Senior Project Engineer

Tilbury Douglas; Exeter; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Mechanical Bias Project Engineer to oversee engineering functions and ensure project success. This role involves managing a project team, coordinating services, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction management and procurement processes. With a commitment to innovation and resilience, this forward-thinking company offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions will directly impact vital projects across various sectors. If you're ready to take on challenges and drive success, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Car allowance

26 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Defined contribution pension scheme

Enhanced parental leave

Volunteering opportunities

Flexible working

Employee Assistance Programme

Professional membership fees

Employee discount scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in managing project teams and ensuring timely completion.
• Strong understanding of health and safety requirements in construction.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate engineering functions to meet client requirements.
• Manage procurement and oversee production of all drawings.
• Support project management and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Mechanical Bias Project Engineer

Managing a project team

Programme production and management

Technical query resolution

Procurement management

Construction management

Stakeholder engagement

Health and safety compliance

Education

IOSH directing safely

CSCS card

SMSTS course

Tools

MS Word

PowerPoint

Project

Excel

Job description

Job purpose

To co-ordinate all engineering functions and achieve a successful outcome technically, commercially to the clients’ requirements on the project.

Responsibilities

1. To comply with the company IPCD.
2. To comply with the company Process Document.
3. Technically vet all procurement packages.
4. Co-ordinate the services for their proper integration into the building and liaise with other disciplines.
5. Oversee the production of all drawings including plant and sub-contract layouts to ensure co-ordination.
6. Provide support to the Project Surveyor on commercial matters.
7. Undertake & manage all labour/direct material matters.
8. Undertake a regular audit of the Productivity Scheme & ensure the same is completed with the Foreman/Site Manager.
9. Issue labour targets ahead of the work activity on site.
10. Regularly progress the site production report (PC07) on site with Foreman/Site Manager.
11. Maintain accurate records of labour and material elements used in the pre-fabricated sections of the project.
12. Manage technical and progress issues relating to Plant and Sub-Contractor elements using technical submission process (PD09).
13. Provide support to the Site Manager on any installation matters.
14. Maintain Procurement Schedule (PD07) Technical Submission (PD09), Drawing Registers (PD01, PD02, PD03)
15. With the Site Manager carry out regular Sub-Contract Project Reviews to plan, progress and monitor installations.
16. Support the Project Manager in all matters relating to the project and act as Project Manager in the absence of.
17. Represent the company on any internal and external issues.

What we will need from you

1. Mechanical Bias Project Engineer
2. Managing a project team to reach completion within budget and to programme.
3. Programme production and management
4. Interpret the requirements of the specification
5. Resolve any technical queries during the contract
6. Managing procurement, labour and sub-contractors.
7. Assisting in managing variation accounts
8. Assisting in preparing monthly applications
9. Construction management and liaising with supervision team
10. Site operations – installation and commissioning
11. Maintaining good working relationships with the client and professional team.
12. Stakeholder engagement and management
13. Controlling contract costs and variations.
14. Value engineering projects to create cost savings.
15. Co-ordinating M&E Services installations
16. All health and safety requirements during the contract including compiling method statements and risk assessments
17. Compilation and presentation of Operating & Maintenance Manuals
18. Contract values ranging from £2m and above
19. Healthcare experience

Skills and Qualifications

1. IOSH directing safely
2. CSCS card – essential
3. SMSTS course – preferable
4. Computer Skills - MS Word, PowerPoint, Project, Excel.

What we can offer you

1. Competitive salary
2. Car allowance
3. 26 days annual leave (with the opportunity to buy or sell up to 3 days holiday)
4. 3 additional long service days achieved after 3, 7 and 10 years
5. Private medical insurance for yourself (with the option to buy family cover)
6. Defined contribution pension scheme matched up to 8%
7. Enhanced maternity, paternity and parental leave
8. 2 days volunteering opportunities
9. Flexible and Agile working (dependent on your role)
10. Employee Assistance Programme – including financial advice and guidance.
11. Professional membership fees
12. Perks at Work Employee discount scheme offering discounts on a range of categories such as electronics, home appliances, food & groceries, car buying, travel, fitness and more
13. Flexible Benefits scheme which includes the opportunity to purchase benefits such as

Who we are

Tilbury Douglas is a leading UK building, infrastructure, engineering and fit-out company. We deliver vital projects across a range of sectors including health, education, highways, justice, defence, aviation, water and environment.

It is our people who make Tilbury Douglas a success. We believe our inclusive culture encourages new ways of thinking, enabling us to innovate whilst remaining resilient. We value and celebrate all individual differences and look forward to receiving your application. We are currently working towards Investors in Diversity accredited status.

Please note we do not have a licence for sponsorships.

We look forward to receiving your application!