Project Engineer(Waste Water)

PPM Recruitment; Taunton; Presencial; GBP 35 000 - 45 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Company van

Uniform & PPE

Health cash plan

Life assurance

Employer pension

Holiday trading options

Annual bonus eligibility

Training & development

Resumo da oferta

PPM Recruitment is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to oversee wastewater, drainage and surface water projects from surveys and design through to construction and handover. Based at our Taunton head office with site work across the Southwest, the role blends surveying, engineering, project management and site supervision.

The successful candidate will manage multiple projects, procure resources, ensure safety and quality, and contribute to business development within a growing water and

Qualificações

• Experience in groundworks and civil engineering operations.
• Knowledge of surveying, laser levels and setting-out techniques.
• Experience of safe excavation, depths 3–5 metres.
• Understanding of plant operations and site management.
• Strong technical problem-solving and numerical skills.
• Good written and communication skills.
• Knowledge of quantity surveying principles and construction contracts.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and responsibilities.

Responsabilidades

• Carrying out property and site surveys using laser levels and setting-out equipment.
• Preparing site plans, technical reports, audits and project documentation.
• Developing practical and cost-effective solutions for wastewater treatment, drainage and surface water systems.
• Planning and managing projects from initial survey through to completion.
• Procuring materials, plant and resources to ensure best value.
• Preparing bills of materials and project resource plans.
• Overseeing site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time and to the required quality standards.
• Managing construction activities and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
• Supporting business development and contributing to the growth of the project pipeline.

Conhecimentos

Groundworks

Civil engineering

Surveying

Setting-out

Laser levels

Excavation safety

Plant operations

Site management

Problem-solving

Numerical skills

Written communication

Construction contracts

Multi-project management

Formação académica

SSSTS or SMSTS

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Project Engineer - Water & Wastewater

Location: Taunton, Somerset (Head Office, with site work across the Southwest)

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 + Company Van & Benefits

Hours: Full-time, 45 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

The Opportunity

An established and growing construction and engineering business is looking to recruit an experienced Project Engineer to join its Water & Wastewater division, based at its head office near Taunton.

The successful candidate will oversee the delivery of wastewater, drainage and surface water management projects, from initial site surveys and technical design through to construction and final client handover.

This is a varied, hands-on position combining surveying, engineering, project management and site supervision responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out property and site surveys using laser levels and setting-out equipment.
• Preparing site plans, technical reports, audits and project documentation.
• Developing practical and cost-effective solutions for wastewater treatment, drainage and surface water systems.
• Planning and managing projects from initial survey through to completion.
• Procuring materials, plant and resources to ensure best value.
• Preparing bills of materials and project resource plans.
• Overseeing site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time and to the required quality standards.
• Managing construction activities and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
• Supporting business development and contributing to the growth of the project pipeline.

Candidate Requirements

The ideal candidate will have experience within civil engineering, wastewater, drainage, groundworks or general construction, with the ability to manage projects independently.

You should have:

• Experience in groundworks and civil engineering operations.
• Knowledge of surveying, laser levels and setting-out techniques.
• Experience of safe excavation, ideally to depths of 3-5 metres.
• Understanding of plant operations and site management.
• Strong technical problem-solving and numerical skills.
• Good written and communication skills.
• Knowledge of quantity surveying principles and construction contracts.
• The ability to manage multiple projects and responsibilities.

Desirable qualifications and experience

• Knowledge of excavation support and shoring techniques.
• SSSTS or SMSTS qualification, or willingness to work towards one.
• Experience within wastewater treatment, drainage or water infrastructure projects.

Training & Career Development

The business is committed to developing its engineering team, offering structured training, ongoing CPD and recognised industry qualifications.

There is a clear career progression pathway, providing opportunities to develop from Project Engineer into more senior project and commercial management positions.

Salary & Benefits

• £35,000 - £45,000 depending on experience.
• Company van.
• Company uniform and PPE.
• Paid health cash plan.
• Life assurance.
• Employer pension contributions.
• Flexible holiday trading options.
• Eligibility for an annual performance-related bonus.
• Ongoing training and professional development.

Location: Ideally suited to candidates living within approximately 60 minutes of Taunton although relocation may be considered.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Project Engineer looking to develop their career within a growing water, wastewater and civil engineering environment.