Project Engineer

Advanced Resource Managers Ltd; Stansted Mountfitchet; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy is looking for a Project Engineer to support a major aviation infrastructure programme in Stansted. The ideal candidate will have experience in fit-out projects, strong design coordination skills, and effective stakeholder management. The role involves managing design processes and overseeing construction activities in a live airport environment. This position is on a PAYE contract for 12 months, requiring on-site work at Stansted Airport up to three days a week.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering fit-out projects, ideally within aviation or transport infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of design coordination and document control systems.
• Ability to manage and resolve technical design and construction queries.

Responsibilities

• Manage design coordination, including review of contractor drawings.
• Oversee on-site construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety and quality.
• Identify and manage defects and non-conformances.

Skills

Design coordination

Stakeholder management

Communication

Technical query resolution

Tools

Aconex

Job description

Project Engineer

PAYE Contract | Long-term Opportunity

ARM are currently recruiting two Project Engineers with a strong MEP and fit-out background to support a major aviation infrastructure programme in the South East. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a high-profile transformation project, working across both design and on-site delivery.

Key Details

• Role: Project Engineer (MEP / Fit Out)
• Engagement: PAYE contract
• Duration: 12 months (with potential extension)
• Location: Stansted Airport - up to 3 days per week on site
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Start Date: ASAP
• Pay Rate: Competitive PAYE rate (market aligned)
• Notice Period: 30 days
• Vetting: Airside clearance required (CTC - can begin during interview process)

Role Overview

You will support the delivery of fit-out and MEP-focused works across a live airport environment, contributing to both design coordination and construction activities. The role will suit someone comfortable working with multiple stakeholders and contractors while maintaining high safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage design coordination, including review of contractor drawings and technical queries
• Oversee on-site construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety and quality requirements
• Identify and manage defects and non-conformances (NCRs) through to close-out
• Review and approve contractor permits and site documentation
• Coordinate with Construction Managers to resolve delivery constraints
• Liaise with key stakeholders to ensure smooth execution of works
• Monitor progress against programme and validate reported activity
• Review RAMS, Construction Phase Plans, and CEMP documentation
• Provide technical input on construction methodologies
• Support the Project Manager with Early Warning Notices (EWNs) and Compensation Events (CEs)

Requirements

• Proven experience delivering fit-out projects, ideally within aviation or transport infrastructure
• Strong understanding of design coordination and document control systems (e.g. Aconex)
• Ability to manage and resolve technical design and construction queries
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Willingness to work on site at Stansted Airport up to three days per week

Desirable Experience

• Previous airport or airside project experience
• Civil engineering background, including groundworks and piling
• Experience with structural works, such as steel frames, bridges, or heavy lifting operations

For more information or to apply, please contact:

Ellie Pope
Recruitment Consultant

Disclaimer

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.