Project Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Derby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Project/Contracts Engineer to enhance their Delivery team in Derby. This role involves coordinating effective plant design and procurement strategies while ensuring project costs remain within budget. The successful candidate will engage with clients and subcontractors, monitor project progress, and contribute to risk management. With a hybrid working model, this position offers a dynamic environment for professional growth and development. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and collaboration in delivering high-quality projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in project delivery and contract management.
• Strong analytical skills for cost forecasting and evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate plant design and procurement strategies effectively.
• Ensure project costs do not exceed budgets and deadlines.
• Maintain good client relationships and monitor subcontract performance.

Skills

Project Management

Cost Control

Client Relationship Management

Contract Management

Procurement Strategy

Education

Degree in Engineering or related field

Project Management Certification

Job description

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We are looking to strengthen our Delivery team with a Project/Contracts Engineer based at our Derby office, with an initial focus on a batch of schemes in North Nottinghamshire. Hybrid working is available.

You will report directly to the Project Manager and assist the Project / Construction Manager in coordinating an effective and economic plant design and procurement strategy. Ensure information is issued in time to enable construction, commissioning, and putting into operation in line with the Contract Programme. Provide cost data for forecasts and evaluation of variations.

Key responsibilities will include:

1. Ensure project costs do not exceed tender/varied allowance.
2. Ensure all applications for payment are made on or before the due date.
3. Ensure contract reviews and monthly forecasts are completed and submitted on time.
4. Maintain good client relationships at all levels.
5. Assist with the Project Management strategy.
6. Establish and maintain the contract filing systems.
7. Assist in the production of the contract programme; monitor programme and produce progress reports.
8. Provide data for the timely production of O&M manuals.
9. Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers.
10. Liaise with site management on design and procurement issues.
11. Monitor subcontract performance.
12. Assist in the preparation of the construction completion and takeover documentation.
13. Ensure your own continuous professional development by participating in external networking, conferences, associations, or groups to stay current on industry changes and innovations.
14. Maintain a positive and solution-oriented approach to work, providing open and honest feedback.
15. Undertake such other duties, training, and/or hours of work as may be reasonably required and consistent with the role's responsibilities.
16. Present a professional and positive image of the department and MWH Treatment in all internal and external contacts, maintaining mutually constructive, positive, and beneficial relationships.
17. Take all reasonable steps to ensure appropriate confidentiality.
18. Work closely with design departments to ensure timely progress of quality solutions.
19. Evaluate innovative solutions and processes.
20. Contribute to risk and opportunity schedules on a monthly basis.
21. Ensure designs are developed that are safe to construct, commission, operate, and maintain.