Project Engineer

RSE; Titchfield; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted clean water technology company in Titchfield seeks a Project Engineer to oversee project delivery for the Southern Water framework. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Engineering, strong communication and time management skills, and experience in an engineering environment. The role includes managing projects from initial inquiry through to completion and ensuring compliance with quality standards. This position offers an industry-leading salary and various benefits.

Benefits

Private Healthcare

Holiday Allowance of 31 days

Company Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work

Discounted National Gym Membership

EV/Hybrid Car Lease Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven track record in an Engineering or Supervisory background.
• Ability to multitask and organize workloads.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project delivery from enquiry to final acceptance.
• Manage technical information and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Quality Systems.

Skills

Good communication skills

Time management

Knowledge of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering

Ability to work individually and in teams

Education

Degree / HND/ HNC in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering

Tools

Engineering tools and equipment

Job description

What Are We Looking For

Following continued success, RSE is looking for a Project Engineer with a keen interest in project delivery to join our Portsmouth office on a permanent basis. You will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of projects end-to-end for the Southern Water framework.

This position would ideally suit someone with the ambition to take on challenges and deliver results, with the support of an experienced team. You’ll be afforded the opportunity to be at the forefront of engaging with clients for our various frameworks, as well as benefit from access to an in-house design team to provide technical solutions in real-time.

Key Duties

• Project liaison from enquiry stage to final acceptance and documentation, meeting with Clients as required to discuss specific requirements and carry out site surveys as required.
• Instructing, directing, controlling and allocating work to Trade Operatives & Apprentices, with attention to quality, productivity and safety.
• Ensure all technical information is available when required for the delivery of design and/or construction.
• Interpret and check drawings, specifications and schedules for all activities, directing works accordingly & prepare final documentation (As Built Drawings etc.).
• Early Identification and resolution of non-conformance within both the design and construction phase.
• Manage the design of systems and products, ensuring alignment with design specifications and technical aspects.
• Completion of contract documents.
• Management of Project Quality deliverables and procedures ensuring compliance with Internal and Client Quality Systems.
• Input to Tender, design and construction programmes including progress updates and reporting.
• Subcontractor liaison, management including tender specification, quotation and H&S documentation review and appraisal.
• Preparation of Construction Phase Health and Safety Plans for projects with Principal Contractor responsibility under CDM.

What Do You Need?

• Qualification to degree / HND/ HNC in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Proven track record in a an Engineering or Supervisory background.
• Good time management, with the ability to multitask, plan and organise day to day workloads within a busy environment.
• Good communication skills in both verbal and written communication and ability to follow, interpret and explain technical instructions.
• Knowledge of the tools, equipment, and materials common to all engineering trades, particularly Mechanical and Electrical Engineering.
• Driven, with an ability to work individually and with teams under your direction.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Who Are We?

RSE is a trusted clean water technology company, developing market-leading products and solutions for purifying drinking water, recycling wastewater, and cleaning water in industrial processes. We are disrupting the water sector, delivering water treatment products, technologies, and services to clients across the UK. RSE provides offsite modular build solutions using a low‑carbon approach compared to traditional construction methods and our unique offering to the market focuses on innovation, efficiency, and excellence.

Established in 1982, RSE has grown into one of the most prominent MEICA engineering businesses in the UK water industry. We have created a complete in‑house and full‑service capability from project inception through to design, fabrication, and delivery by means of installation and commissioning. We additionally have one of the largest servicing and maintenance teams in the market, to ensure we’re on hand for all our clients’ needs.

Our service offering presents industry‑leading innovative solutions and our dedicated staff play a key role in delivering our sustainability and wider business goals. With over 2000 staff across our group of companies, our strategic ambition will see the business continue to grow as we expand our operations and diversify our products. One of RSE’s key focuses is driving servant leadership and giving our people the opportunity and responsibility to take an entrepreneurial approach in their career development.

What RSE Offers

• Industry‑leading salary based on your experience.
• A flexible career development path, with no restrictions on where your career can go.
• Private Healthcare (Personal).
• Holiday Allowance of 31 days per year, rising to 33 days per year after 2 years’ service.
• Holiday Buy / Sell Scheme.
• Company Pension Scheme.
• Cycle to Work.
• Discounted National Gym Membership.
• Professional Fees Paid.
• Employee Discount Platform.
• EV/Hybrid Car Lease Scheme.
• Access to our network of health professionals including mental health champions and Occupational Health Nurse.

In a flourishing sector where there are vast career opportunities available, we believe by leading transformation in the industry our offering to the market means our people have the space to thrive.

If you’re interested in a career with a company that will harness your skills and provide you with the support to create your own future within the water industry, apply now.