Project Engineer (Construction Coordinator Electrical)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Electrical Coordinator to join their dynamic team in the nuclear sector. This role involves coordinating electrical installations and ensuring project safety and compliance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering, proven project coordination skills, and a commitment to safety. If you're ready to tackle exciting challenges in a fast-paced environment and contribute to significant nuclear projects, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical installation and testing.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate electrical installation and testing phases.
• Ensure compliance with safety and project standards.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Project Coordination

Safety Management

Communication

Technical Documentation

Education

Recognised apprenticeship in Electrical discipline

HNC/ONC/Level 3 qualification

HND/Level 4 qualification

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

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Client:

Morgan Sindall Infrastructure

Location:

Cumbria, United Kingdom

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Location: West Cumbria

Are you a versatile and experienced Construction Coordinator with a background in Electrical installation? Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to work on challenging projects in the nuclear sector? We have the perfect role for you!

Role Summary: As an Electrical Coordinator, you will play a crucial role in the MEICA construction team, identifying and implementing a comprehensive coordination strategy throughout multiple project phases. Your expertise in electrical engineering / installation will be instrumental in building an operable and maintainable facility to meet the requirements of the new facilities expected operational lifetime.

Key Responsibilities: As the Electrical Project Coordinator, you will:

• Utilise your expertise in Electrical disciplines to contribute to all aspects of project delivery; including design phases (Design constructability reviews, HAZOP’s, Risk identification and management, Contract, Schedule, and Estimate), works testing phases, onsite testing (STW), and handover.
• Coordinate the installation of M&E scope with the supply chain and civil / fit out trades in accordance with CDM.
• Undertake coordination activities in line with management system, ensuring adherence to nuclear site license conditions.
• Champion a proactive and balanced approach to safety, encompassing nuclear, radiological, conventional, and environmental safety measures, optimising safety during project delivery.
• Collaborate and interface with internal and external stakeholders, as well as commissioning experts across various project phases.
• Hold Suitably Qualified & Experienced Persons appointments or training to ensure successful achievement of project delivery targets.
• Attend line of site meetings & lift plan meetings to communicate necessary information for site deliveries, required lay down and plant movements.
• Act as a Technical Author, producing, reviewing, and revising pre-installation documentation. Additionally, complete daily diaries and report project delivery progress to the Construction Engineers and managers.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, technical specifications and engineering standards.
• Ensure inspection check lists are completed and signed off by all parties.
• Review subcontractor Risk Assessments & Method Statements and provide comments if necessary to ensure compliance.
• Carry out oversight and assurance to ensure the supply chain are adhering to site rules and their scope specific work packs.
• Oversight of Safe Systems of work.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Recognised apprenticeship in Electrical discipline.
• HNC/ONC/Level 3 qualification in a relevant discipline, with the ability to present qualification certification.
• Willingness and ability to travel to various locations, including those beyond Sellafield Site in West Cumbria, the wider UK, and occasionally overseas, to support project delivery demands.
• Proficiency in computer applications, including MS Word and Excel.
• Demonstrated experience in electrical installation and testing.
• Hold current valid CSCS affiliated card aligned to role.
• HND/Level 4 qualification in the relevant discipline, with the ability to present qualification certification.
• Prior experience in the nuclear sector, with exposure to large-scale projects.
• Experience in setting to work new systems.
• Previous position as Nominated/Authorised/Senior Authorised Person.

Key Behavioural Requirements:

• Demonstrates a challenging attitude and willingness to intervene when observing unsafe acts or non-compliance, prepared to have difficult but meaningful conversations when necessary.
• Ability to work collaboratively within all levels of the organisation to achieve successful project outputs and outcomes.
• Capable of working autonomously with light touch supervision, including remote work from the team during works testing and other project phases.

If you are a highly skilled and adaptable engineer with experience in Electrical disciplines and are eager to be part of a dynamic team working on significant nuclear projects, then we invite you to apply for this exciting role.

We believe in delivering responsible nuclear and defence infrastructure.