Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to support the delivery of major gas and energy infrastructure works across Norfolk. This Project Engineer role will oversee site-based activity on critical operational assets, including a gas terminal and compressor station environment, with responsibility for technical delivery, quality, programme, safety and stakeholder coordination.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Project Engineer with strong site engineering experience who wants to take ownership of technical delivery on complex gas projects while progressing towards broader project leadership.
Key Responsibilities:
* Act as the technical lead for the Project Engineer function across multiple site works in Norfolk.
* Support the delivery of civils, mechanical and associated works within live gas infrastructure environments.
* Review drawings, technical information and setting out data to ensure works are delivered accurately and efficiently.
* Manage RFIs, technical queries and design / constructability issues to reduce delay and maintain programme. Support temporary works planning and coordination alongside the wider project team.
* Monitor quality, defects, as-built records, ITPs and handover documentation through to completion.
* Assist with procurement of technical items and coordination of subcontract packages.
* Work closely with commercial and delivery teams to identify change, risk and programme impacts early.
* Attend site meetings, progress reviews and client-facing meetings as the Project Engineer responsible for technical coordination.
* Promote strong health, safety, quality and environmental standards at all times.
Qualifications & Experience:
Essential
* HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
* Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Project Engineer, Site Engineer or similar engineering role.
* Experience delivering civil engineering, utilities, energy or major infrastructure projects.
* Strong understanding of setting out, surveying, technical drawing reviews and construction methodologies.
* Experience managing technical queries, design coordination and site-based engineering challenges.
* Working knowledge of CDM 2015 and construction health, safety and environmental requirements.
* Proficient in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation, surveying software and Microsoft Office.
* Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with clients, designers, subcontractors and site teams.
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across Norfolk.
Desirable
* Experience working on gas transmission, gas compression, AGI, pipeline or other high-pressure gas infrastructure projects.
* Knowledge of working within live operational gas facilities and critical energy infrastructure environments.
* Temporary Works Coordinator experience or a good understanding of temporary works management.
* Experience supporting lifting operations, lift planning and construction logistics.
* SHEA Gas, CSCS or other relevant utilities / energy sector certifications.
* Understanding of QA processes, ITPs, commissioning activity and project handover requirements.
* Knowledge of National Gas, Cadent or other UK gas network standards and specifications.
Benefits:
* Opportunity to work on high-profile gas infrastructure projects across Norfolk.
* Site-based role with real responsibility and progression potential.
* Exposure to technical delivery, commercial awareness and project leadership.
* Strong pipeline of work across critical energy assets.
* Competitive salary and package, dependent on experience.
If you are an ambitious Project Engineer looking to build your career on major gas and energy projects in Norfolk, we would like to hear from you