Project Engineer

Thames Water Utilities Limited; Isleworth, Greater London, Enfield, Borough of Spelthorne; On-site; GBP 56,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Project Engineer to manage a diverse portfolio of engineering projects. In this exciting role, you will oversee projects ranging from £40,000 to £400,000, ensuring innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency and value for customers. With a commitment to health and safety, you will collaborate with various stakeholders to deliver high-quality results. This role offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including a car allowance, generous holiday entitlement, and a contributory pension. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to building a better future for communities and the environment.

Benefits

Car allowance

26 days holiday per year

Contributory pension

Health and well-being benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Background in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering is essential.
• Experience in Project Management is desirable but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver Mechanical, Electrical, and ICA projects up to £400,000.
• Ensure health and safety standards are maintained across all projects.

Skills

Project Management

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Health and Safety Standards

Stakeholder Coordination

Self-motivation

Education

Formal Engineering Qualifications

Job description

Ashford Common - TW15 1RU, Beckton - IG11 0AD, Crossness - Abbey Wood, South East London - SE2 9AQ, Deephams - Enfield, North London - N9 0BA, Mogden - Isleworth - TW7 7LW

Job title: Project Engineer Ref: 39257 Division: Asset Operations & Capital Delivery Location: Ashford Common - TW15 1RU, Beckton - IG11 0AD, Crossness - Abbey Wood, South East London - SE2 9AQ, Deephams - Enfield, North London - N9 0BA, Mogden - Isleworth - TW7 7LW Contract type: Permanent Full/Part-time: Full-time Hours: 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday Salary: Up to £56,000 per annum depending on skills and experience, plus a car allowance of £4,500 per annum. Job grade: B Closing date: 31/01/2025

What you will be doing as a Project Engineer:

• Managing and delivering a portfolio of Mechanical, Electrical and ICA projects, with a typical value of £40,000 to £400,000 per project.
• Responsibility for up to 15 live projects at any one time, with further projects in the scoping and tendering phase.
• Developing innovative and modern solutions to operational problems, making our sites more efficient and delivering value for money for our customers.
• Working with our operations teams and contractors to scope, define and cost solutions that are both cost-effective and have minimal risk.
• Delivering our zero-compromise health and safety attitude to all contractors working on your project.

What you should bring to the role:

• A background in Engineering, such as Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Engineering.
• Formal qualifications within these sectors are strongly encouraged.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders simultaneously, including internal colleagues, site employees and external contractors.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision, be self-motivated and driven, and use your initiative to deliver high-quality work.
• Understanding of Health and Safety standards with particular reference to construction works including CDM.
• Experience in Project Management is desirable.
• Industry experience would be highly advantageous but not essential.

What’s in it for you?

• Salary up to £56,000 per annum depending on skills and experience.
• Car allowance of £4,500 per annum.
• 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays).
• Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.
• Access to benefits to help with health and well-being, and finances – from health MOTs and physiotherapy to Cycle to Work schemes 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. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people and the planet to thrive. Thames Water is a diverse place to work, where you can make a difference every day. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

Our commitment to diversity:

Our aim is to ensure that Thames Water is a great, diverse and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process.

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