Senior Project Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Project Engineer to oversee engineering maintenance programmes. In this pivotal role, you will ensure compliance with HSEQ standards while managing workstreams and leading teams. Your expertise will drive operational efficiency and foster strong relationships with clients and stakeholders. This position offers a competitive package with the opportunity for remote and hybrid working arrangements, making it ideal for professionals looking to make a significant impact in the engineering field. Join a forward-thinking company that prioritizes employee growth and development.

Benefits

32 days holiday

Enhanced pension scheme

Remote & hybrid working options

Enhanced maternity & paternity leave

Company sick pay

Employee discount programme

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in construction or mechanical engineering.
• Knowledge of construction management processes and industry standards.
• Strong time management and project coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate programme elements while adhering to safety standards.
• Manage budgets and resources to meet compliance targets.
• Implement innovative solutions to enhance efficiency and sustainability.

Skills

Construction Management

Project Coordination

Client Communication

Time Management

HSEQ Compliance

Education

HNC in Construction Engineering

HND in Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Power BI

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As a Senior Project Engineer, you will play a vital role in overseeing engineering maintenance programmes to ensure compliance with HSEQ, financial, commercial, and client expectations. You will be responsible for managing workstreams, leading teams, and implementing solutions that enhance operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate all programme elements while adhering to WGM’s safety standards, including design, manufacturing, installation, and commissioning.
• Provide line management support, setting performance KPIs, conducting appraisals, and developing team growth plans.
• Manage budgets and resources, ensuring compliance targets are met.
• Oversee design and development, ensuring industry standards are upheld.
• Build strong relationships with clients, contractors, and stakeholders, fostering open communication.
• Implement innovative solutions to enhance efficiency and sustainability.
• Ensure health and safety processes are followed across all workstreams.
• Accurately document HSEQ compliance for both office-based and site teams.
• Lead or attend weekly meetings with clients and stakeholders, both onsite and remotely.
• Collaborate with business support functions to ensure compliance objectives are met.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with workstreams.
• Manage scheduling and programme coordination, ensuring smooth delivery across multiple projects.
• Report progress, issues, and concerns to the E&M Director and Delivery Manager.
• Champion an excellent health and safety environment, prioritising training, and development.
• Ensure quality standards and expectations of WGM and its clients are delivered.
• Plan resource allocation, considering workload forecasts across workstreams.
• Provide feedback to senior management at all key project stages.
• Drive continuous improvement, ensuring the programme is delivered within compliance periods.
• Review employee performance, identifying areas for growth and development.
• Fulfil responsibilities as a Temporary Works Co-ordinator (TWC), adhering to technical standards.

Qualifications & Experience

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• A relevant qualification in construction or mechanical engineering (HNC, HND, or Degree level).
• Knowledge of construction management processes, methods, and industry standards.
• Clear understanding of NEC contracts, compensation events, and early warnings (desirable).
• Experience managing payment applications and deadlines.
• CSCS card holder status (desirable but not essential).
• Strong time management and project coordination skills.
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Power BI reporting.
• Valid UK driving licence (essential).

We offer a competitive package, including:

• 32 days holiday, increasing to 36 based on length of service.
• Enhanced pension scheme.
• Salary sacrifice – (Electric vehicle scheme, annual leave purchase & cycle to work).
• Remote & hybrid working options (subject to role requirements).
• Enhanced maternity & paternity Leave.
• Company sick pay (available after qualifying period).
• Employee discount programme.

How to Apply

If you believe you have the skills and experience for this role, we would love to hear from you!

Please submit an updated CV to the WGM recruitment team for review.