Project Engineer

Vannin Solutions; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term contract

Permanent basis

21 days holiday + bank holidays

Company pension

Company sick pay

45 hours per week

Discretionary annual bonus

Promotion from within

Training and career development

Job summary

Vannin Solutions is seeking a skilled Project Engineer to join a team delivering lineside Civils and Telecoms for a UK rail project in Nuneaton. You will implement Network Rail procedures and oversee design, construction, commissioning and testing to ensure safety, quality and environmental standards.

The role offers either a long-term contract or a permanent position, with 45-hour weeks, 21 days holiday plus bank holidays, a company pension and sick pay.

Qualifications

• Experience in lineside civils with telecoms installation is valued.
• Minimum four years in UK rail, at least two years as Project Engineer.
• HNC/HND or GNVQ equivalent qualification; professional body membership desirable.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead implementation of Network Rail procedures across design, construction and commissioning.
• Engineer projects to Network Rail standards and specifications.
• Apply risk assessment techniques, including HAZOP, for project management and environment.
• Provide project management advice and supervise construction on site.
• Collaborate with clients to review design and construction activities.
• Coordinate on-site quality inspections and oversight of ITPs.

Skills

Lineside civils

Telecoms installation

Project management

Site supervision

Education

HNC/HND or GNVQ level

Job description

We are on the lookout for a skilled and enthusiastic Project Engineer to join the team of our client, an established company with works in rail, specialising in M&E, Civils and S&T. As a Project Engineer, you will be delivering lineside Civils and Telecoms from our clients team stationed in Nuneaton. Available on a long term contract or a permanent basis, this role is working on a long-term project and primed for professionals seeking stability and growth in their careers.

Requirements and Responsibilities as a Project Engineer:

• Spearhead the implementation of Network Rail procedures and systems, ensuring they uphold our clients commitment to cost-effectiveness, quality, safety, and environmental responsibility throughout design, construction, commissioning, and technical activities.
• Engineer projects to the exacting standards and specifications set forth by Network Rail.
• Apply advanced risk assessment techniques, including HAZOP analysis, to meticulously manage allocated projects while addressing environmental aspects.
• Provide expert project management advice and site supervision of construction activities.
• Collaborate closely with clients to conduct comprehensive reviews of design and/or construction activities.
• Co-ordinate on-site Quality Inspections to ensure adherence to standards.
• Take charge of all aspects of Inspection & Test plans, ensuring seamless delivery and attention to detail.

Essential Experience Requirements as a Project Engineer:

• Experience in lineside civils, with additional telecoms installation experience considered a valuable asset.
• Proven track record with at least 4 years' experience in the UK rail sector and at least 2 years as a Project Engineer working within the UK
• Technical qualifications equivalent to HNC/HND or GNVQ level.
• Membership in a relevant professional body (desirable)
• Previous experience in project safety management (desirable)
• Self-organisation and prioritisation skills and an ability to thrive under pressure

The position offers:

• Long term contract, or a permanent basis
• 21 days holiday plus bank holidays (accruing with service) (perm only)
• Company pension (perm only)
• Company sick pay (perm only)
• Hours of work are 45 hours per week
• Discretionary annual company bonus (perm only)
• A culture of promotion from within
• Additional training and career development is encouraged