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.
Internal job title: Project Engineer (Capital Maintenance Project Team)
Responsibilities
* Manage and deliver a portfolio of Mechanical, Electrical and ICA projects, with a typical value between one hundred thousand and £1 million per project.
* Be 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 sites more efficient and delivering value for money for customers.
* Work with operations teams and contractors to scope, define and cost solutions that are both cost‑effective and carry minimal risk.
* Oversee the zero‑compromise health and safety policy for everyone working on the project, including undertaking monthly audits.
* Ensure construction of each project aligns with in‑house policies & procedures, broader industry standards, CDM regulations, and relevant British & International Standards.
* Collaborate with delivery partners and contractors to ensure schemes are delivered on time.
* Maintain compliance with Asset Standards, professional codes of conduct, and applicable health and safety requirements.
* Forecast finances for all live projects and report 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 commissioning, training and handover of completed projects to the operations teams.
* Ensure that completion documents – test certificates, operation and maintenance manuals, health and safety files, and as‑constructed drawings – are available and handed over.
Qualifications
* Preferably have a background in Engineering – Civil, Mechanical, or related disciplines.
* Formal qualifications strongly encouraged; ideally hold at least a BTEC or HND in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience.
* Knowledge of Clean Water Processing and/or Wastewater treatment is a plus.
* Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders simultaneously, including internal colleagues, site employees and external contractors.
* Demonstrated ability to work with minimum supervision, be self‑motivated, driven, and utilise initiative to deliver high‑quality work.
* Understanding of health and safety standards, particularly construction works and CDM regulations (additional training will be provided).
* Experience in Construction or Engineering Project Management.
Location & Travel
* Base location may be Aylesbury, High Wycombe or Thame and surrounding areas; you will be expected on-site five days a week.
* Role requires travel to multiple sites depending on the project, including full driving licence, vehicle access and insurance.
* A car allowance is paid monthly.
Working Hours
Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week.
Compensation & Benefits
* Salary: up to £60,000 per annum, depending on experience and skills.
* Car allowance: £4,500 per annum.
* Performance‑related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
* 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 days with the length of service (plus bank holidays).
* Defined Contribution pension scheme – maximum of 12% – twice the employee contribution.
* Annual personal medical assessments available to all employees.
* Access to wider benefits scheme, including a benefits hub for offers and information to support well‑being.
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