Senior Project Engineer (Cornwall, UK)

Paterson & Cooke

England

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus compensation

Company pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave

Occupational sick pay

Unique work schedule with every other Friday afternoon off

Job summary

An international engineering firm is seeking a Senior Project Engineer in the UK to manage project lifecycles and ensure quality technical solutions. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in engineering consultancy, strong interpersonal skills, and a focus on project delivery. This full-time position offers competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

Minimum of ten years of experience in engineering consultancy.
Registered or working towards registration with an appropriate engineering body.
Experience in a client-facing role.
Willingness to travel locally and internationally.

Responsibilities

Support engineering throughout the project lifecycle.
Lead projects and manage project teams.
Manage project budgets, schedules, and scopes.
Provide coaching and mentorship to junior engineers.

Skills

Project management

Mechanical engineering

Technical writing

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Fluent English

Education

Degree in Engineering

Job description

Paterson & Cooke UK is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join our team in a full-time position. The successful candidate will be a Senior Engineer with a minimum of ten years of experience working in an engineering consultancy, industrial plant and/or mine site environment. The Senior Engineer will have an extensive background in mechanical engineering, project management, backfill, mining, or mineral processing and should be equally comfortable working in an office or visiting mine sites.

The Senior Engineer will be based in our UK office in Cornwall, working as part of the European engineering pool, collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams across our regional offices. You will support the delivery of high-quality technical solutions, contribute to the development of local capabilities, and help shape the continued growth and success of our UK office:

Tasks:

Support engineering at all stages of the project life cycle (i.e. PFS, FS, detailed engineering, construction, and commissioning)
Develop project schedules at all stages of the project life cycle (i.e. PFS, FS, detailed engineering, construction, and commissioning).
Lead projects, as the primary client contact, directing and managing a project team composed of both internal and external resources
Identify client-specific project management requirements and tailor project delivery to the needs of the client
Proactively manage project budget, schedule, and scope, adhering to project-specific requirements
Prepare forecasted budget spend on a project-to-project basis
Lead the preparation of cost estimates suitable to the level of accuracy required for the project
Technical communication, including specifications, report writing and presentations
Peer review of technical documents
Collaborate with Senior staff to effectively manage office resources and meet project deadlines
Preparation of engineering proposals to address client needs
Develop and maintain positive client relationships through project engagement, site visits, and technical excellence

Responsibilities:

Take ownership and accountability for project outcomes; identify and implement improvements where necessary
Provide coaching, guidance, and mentorship to junior engineers and project team members Support individual development by offering technical training, feedback, and performance support
Contribute to the development of internal knowledge-sharing initiatives
Perform overall quality control of the work (budget, schedule, plans, reports, etc.)
Application of technical skills to perform problem solving and engineering tasks
When on site, lead by example; practicing safe behaviour and habits

Minimum Requirements and Competencies:

Qualified to degree level or higher in a suitable subject (related to Engineering)
Registered, or actively working towards this status with appropriate engineering body
10+ years’ engineering and project management experience. Experience in an engineering consulting firm is considered an asset.
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong presentation and technical writing skills, especially technical reports
Ability to manage own time effectively, develop project plans, and to schedule work to deliver on multiple projects and work packages running together
Attention to detail and a commitment to technical excellence
Able and willing to travel locally and internationally
A valid driver's licence
Fluent in English, both written and oral.

What We Offer

In return Paterson & Cooke UK offers a competitive annual salary for the position. In addition to the base salary, the position is eligible for annual bonus compensation based on company and individual performance. This role is also eligible to participate in the company's benefits program including company pension scheme, enhanced annual leave and occupational sick pay.

A Career with Paterson & Cooke

Paterson & Cooke is an international specialist engineering firm known for high quality work and for exceeding client expectations, often with innovative solutions. Our team enjoy the challenge of living up to this standard daily in a workplace that allows each employee to thrive. In the UK office, we balance a demanding, rewarding workload with consideration for work-life balance. We have a unique work schedule in which we earn every other Friday afternoon off. We enjoy the opportunity for time together outside of work including summer BBQ’s, family socials and spur of the moment get togethers. We encourage employees to expand their knowledge through employer supported training courses and on-site experience. With offices spanning five continents and international clientele, P&C provides opportunities for our employees to travel the world. Our size enables us to make a difference in the company and fosters opportunities for career growth and advancement.