Water Infrastructure Project Engineer (Civils) – 18m Contract

Randstad CPE; Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE seeks an experienced Project Engineer for a major water infrastructure and civil engineering scheme near Royal Tunbridge Wells. You will manage civil packages across design to handover, coordinating site teams and interfaces with designers and the client.

The role requires water sector delivery experience, civil engineering qualifications, and mandatory safety certifications. Immediate start on an 18-month AMP8 project with long-term stability.

Qualifications

• Water sector experience delivering civil engineering or water infrastructure schemes under UK AMP frameworks.
• Solid grounding in heavy civils, deep drainage, RC structures, pipework networks, earthworks, and service isolation protocols on live water assets.
• HND or Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent practical industry experience).
• Mandatory: CSCS Card, SSSTS or SMSTS, and EUSR National Water Hygiene Card.
• Desirable: First Aid at Work, Confined Spaces training, or Temporary Works Coordinator/Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Site Management & Delivery: Oversee daily engineering operations on civil infrastructure works, coordinating subcontractors, direct labour gangs, plant, and material deliveries.
• Technical Interface: Act as the main technical link between design consultants, site management, and client representatives; resolve TQs and RFIs.
• Quality & Assurance: Prepare, execute, and monitor ITPs, track non-conformances, enforce tolerances, and maintain site records.
• Health, Safety & Environment: Review RAMS, manage Permits to Dig, and drive zero-harm site safety standards.
• Progress Tracking: Work with the Project Manager to track 3-week look-ahead schedules, monitor production, and manage change events.

Skills

Water sector experience

Civil engineering knowledge

Education

HND or Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

CSCS Card

SSSTS/SMSTS

EUSR Water Hygiene

First Aid at Work

Confined Spaces training

Temporary Works Coordinator/Supervisor

Job description

Randstad CPE seeks an experienced Project Engineer for a major water infrastructure and civil engineering scheme near Royal Tunbridge Wells. You will manage civil packages across design to handover, coordinating site teams and interfaces with designers and the client.

The role requires water sector delivery experience, civil engineering qualifications, and mandatory safety certifications. Immediate start on an 18-month AMP8 project with long-term stability.