Project Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Horley; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier recruitment platform is seeking a Project Engineer (Design Management) at Gatwick Airport. In this role, you will lead design for multi-million-pound projects and ensure sustainability in design solutions. Ideal candidates have a degree in engineering or significant experience, with skills in problem-solving and innovation. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

5% Welcome Bonus

Performance-based bonus scheme

Healthcare scheme

Professional training and development

Discounted travel

Volunteer days

High street shopping and restaurant discounts

Qualifications

• Significant relevant experience in engineering.
• Knowledge of technical and regulatory requirements.
• Desirable experience in sustainable design schemes.

Responsibilities

• Develop project scope and deliver effective design management.
• Create design briefs for external consultants.
• Seek sustainable design solutions and manage design contracts.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Flexibility

Innovative outlook

Education

University degree in an engineering discipline

Job description

Job Description

Circa £60,000 + 5% Welcome Bonus + £1000 Flex Allowance + up to 15% Bonus + BenefitsConstructionPermanentHybridGatwick

London Gatwick is more than just a workplace. We are a community of innovators, problem solvers, and achievers, united by our passion for pushing boundaries and overcoming challenges. If you're looking for a career that combines the thrill of the full project life cycle, a commitment to work-life balance, and sustainability, then look no further.

At Gatwick, no two projects are the same; the only constant is the location. We have a variety of diverse projects to keep you challenged, all on one site. Due to continued growth, we have many complex and interesting projects on the horizon. As a Project Engineer (Design Management) in the Major Projects Programme, you will play a key role in ground-breaking projects that will shape the future of London Gatwick. Your ideas and contributions will have a lasting impact on our organisation and passengers. Your role is pivotal in leading the design of large, strategically important projects for Gatwick Airport, with typical budgets over £100m, ensuring that design meets project requirements while delivering value for money.

This role involves involvement in every stage of the project process, including ensuring all projects are installed in line with approved designs.

The Role:

Reporting to the Design Manager, you will be a key part of the Construction team, responsible for ensuring design meets needs across varied multi-million-pound projects, including working within defined sub-programmes on complex projects. Other duties include:

1. Developing project scope to meet business needs and delivering effective design management on individual projects.
2. Creating the design brief for external design consultants, ensuring proper management of design contracts throughout the process.
3. Seeking sustainable design solutions to meet project requirements, including energy-efficient design, materials selection, waste reduction, and transportation optimisation to reduce carbon emissions.
4. Collaborating with multiple stakeholders to support successful project delivery.
5. Seeking cost-effective design solutions and managing external design consultants.
6. Providing technical input on design changes throughout the project lifecycle.
7. Discharging duties of Principal Designer under CDM Regulations 2015, with support from the CDM Advisor.

What We Are Looking For:

The environment at Gatwick requires flexibility, problem-solving skills, and an innovative outlook. You will work alongside multiple stakeholders from inception to completion. The role requires:

• A university degree in an engineering discipline or significant relevant experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of technical and regulatory requirements related to your field.
• Desirable: experience in scoping and briefing, implementing British Standards and sustainable design schemes like BREEAM, understanding NEC contracts, and coordinating design teams and multidisciplinary resources.

Benefits:

Our employees enjoy a range of personal, health, and financial benefits, including:

• 5% Welcome Bonus
• Performance-based bonus scheme
• High street shopping and restaurant discounts
• Healthcare scheme
• Life and insurance benefits
• Professional training and development
• Discounted travel
• Volunteer days

Work at Gatwick:

At Gatwick, our people are our greatest asset. We want everyone to thrive and feel included. We are committed to creating a place where everyone belongs and has a voice. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application process, please contact us directly. Click apply to start your career with London Gatwick.