Site Based Project Engineer

Vipond Fire Protection; Warrington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to advance towards Project Management while contributing to vital fire safety projects. You will be involved in various projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget and regulatory standards. With a commitment to employee well-being and safety, this company fosters a supportive environment where your contributions make a significant impact. Join a team dedicated to making the world a safer place, and enjoy a range of benefits including a company vehicle and generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

31 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays

Company vehicle

Bonus

Company pension (3% employer contribution)

Employee Referral Scheme (£500 per hire)

Qualifications

• Experience managing projects in construction with budgets from £5k to £2m.
• Knowledge of engineering drawings and CDM Management Principles.

Responsibilities

• Contributing to project initiation meetings with stakeholders.
• Maintaining project programme and communicating with clients.
• Completing end-of-project documentation and attending project meetings.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Engineering Drawings

Budget Management

On-site Supervision

Education

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

Tools

SMSTS Card

CSCS Card

Job description

We're looking to add a Project Engineer to our team here at Vipond, for an onsite role, initially Glasgow and Warrington. This opportunity would suit someone looking to take the next step to becoming a Project Manager. This role requires staying away on occasion.

At Vipond, you will join a renowned fire safety solution and services business who have protected communities and assets for over 50 years. We protect people first, and your health and well-being are important to us. People are at the heart of everything we do, and that’s why we are committed to keeping you safe, secure, and happy.

As part of the Chubb family, we have an exciting future ahead filled with new opportunities for you to be part of. To help us do this we need people like you, with the desire to play your part in making the world a safer place.

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

Responsibilities:

• Contributing to project initiation/handover meetings with all stakeholders including Sales, Design, QS.
• Production and maintenance of project programme.
• Communication with clients throughout the life of a project.
• Maintenance of central project file records.
• Attendance at internal project Cost To Complete (CVR) meetings.
• Completion and submission to relevant stakeholders of all end-of-project documentation e.g. O&M, As-Fitted Drawings, Certification.

Knowledge:

• Working knowledge of engineering drawings.
• Experience in managing small and large budget projects (£5k to £2m) in the construction industry.
• Practiced at management/supervision of on-site labour & resources.
• Hold a current & relevant SMSTS & CSCS Card Holder.
• Knowledge of CDM Management Principles.
• Holds a relevant NVQ/NHD/HNC/City & Guilds 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, to budget and in accordance with customer and regulatory requirements.

You will gain valuable experience in working on a variety of projects ranging from commercial, energy from waste, warehouses, distribution centers, etc.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering and Administrative