Project / Section Engineer - Water Utilities

Randstad Construction and Property; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable construction subcontractor in London is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to oversee wastewater projects. The successful candidate will manage end-to-end project delivery, ensuring compliance with regulations and quality standards. Ideal applicants will have a degree in Civil Engineering and experience in utilities projects. This initial 5-month contract offers a central London location and weekly payments.

Qualifications

• Strong background in civil engineering and project delivery, ideally in the water/wastewater industry.
• Experience as a Project Engineer in civils, delivering wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Excellent understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations within a live utility environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver assigned wastewater projects safely, on time, and within budget.
• Manage all project stages from design review to construction and final handover.
• Act as primary technical contact for clients and regulatory bodies.

Skills

Project planning

Cost control

Risk management

Site supervision

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or HNC equivalent

Tools

CSCS Card

Job description

Randstad are recruiting for a Project Engineer with water utilities experience to join a highly regarded subcontractor for work on Thames Water upgrade project in East London.

This is initially a 5 month short term contract with a high likelihood of winning additional project phases expected to last another 1‑1.5 years.

Payment is weekly via CIS.

Convenient Central London location in Stratford and work hours (Apply online only)pm.

Key Requirements & Experience 🛠️

• We are looking for a candidate with a strong background in civil engineering and project delivery, ideally within the water/wastewater industry.
• Proven experience as a Project Engineer in the civils sector ideally delivering wastewater infrastructure projects (e.g., utilities diversions, isolations, pumping stations, pipelines, treatment plant upgrades, and network maintenance).
• Highly Desirable: Previous experience working for a Utilities Subcontractor or on projects directly within the Thames Water operational area/framework.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in project planning, scheduling, cost control, risk management, and the supervision of site works.
• Compliance: Excellent understanding of relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations within a live utility environment (e.g., CDM Regulations, confined spaces).
• Qualifications: A degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

Core Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will be responsible for the end‑to‑end delivery of assigned wastewater projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Project Management: Manage all project stages from initial design review through to construction and final handover.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Act as the primary technical point of contact for clients (e.g., Thames Water), subcontractors, and regulatory bodies.
• Site Oversight: Oversee site activities, ensuring adherence to project specifications, quality control, and rigorous safety protocols.
• Commercial Management: Monitor project expenditure, manage variations, and assist with procurement processes for materials and services.
• Reporting: Prepare and present regular progress reports, risk assessments, and technical documentation.

Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering or HNC equivalent.
• Experience working for a Main contractor or subcontractor on a civils and or utilities package (Sewer / Water Experience highly desirable).
• CSCS Card.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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