Project Engineer required

First Recruitment Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking two experienced Project Engineers to support a key transformation program. Responsibilities include managing multi-disciplinary engineering works and ensuring compliance with operational requirements. Ideal candidates will have a background in civil engineering and a track record in complex infrastructure projects. This role offers the chance to work on significant engineering challenges while contributing to a diverse team.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of delivering complex infrastructure projects.
• Experience in managing multidisciplinary engineering works.
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards it.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, design, and delivery of engineering packages.
• Act as technical lead for assigned projects.
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Multi-disciplinary coordination

Technical leadership

Education

Chartered Engineer qualification

Job description

Qualifications Required

Chartered Engineer (ICE) – Civil and Mechanical qualifications including structures

Job Description

We are seeking two highly motivated and experienced Project Engineers to support the delivery of the Transformation Programme. The successful candidates will be responsible for managing and coordinating multidisciplinary engineering works across civil infrastructure, buildings, mechanical & electrical systems, and airfield pavements.

This role is ideal for engineers with a proven track record of delivering complex infrastructure projects within live operational environments, ideally with or working towards Chartered Engineer status.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning, design, and delivery of engineering packages across civils, buildings, M&E, and pavements.
• Act as technical lead for assigned projects, ensuring compliance with standards, regulations, and airport operational requirements.
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Review design documentation, method statements, and risk assessments.
• Monitor construction activities to ensure quality, safety, and environmental standards are maintained.
• Provide engineering input into procurement, contract management, and change control processes.
• Support testing, commissioning, and handover of completed assets.
• Maintain accurate project records and contribute to reporting and governance activities.

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for Project Engineers looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.