Project Engineer

Ganymede Solutions; Hilton CP; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor seeks a proactive Project Engineer to deliver impactful infrastructure projects, primarily in the energy sector. Responsibilities include managing project delivery, collaboration with site teams, and maintaining strong client relationships. Ideal candidates will have substantial civils experience and proven project management skills, particularly in substation and battery storage contexts.

Qualifications

• Experience in substation or battery storage projects preferred.
• Ability to manage projects from start to finish with minimal supervision.
• Experience with Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractors is valuable.

Responsibilities

• Manage site presence and collaborate with site teams for project delivery.
• Produce Method Statements and Risk Assessments.
• Oversee cost control and health and safety compliance.

Skills

Civils experience

Project delivery

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Problem-solving

Job description

The Opportunity

We re looking for a proactive and technically strong Project Engineer to join our client, a growing civil engineering and building contractor based in the Midlands.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in Substation builds or Battery energy storage systems (BESS) to take on a hands-on role in delivering impactful infrastructure projects across the UK.

The Company

A well-established, family-run civil engineering and building contractor that has grown steadily through long-term client partnerships. The company operates nationwide, primarily in the energy, transmission, and distribution sectors, delivering critical infrastructure with a focus on quality, safety, and sustainability.

The Role

As a Project Engineer, you ll play a vital role in the successful delivery of projects from planning to completion. This is a hybrid role with a balance of office-based duties and site visits, requiring strong self-management and a willingness to travel across the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage your own diary to ensure appropriate site presence during project delivery.

• Collaborate with site teams to ensure Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) are maintained and completed.

• Produce and maintain Method Statements and Risk Assessments, including updates throughout the project lifecycle.

• Oversee cost control, health and safety compliance, and design coordination.

• Liaise with sub-contractors, monitor financials, and ensure smooth execution.

• Represent the company on site, maintaining strong working relationships with clients, suppliers, and statutory bodies.

You ll bring:

• Strong civils experience, ideally on substation or battery storage projects.

• A background in project delivery, ideally within Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractors.

• Proven ability to manage projects from start to finish with minimal supervision.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

• A practical approach to problem-solving, risk management, and quality delivery.

How to Apply

If this sounds like the next step in your engineering career, we d love to hear from you!

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Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation