Project Engineer

Advance Training & Recruitment Services; England; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK water sector seeks a Project Engineer to oversee mechanical, electrical, and ICA projects across Thames Water locations. Candidates will manage a portfolio of projects, focusing on delivery and innovative solutions. A strong engineering background and project management skills are essential for success in this hands-on role.

Qualifications

• Background in mechanical, electrical, or civil engineering is encouraged.
• Experience in project management and in the water/utilities sector is preferred.
• Strong understanding of health and safety protocols, especially CDM regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver a live portfolio of MEICA projects valued between £40,000 and £400,000.
• Oversee cradle-to-grave project delivery from scoping to commissioning.
• Lead on-site safety and compliance to uphold health and safety standards.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Coordination

Health and Safety

Engineering Background

Education

Formal Engineering Qualifications

Job description

Job Role: Project Engineer
Location: Thames Water Framework
Salary: £47,000 – £56,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits Package

About the Role:
Our client, a major player in the UK water sector, is seeking Project Engineers to oversee the full life cycle of mechanical, electrical, and ICA (MEICA) projects across several Thames Water locations. This is a hands-on, delivery-focused role managing a live portfolio of projects ranging from planned to reactive maintenance schemes. Reporting to the Engineering PMs within the delivery organisation, you’ll take full ownership of engineering projects from scope to handover, playing a critical role in ensuring efficiency, innovation, and safety across all sites.

Key Responsibilities:
* Manage and deliver a live portfolio of MEICA projects, typically valued between £40,000 and £400,000 per scheme.
* Oversee cradle-to-grave project delivery: from scoping and tendering to procurement, site set-up, contractor management, and commissioning.
* Managing up to 15 active projects.
* Develop innovative, modern solutions to operational challenges-enhancing efficiency and delivering measurable value.
* Lead on-site safety, inductions, and compliance-upholding a zero-compromise approach to health and safety.
* Collaborate closely with operational teams, contractors, and site managers (including Controllers of Premises) to ensure optimal outcomes.

What Our Client is Looking For:
* A background in engineering-mechanical, electrical, or civil-with formal qualifications encouraged.
* Ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders across internal teams and external partners.
* Self-motivated, highly organised, and able to manage projects independently with minimal supervision.
* Solid understanding of health and safety protocols, including Construction Design and Management (CDM) regulations.
* Project management experience is desirable.
* Prior experience in the water or utilities sector.

Reach out to Charlie Knight @ Advance TRS to find out more about this exciting opportunity and take your engineering career to the next level.

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.