We’re recruiting a Project Engineer to join a well-established subcontract fabrication business supporting major customers in the UK with (largely relatively minor) fabrication works. This is a newly created role designed to strengthen project delivery capability and provide long-term continuity as a key member of the team approaches retirement in the coming years. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys taking ownership of projects end-to-end — from initial award through to delivery — and who is confident working with clients, suppliers, and internal production teams to ensure smooth, safe and cost-effective delivery. You'll get a secure role within a stable and growing business and the opportunity to work with major blue-chip customers. There's long-term progression and development in a key position with a supportive team environment with strong project ownership. And there's a guaranteed promotion a few years into the future when your boss retires! Project Engineer - Role - Fabrication, Welding, Projects, Account Management, Costings, Sales, Estimator Manage fabrication projects from award to delivery Coordinate engineering, procurement, and production in conjunction with the Production Manager Communicate with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors Ensure safety, quality, and contractual compliance across all projects Gather and provide detailed site and project information to support delivery Liaise with clients on technical, safety and compliance requirements Project Engineer - Additional - Fabrication, Welding, Projects, Account Management, Costings, Sales, Estimator You will also have some input on producing and maintaining technical drawings, including: Preparing shop drawings, assembly drawings and general arrangement (GA) drawings for steel structures Revising drawings based on site surveys or fabrication feedback Ensuring all drawings comply with relevant standards and project requirements And the role includes supporting commercial activity through costing and quotations: Prepare accurate cost estimates (materials, labour, overheads) Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain pricing Develop and submit competitive quotations Collaborate with engineering and production teams to confirm feasibility and costs Follow up with clients to clarify scope and secure approvals Project Engineer - Skills and Abilities - Fabrication, Welding, Projects, Account Management, Costings, Sales, Estimator We’re looking for someone who can combine technical capability with strong project ownership. You need to have previousexperience in fabrication, structural steel, access solutions, or similar environments. Proven experience managing projects in a fabrication / engineering / steel structures environment Ability to produce and interpret technical drawings (e.g. AutoCAD or similar) Strong understanding of site requirements, safety, and compliance Confident communicator with customers and suppliers Organised, detail-focused, and comfortable managing multiple projects at once Commercial awareness and experience with estimating/quotations is highly desirable Project Engineer, Fabrication, Welding, Projects, Account Management, Costings, Sales, Estimator If this could appeal please do apply now