Water & Wastewater Project Engineer | Van + Career Growth

PPM Recruitment; Taunton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Uniform & PPE

Health cash plan

Life assurance

Employer pension

Holiday trading options

Annual bonus eligibility

Training & development

Job summary

PPM Recruitment is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to oversee wastewater, drainage and surface water projects from surveys and design through to construction and handover. Based at our Taunton head office with site work across the Southwest, the role blends surveying, engineering, project management and site supervision.

The successful candidate will manage multiple projects, procure resources, ensure safety and quality, and contribute to business development within a growing water and

Qualifications

• Experience in groundworks and civil engineering operations.
• Knowledge of surveying, laser levels and setting-out techniques.
• Experience of safe excavation, depths 3–5 metres.
• Understanding of plant operations and site management.
• Strong technical problem-solving and numerical skills.
• Good written and communication skills.
• Knowledge of quantity surveying principles and construction contracts.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out property and site surveys using laser levels and setting-out equipment.
• Preparing site plans, technical reports, audits and project documentation.
• Developing practical and cost-effective solutions for wastewater treatment, drainage and surface water systems.
• Planning and managing projects from initial survey through to completion.
• Procuring materials, plant and resources to ensure best value.
• Preparing bills of materials and project resource plans.
• Overseeing site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time and to the required quality standards.
• Managing construction activities and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
• Supporting business development and contributing to the growth of the project pipeline.

Skills

Groundworks

Civil engineering

Surveying

Setting-out

Laser levels

Excavation safety

Plant operations

Site management

Problem-solving

Numerical skills

Written communication

Construction contracts

Multi-project management

Education

SSSTS or SMSTS

Job description

PPM Recruitment is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to oversee wastewater, drainage and surface water projects from surveys and design through to construction and handover. Based at our Taunton head office with site work across the Southwest, the role blends surveying, engineering, project management and site supervision.

The successful candidate will manage multiple projects, procure resources, ensure safety and quality, and contribute to business development within a growing water and