Project Engineer (230000CJ)

TN United Kingdom; Chichester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Project Engineer to join a leading principal contractor in the UK. This role involves proactive coordination of engineering packages for water and wastewater treatment projects, ensuring compliance with design and regulations. You will work closely with project management and construction teams to deliver high-quality solutions across multiple sites. The company offers stability, career growth, and a supportive team environment, alongside a range of benefits including generous holiday entitlement and corporate discounts. If you are passionate about engineering and looking to make a difference, this role is for you.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Corporate discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

Private medical options

Professional memberships

Qualifications

• Experience managing similar roles in engineering projects.
• Understanding of engineering principles and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate mechanical/electrical solutions for compliance.
• Manage execution of engineering work packages across projects.

Skills

Project Management

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

HNC in Engineering

Professional Accreditation

Tools

MS Office

Document Management Systems

Job description

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Note for Recruitment Agencies:
We prefer to hire directly and will contact our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release.

We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If sent, no fee will be applicable. Please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner.

What you will be doing:

An opportunity has arisen for a Project Engineer to join the team at Galliford Try.

You will work on our Southern Water Frameworks within our Environment Business, delivering schemes of varying sizes mainly to the Water Industry, across Treatment Waste and Water projects, involving Design and Build.

Ideally, you will be based in or around Hampshire / West Sussex and will have the opportunity to travel across multiple sites/projects in the region.

The role requires proactive coordination of electrical and mechanical engineering packages across water and wastewater treatment projects. You will ensure scope delivery aligns with design, working with project management, construction, procurement, and the supply chain to develop and manage MEICA packages within budget and schedule. Extensive liaison with the engineering team, including providing technical support during the pre-target cost phase, is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate mechanical/electrical technical solutions ensuring compliance with design and regulations.
• Identify, plan, and coordinate engineering interfaces between packages and with existing assets, advising Project Managers/Tranche Managers.
• Manage the execution of mechanical/electrical work packages, including procurement, design, construction, and commissioning phases.
• Provide technical assurance of supply chain engineering and coordinate with the engineering team.
• Liaise with project teams, procurement, QS’s, and designers to ensure timely delivery of work packages.
• Implement Quality, Safety, and Environmental policies and targets.
• Conduct safety inspections and promote safe working behaviors.
• Ensure effective technical interfaces between design, construction, commissioning teams, and the supply chain.
• Report on delivery performance and issues.
• Follow change control procedures and handle technical queries.
• Engage early with commissioning teams.
• Attend site meetings, quality reviews, and Factory Acceptance Tests.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities and lessons learned.
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors.

About You:

• Experience managing similar roles.
• Engineering/Technical qualification (HNC minimum or equivalent).
• Professional accreditation (advantageous).
• Understanding of engineering principles, legislation, standards.
• Knowledge of water/wastewater treatment or similar industries.
• Experience in design and installation stages.
• Commercial awareness and knowledge of NEC contracts.
• Understanding of CDM Health and Safety duties.
• CSCS or equivalent card.
• Proficient in MS Office and document management systems.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.

What We Can Offer in Return:

Join one of the UK’s leading principal contractors with an impressive order book, working on exciting projects. We offer stability, career growth, and a diverse, committed team environment. Our ‘Be Well’ wellbeing program, training initiatives, and flexible working practices support our employees’ development and work-life balance.

Our benefits include:

• Generous holiday entitlement, with options to purchase more.
• Corporate discounts, Cycle to Work, share schemes, private medical options, and professional memberships.

About us:

Galliford Try, awarded Contractor of the Year by the Water Industry Awards, is committed to community, environment, and stakeholder value. We aim to improve lives through infrastructure, foster employee growth, and uphold our core values of integrity, excellence, and collaboration.

Additional Information:

We support flexible working and encourage diverse applications. Please inform us of any needs to facilitate your application. If you don’t meet every requirement but are enthusiastic about the role, we still encourage you to apply. For more information, contact James Heathcote. A full job description is available upon request.