Site Based Project Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Warrington; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Project Engineer, where you'll play a crucial role in delivering fire safety projects on time and within budget. This onsite position offers the chance to work on diverse projects, from commercial buildings to energy-from-waste facilities. With a strong emphasis on safety and well-being, you'll be part of a team that values your contributions and supports your career progression towards project management. If you have a passion for engineering and a commitment to excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

31 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays

Company vehicle

Bonus scheme

Company pension (3% employer contribution)

Employee Referral Scheme (£500 per hire)

Qualifications

• Experience managing projects with budgets from £5k to £2m.
• Current SMSTS and CSCS Card required.

Responsibilities

• Contributing to project initiation and handover meetings.
• Producing and maintaining project programmes.
• Completing end-of-project documentation.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Engineering Drawings

CDM Management Principles

Education

NVQ/NHD/HNC/City & Guilds in Building Services or Mechanical Discipline

Job description

Job Description

We're looking to add a Project Engineer to our team here at Vipond, for an onsite role, initially in Glasgow and Warrington. This opportunity is suitable for someone looking to progress towards becoming a Project Manager. The role requires occasional travel and staying away from home.

At Vipond, part of the Chubb family, you will join a renowned fire safety solutions and services business with over 50 years of experience in protecting communities and assets. We prioritize people’s safety, health, and well-being because they are at the heart of what we do. We are committed to keeping you safe, secure, and happy.

SALARY: Up to £40K, dependent on experience

• 31 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
• Company vehicle
• Bonus scheme
• Company pension (3% employer contribution)
• Employee Referral Scheme (£500 per hire)

Responsibilities:

• Contributing to project initiation/handover meetings with all stakeholders including Sales, Design, and QS.
• Producing and maintaining project programmes.
• Communicating with clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintaining central project file records.
• Attending internal project Cost To Complete (CVR) meetings.
• Completing and submitting all end-of-project documentation such as O&M manuals, As-Fitted Drawings, and Certification to relevant stakeholders.

Knowledge and Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of engineering drawings.
• Experience managing small to large budget projects (£5k to £2m) in the construction industry.
• Experience in managing and supervising on-site labour and resources.
• Current and relevant SMSTS and CSCS Card.
• Knowledge of CDM Management Principles.
• Relevant NVQ/NHD/HNC/City & Guilds qualification within Building Services or Mechanical discipline.

As a Sprinkler Project Engineer, you will support the Project / Site Manager(s) within the Main Contracts (Special Risk division) to deliver fire protection projects on time, within budget, and in compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.

This role offers valuable experience working on diverse projects, including commercial, energy-from-waste facilities, warehouses, and distribution centers.