Project Engineer

Rise Technical Recruitment; Dartford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist engineering firm in Dartford is seeking a Project Engineer to manage high-end projects for prestigious clients. You will oversee the full project lifecycle from tender to handover, working on technically challenging projects in various industries. The ideal candidate has a fabrication or engineering background, with project management experience and a full UK driving licence. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and career progression.

Benefits

EV Car

Pension

25 Days Holiday

Qualifications

• Experience in project-based roles within fabrication/industrial engineering.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to site occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Take the technical lead on bespoke industrial projects.
• Manage projects from initial tender through to final handover.
• Attend site meetings and liaise with clients.

Skills

Project management

Technical leadership

Client liaison

Job description

Project Engineer
£45,000 - £50,000 + EV Car + Pension + 25 Days Holiday

Dartford (Commutable from Crayford, Bexleyheath, Bromley, Orpington, Sidcup, South East London)

Are you a Project Engineer / Manager from a Fabrication OR Engineering background, looking to lead high-end projects for prestigious blue-chip clients?

This is a rare opportunity to join a specialist engineering business that consistently works large-scale fabrication projects across various industrial sectors. You will take full responsibility from initial tender through to final handover, leading projects that have a genuine impact on national infrastructure.

You will be joining a company with advanced fabrication, machining, and assembly facilities, as well as on-site installation teams. Their client base includes well-known organisations in rail, defence, and industrial engineering, offering the chance to manage projects that are both technically challenging and highly rewarding.

This role offers an excellent platform for a driven Project Manager to gain autonomy, career progression, and exposure to flagship projects while working alongside a professional, highly skilled team.

The Role

• Take the technical lead on bespoke industrial projects
• Full lifecycle from cradle to grave
• Attend site meetings and liaise with clients

The Candidate

• Project based experience within fabrication / industrial engineering
• Located in or commutable to Dartford
• Full UK driving licence and willing to travel to site occasionally

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates