Lead Electrical Project Engineer – Water Treatment New Build

Senior Electrical Project Engineer – Water Treatment (New Build)

Location: Surrey & Slough

Rate: £450 per day (Temp Contract)

Contractor: Tier 1 Main Contractor

Start: ASAP

The Opportunity

We’re recruiting on behalf of a leading Tier 1 contractor delivering major new-build water treatment projects across Surrey and Slough. This is a long‑term contract role for an experienced Senior Electrical Project Engineer with a proven background in new-build water treatment works. If you’ve successfully delivered electrical packages on complex water infrastructure schemes and want to join a high-performing project team, this is a strong fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead electrical engineering activities on new-build water treatment projects
• Oversee design reviews, technical submissions, and compliance with industry standards
• Manage subcontractors, installation quality, and site progress
• Ensure all electrical works meet safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements
• Support project delivery teams with planning, reporting, and problem‑solving
• Liaise with internal stakeholders, client representatives, and supply chain partners

Requirements

• Previous experience on new-build water treatment works is essential.
• Strong background with Tier 1 contractors or major utilities frameworks
• Degree/HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering or related discipline, or related trade qualifications
• Comprehensive understanding of electrical systems within water treatment environments
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and drive delivery to programme.
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Knowledge of the NEC suite of contracts, CDM, ATEX, DSEAR

Qualifications

• BS7671 (18th Edition)
• Full UK driving licence.
• CSCS/ECS Card
• EUSR Water Hygiene Card
• SMSTS
• First Aid at Work
• City & Guilds Authorised Person Module

What’s on Offer

• £450 per day (umbrella Paye)
• Long-term contract with a Tier 1 contractor
• Major capital delivery programme with ongoing pipeline
• Opportunity to lead significant electrical engineering packages

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