Senior Project Engineer – Water Sector (Hybrid)

First Recruitment Group; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the water sector is seeking a Project Engineer or Senior Project Engineer for a permanent position. This role requires expertise in managing complex engineering projects from design to commissioning. The ideal candidate will have strong project management experience, preferably within the water sector, and a degree in a related field. Benefits include a competitive salary, hybrid working, car allowance, and comprehensive health insurance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Car or car allowance

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Pension

Life Assurance

Health & Private Medical Insurance

Cycle-to-work and discount schemes

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex engineering projects from design to commissioning.
• Knowledge of CDM 2015 and Health & Safety legislation.
• Familiarity with project delivery in the water sector.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction programmes and key milestones.
• Lead collaborative planning with stakeholders.
• Prepare and assess tenders.
• Coordinate engineering teams and supply chain partners.
• Oversee daily site activity and resolve issues.
• Maintain the project risk register.

Skills

Project Management experience

Strong communication and client-facing skills

NEC3 contract experience

Mechanical / Electrical background

Water sector experience

Education

Degree in a construction / Engineering-related discipline

Job description

A leading recruitment agency in the water sector is seeking a Project Engineer or Senior Project Engineer for a permanent position. This role requires expertise in managing complex engineering projects from design to commissioning. The ideal candidate will have strong project management experience, preferably within the water sector, and a degree in a related field. Benefits include a competitive salary, hybrid working, car allowance, and comprehensive health insurance.