Remote Project Engineer – Pumping & Utilities UK

Xylem; United States; Remote; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Xylem is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to lead complex pumping and temporary works projects within the water sector. You will oversee delivery from mobilization through demobilisation, coordinating cross-functional teams and external partners.

The role emphasizes safety, schedule adherence and commercial performance, with opportunities to influence process improvements and client satisfaction.)

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Engineer delivering infrastructure and utility projects.
• Experience coordinating multiple stakeholders across engineering, operations and commercial teams.
• Strong understanding of project delivery, planning and coordination principles.
• Experience with Tier 1 contractors and utility companies.
• Knowledge of RAMS, CDM principles and site safety requirements.
• Strong commercial awareness and project profitability understanding.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate pump rental, bypass pumping and temporary works projects from award to completion.
• Act as primary project lead between customers, operations, engineering, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Develop and maintain project programmes, resource plans and delivery schedules.
• Coordinate mobilisation activities including plant, equipment, labour and site access.
• Monitor risks and mitigate to keep programme and budget objectives.
• Provide regular updates to customers and senior management.
• Close-out activities and capture lessons learned.

Skills

Project engineering

Stakeholder management

Schedule planning

Risk management

Communication

Budget awareness

CDM principles

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Job description

Xylem is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to lead complex pumping and temporary works projects within the water sector. You will oversee delivery from mobilization through demobilisation, coordinating cross-functional teams and external partners.

The role emphasizes safety, schedule adherence and commercial performance, with opportunities to influence process improvements and client satisfaction.)