Project Engineer - Seascale

BALFOUR BEATTY; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick as a Project Engineer at Sellafield, Seascale, where you will play a crucial role in delivering complex engineering projects in the nuclear sector. You will assist in project planning, maintain schedules, ensure compliance with safety standards, and manage documentation. This position offers an opportunity to work on vital infrastructure projects while being part of a diverse and inclusive team committed to excellence.

Benefits

Flexible working

Paid leave

Pension

Share plans

Qualifications

• Achieved or working toward an HNC or equivalent in Mechanical or Piping.
• SMSTS / IOSH qualified.
• Experience in engineering works within a nuclear environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager with planning and daily execution of the construction project.
• Ensure packages are delivered according to programme, budget, safety, and quality standards.
• Maintain communication and document control sheets.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Technical Input

Risk Management

Education

HNC or equivalent in Mechanical or Piping

APM qualification

Job description

About the role

Our projects are more than just opportunities to make your mark; they’re a chance to stretch, test, and develop your expertise. Join our Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick team as a Project Engineer at Sellafield, Seascale, and you’ll deliver complex work that truly matters to our business and the world around us.

Role Purpose:

• Assist the Project Manager and Engineering team with planning and daily execution of the construction project.
• Maintain aspects of the project schedule as assigned by the Project Manager, managing submittal approvals, coordinating timely delivery of materials, and maintaining schedules and budgets.

What you'll be doing

• Ensure packages are delivered according to programme, budget, safety, and quality standards.
• Ensure packages comply with good design practices and relevant standards.
• Execute packages with minimal rework.
• Keep accurate records per the mechanical control sheet, including TQ’s, WPP’s, ITPs, Record Drawings, and other project documentation.
• Maintain communication and document control sheets, updating relevant team members on potential impacts.
• Plan and organize plant, access, labor, and materials, including procurement activities.
• Produce/review WPP and ITP for activities, ensuring quality assurance mechanisms are in place four weeks prior to work start.
• Provide technical input for SoW in accordance with QS, suitable for ITT, and identify risks to the Project Management team.
• Monitor supply chain performance and escalate issues as needed.
• Draft site instructions for review and issue, detailing works, location, programme impact, and costs.

Who we're looking for

The following experience/qualifications are required:

• Achieved or working toward an HNC or equivalent in Mechanical or Piping.
• APM qualification is beneficial.
• SMSTS / IOSH qualified.
• Experience in engineering works within a nuclear environment.
• Experience managing installation of environmental monitoring equipment.
• Ability to obtain necessary security clearances.
• High integrity and focus on meeting/exceeding customer expectations.

Why work for us

We deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious projects, developing and maintaining vital infrastructure. We offer benefits like flexible working, paid leave, pension, share plans, and more.

About us

Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick specializes in MEP and ME&I solutions, designing, installing, and maintaining complex systems that underpin the UK’s infrastructure.

Diversity and inclusion

We value diversity and inclusion, striving to create an environment where everyone can thrive. We are members of various organizations promoting diversity and are committed to inclusive practices and equal opportunities for all applicants.