Electrical Project Engineer

This is an exciting opportunity for a self‑motivated and driven individual to take ownership of engineering projects end‑to‑end across Thames Water’s operational sites and estate. If you’re looking for a role where you can make a real impact, shape vital infrastructure, and see your work come to life on the ground, this could be the perfect next step.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver a portfolio of Electrical projects valued between £100,000 and £1 million.
• Run multiple live projects at once, while preparing future schemes through scoping and tendering.
• Drive innovative engineering solutions that boost site efficiency and deliver value for money.
• Collaborate with operations teams and contractors to develop low‑risk, cost‑effective scopes.
• Lead with a zero‑compromise approach to health and safety, carrying out monthly audits.
• Oversee construction activities in line with company procedures, industry standards and CDM regulations.
• Work closely with delivery partners and contractors to ensure on‑time delivery of all projects.
• Ensure compliance with Asset Standards and British & International Standards.
• Provide financial forecasting and VOWD reporting across your portfolio.
• Prepare, review and approve project documentation, including PCI, programmes, RAMS and CPPs.
• Manage commissioning, training and handover, ensuring operations teams receive fully completed and compliant project packages.

For this role, you will receive a car allowance, so a driving licence is required.

Location – Guildford (with travel to multiple sites), up to 5 days a week.

Working Hours – Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Background in Electrical Engineering within construction or project management roles.
• Formal qualifications, ideally BTEC/HND or above, or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of Clean Water Processing and/or Wastewater Treatment – desirable but not essential.
• Strong ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders, including internal teams and contractors.
• A solid understanding of Health & Safety, particularly around construction and CDM (training provided where needed).

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 the length of service (plus bank holidays).

Generous Pension Scheme through AON.

Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of yourself and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.

Performance‑related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.

EEO Statement

We’re 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 that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know. We’re here to help and support.

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.

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