Mechanical Project Engineer - Water

Mechanical Project Engineer - Permanent - Main Contractor - Birmingham - Severn Trent Water Projects

Your new company
You will be joining a main contractor based in the Birmingham area operating in the water industry. This multi-accredited contractor has long-standing relationships with multiple major water providers across the country, including Severn Trent Water, United Utilities and Thames Water. They offer excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development, as well as a strong pipeline of work in the Severn Trent region. Due to continued success, they are looking to onboard a Mechanical Project Engineer to join their team.
This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Birmingham office with occasional site travel within the Severn Trent region. You will also have the option for hybrid and flexible working (3 days in office/on-site and 2 days from home).
Your new role
As Mechanical Project Engineer, your responsibilities will include:

• Managing and delivering mechanical works on non-infrastructure water projects
• Conducting site visits to monitor project progress and resolve potential technical issues
• Preparing and reviewing documentation, including RAMS and technical reports
• Developing project scopes and technical specifications
• Overseeing contractors and suppliers, ensuring works comply with technical, quality and safety standards
• Supporting project planning, scheduling and budgeting to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery.

What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful, you must have:

Proven mechanical project management/engineering experience, ideally in the water industry

Good working knowledge of NEC and/or IChemE contracts

Sound communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Full UK driving licence.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:

Starting salary up to £50,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience)

Company car or car allowance (£4,600 per annum)

24 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Hybrid & flexible working

Fuel card

Company pension scheme (matched up to 5%)

Continuous training and development

Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects

Supportive and dynamic team

Opportunity to grow and progress your career with a forward-thinking contractor and more.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or email a copy to quoting the job reference number .
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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