We expect you to manage all aspects of each CAPEX project, including initial scoping of the need, competitively tendering the work, contractor procurement, site set-up and inductions: health and safety inspections, commissioning, training and handover to the operations teams.
The internal job title for this role is Project Engineer within the Capital Maintenance Project Team.
What you will be doing as an Engineering Project Manager
- Manage and deliver a portfolio of Mechanical, Electrical and ICA projects, with a typical value between one hundred thousand and £1 million per project.
- Individually responsible for multiple live projects at any time, with further projects in the scoping and tendering phase.
- Develop innovative and modern solutions to operational problems, making our sites more efficient and delivering value for money for our customers.
- Work with our operations teams and contractors to scope, define and cost solutions that are both cost‑effective and have minimal risk.
- Oversee our zero‑compromise health and safety policy for everyone working on your project. Undertake monthly audits.
- Oversee construction of each project in line with our in‑house policies & procedures, with associated wider industry standards. Fully compliant with CDM regulations and how to apply them.
- Work collaboratively with delivery partners and contractors to ensure that schemes are delivered on time.
- Maintain compliance with our Asset Standards, associated British & International Standards and professional codes of conduct.
- Financial forecasting of all live projects and reporting on the value of work done (VOWD).
- Draft, vet and approve pre‑construction information, project programmes, risk assessments and method statements (RAMS), and construction phase plans (CPP).
- Oversee the commissioning, training and handover of completed projects to the operations teams.
- Ensure completion documents are available and handed over, including test certificates, operation and maintenance manuals, health and safety files, and as‑constructed drawings.
This role requires travel to multiple sites, depending on the project that you are working on. You will need a full driving licence, access to your vehicle and insurance, and you will receive a car allowance paid monthly.
Working Hours
Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week, onsite up to 5 days a week.
Qualifications and experience
- Preferably have a background in Engineering, such as Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Engineering.
- Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders simultaneously.
- Ability to work with minimum supervision, be self‑motivated and driven, and use your initiative to deliver high‑quality work.
- Experience in Construction or Engineering Project Management.
Additional skills and experiences
- Formal qualifications within these sectors are strongly encouraged. Ideally holding at least a BTEC/HND in a relevant discipline.
- Knowledge of Clean Water Processing and/or Wastewater treatment is desirable.
- Understanding of Health and Safety standards, with particular reference to construction works, including CDM. Additional training will be provided.
Benefits
- Offering up to £60,000 per annum, depending on experience and skills, plus £4,500 car allowance.
- 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with length of service, plus bank holidays.
- Contributory pension – defined contribution – maximum of 12% – 2x employee contribution.
- Personal medical assessments – open to all once a year.
- Performance‑related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
- Wider benefits scheme, including our benefits hub.
EEO Statement
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and provide support throughout the recruitment process.
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