Engineering Project Manager - Redhill, Surrey

Engineering Project Manager - Redhill, Surrey, RH1 5HE

Contract: PermanentSalary: Offering up to 60,000 per annum, depending on experience and skills, plus 4,500 car allowance.This role suits someone who enjoys taking ownership, solving problems and working collaboratively. Youll lead engineering projects from start to finish across Thames Waters operational sites and estate, with the support of a knowledgeable and welcoming team.

Your work will help ensure essential assets return to service (RTS) or Return to Operation (RTO) safely, efficiently and in line with our Asset Integrity standardshelping us keep water services reliable for the communities we serve.
Youll also play a key role in reducing disruption and inefficiencies by gathering meaningful datasuch as cost of failure, RTS/RTO timelines and lessons learnedto support smart planning, confident decisionmaking and longterm improvements.

What you will be doing as an Engineering Project Manager
Internal title: Project Engineer within the Capital Maintenance Project Team
You will:

• Manage and deliver a portfolio of Mechanical, Electrical and ICA projects, with typical values of 15,000100,000 per project.
• Lead multiple live projects at once while progressing additional projects through scoping and tendering.
• Work with innovative and modern solutions to support site efficiency and deliver value for money for customers.
• Collaborate closely with operational colleagues and contractors to scope, define and cost safe, practical and costeffective solutions.
• Uphold our zerocompromise approach to health and safety, including monthly audits.
• Oversee construction activities in accordance with Thames Water policies, industry standards and CDM regulations.
• Partner with delivery teams and contractors to ensure projects are completed on time.
• Maintain compliance with Asset Standards, British & International Standards and professional codes of conduct.
• Complete financial forecasting and report on the value of work done (VOWD).
• Prepare, review and approve project documentation including PCI, programmes, RAMS and CPPs.
• Oversee commissioning, training and handover of completed projects to operational teams.
• Ensure all completion documents (e.g., test certificates, O&M manuals, H&S files and asconstructed drawings) are delivered and recorded.

Location
Your base location will be Earlswood Sewage Treatment Works and will be on-site up to 5 days a week.

This role requires travel to multiple sites, depending on your project portfolio. A full driving licence is required.

What you should bring to the role
We welcome applicants from a variety of backgrounds. Youll thrive in this role if you have:

• A background in Engineering, such as Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Engineering.
  Formal qualifications (e.g., BTEC/HND) are encouraged, but relevant experience is equally valued.
• Alternatively, knowledge of clean water processing or wastewater treatment.
• Confidence coordinating with multiple stakeholders, including colleagues, site teams and contractors.
• The ability to work independently when needed, while contributing positively to a supportive team culture.
• An understanding of health and safety standards, especially relating to construction and CDM (training will be provided).
• Experience in construction or engineering project management.

If youre looking for a role where you can make a tangible impact, apply your technical skills, and be part of a team that values safety, innovation and continuous improvement, wed love to hear from you.

Whats in it for you?

• 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 the 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.
• Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.
• Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.

Find out more about our benefits and perks (Please note different T&Cs apply if on secondment)

Who are we?
Were the UKs largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. Its a big job, and weve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, youll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

If youre looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of peoples lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, well be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

Were committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether thats extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know. Were here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, youll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. Its also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.