDM 2015 regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-disciplinary project teams to deliver pump station and pumping station infrastructure projects.
• Maintain required CDM documentation (Construction Phase Plans, Pre-Construction Information, Risk Assessments, Method Statements, Health and Safety Files, etc.).
• Develop and manage project plans.
• Coordinate design, procurement, manufacturing, and site installation activities.
• Conduct regular project reviews and site inspections to monitor progress and compliance.
• Support tendering processes.
• Support and develop the team through ongoing training and succession planning.
• Provide cost‑effective solutions to meet the demand at a profit.
• Ensure that machinery, equipment, tooling and the working environment is available and properly managed & maintained.
• Complete/manage site surveys.
• Drive continuous improvement.

Requirements

• 5+ years within a relevant Project Engineer or Project Manager role.
• Educated to degree level in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering or similar.
• Delivered projects within CDM 2015 regs.
• Proven experience managing engineering or construction projects within water, infrastructure, or mechanical sectors.
• Proven understanding of project management methodologies (PRINCE2, APM).
• Knowledge of health and safety legislations.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawing and specs.
• MS Project or equivalent software.
• Full UK driving license.

Package

• Salary up to £50 – £55K.
• Bonus Scheme
• Buy Holiday Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• EAP / Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Friday Half-Days
• Life Assurance – 4× annual salary
• Paternity Pay – 2 weeks full pay
• Pension – Employee 5%, Employer 3%
• Refer a Friend
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes
• Sick Pay
• Training and Development