Project Engineer / Senior Project Engineer – Thames Water Region
Permanent role - Mechanical / Electrical | Water Sector | Design & Build | Confidential Employer
Salary - Very competitive, plus Car Allowance
We’re supporting a leading organisation in the water sector to appoint a Project Engineer or Senior Project Engineer. This role suits someone delivery‑driven, commercially aware and confident managing design through to commissioning on complex engineering projects.
What You’ll Do
Manage construction programmes and key milestones
Lead collaborative planning with stakeholders
Prepare and assess tenders
Coordinate engineering teams and supply chain partners
Oversee daily site activity and resolve issues
Maintain the project risk register
Support cost planning and out‑turn cost monitoring
Drive innovation and improved working practices
Ensure full Health & Safety compliance
What You’ll Bring
Project Management experience
NEC3 contract experience
Degree in a construction / Engineering‑related discipline
Strong communication and client‑facing skills
Knowledge of CDM 2015 and H&S legislation
Engineering project delivery background
Mechanical / Electrical background
water sector experience
Desirable: Chartered/near‑chartered, Primavera P6, APMP.
Benefits
Competitive salary
Hybrid working
Car or car allowance
25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (option to buy more)
Pension, Life Assurance, Health & Private Medical Insurance
Additional perks including cycle‑to‑work and discount schemes
Apply now by submitting your CV
Company information
At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for Engineers looking for new employment.
As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included