Project Engineer

Pertemps Thames Water; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK water utility company is seeking a Project Engineer to join their Capital Delivery team. This role involves coordinating the development of project briefs, understanding project risks, and providing technical assurance throughout project phases. Ideal candidates should have an engineering degree, strong communication skills, and a solid understanding of health and safety in construction. Offering a competitive salary between £45,000 and £55,000 with excellent benefits, this position supports hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Performance-related pay plan

Health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Engineering background with operational or delivery experience.
• Work experience within CDM is a plus.
• Ability to coordinate project briefs and understand project risks.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the development of project briefs.
• Prepare technical reviews during project phases.
• Provide technical assurance during delivery and handover.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Good communication skills

Understanding of Health and Safety

Education

Engineering HNC or HND / Degree

Tools

Company IT systems

Office software

Job description

Project Engineer – Shape the Future of Wastewater Treatment!

At Thames Water, we’re not just delivering water – we’re delivering the future. As part of our Capital Delivery team, you’ll help ensure our infrastructure projects are designed and delivered to the highest standards, working alongside top-tier contractors and consultants to bring essential projects to life. You don’t need years of experience to succeed here; if you have technical knowledge, problem‑solving skills, and a passion for infrastructure, we’ll provide the training and support to help you grow. This is a fantastic opportunity for those with backgrounds in engineering, construction, utilities, or project coordination who want to step up and make a real impact.

What you’ll be doing as an Engineer

• Coordinate the development of Project Briefs from the Needs defined by Asset Management.
• Understand project risks and coordinate mitigation activities. A collection of documents and information informing contractor pricing and risk provision.
• Prepare and support technical reviews through the Definition, De-Risking, and Detail Design phases of projects.
• Provide Technical assurance during the delivery, commissioning, and handover of Assets.
• Carry out Technical Assurance checks and audits of Contractor activities and outputs through the Detail Design and Construction phases of projects.

This is a hybrid role, with a base location of Hampton Coal Wharf.

You will be expected to be in the office and on‑site 2‑3 days a week on a 36‑hour week.

Ideally, we would like the successful candidate to drive, but please apply if this is not the case, as your application will still be considered.

What you should bring to the role of Project Engineer

• Engineering HNC or HND / Degree with an operational or delivery background.
• Work experience within CDM, either part of a placement or previous employment.
• Good communication skills.
• Understanding of Health and Safety in the Construction Industry.
• Fully proficient at using the appropriate Company IT systems and Office software.

What’s in it for you?

• Offering between £45,000 and £55,000 per annum, depending on the skills and experience of the successful candidate.
• Annual Leave: 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays).
• Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
• Access to many benefits to help you take care of your and your family’s health, wellbeing, and finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we’re here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

Disclaimer

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.