Project Engineer

Atkins Search are currently recruiting for a Project Engineer based in East London to join a market leader in the supply of valves, fittings and flow control equipment to the Water, Wastewater, Oil and Gas industries throughout the world.

This established engineering business has a rich heritage spanning over 170 years. Specializing in innovative solutions for water management and infrastructure, they are renowned for delivering high-quality products and services that support environmental sustainability and public health. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, they provide an excellent environment for ambitious individuals seeking to advance their careers.

• Part of a leading global group, offering stability and opportunity.
• Committed to sustainability and innovation.
• Encourages career growth through skills development and progression.
• Values employee experience, fostering a supportive and inclusive culture.
• Actively investing in ambitious growth plans, creating exciting opportunities for talented individuals.

As Project Engineer, you will be responsible for the effective delivery of the portfolio of site service projects (initially working on a £3m penstock replacement scheme in East London) from receipt of contract through to completion, by ensuring labour resources, materials, plant, and sub-contractors are allocated and managed effectively.

• Ensure all projects are planned, managed, and delivered effectively within agreed budgets.
• Ensure the commercial and contractual elements of each project are understood and works are planned and delivered accordingly.
• Survey and scope site works providing sufficient information to produce or support the production of quotations for service works.
• Support the production of significant quotations for service and related works.
• Support the Project and Service sales teams in maximising opportunities.
• Continuously share information on project plans and progress to enable accurate revenue realisation, turnover forecasting, and labour scheduling.
• Liaise with suppliers as required and ensure supplier deliverables are managed effectively.
• Establish and maintain key relationships with customers – ensuring the customer is kept up to date in a timely manner regarding plans, progress, and any issues.
• Attend site meetings and undertake site inspections when required.
• Manage and maintain the highest possible standards of Health and Safety, in accordance with current legislation and procedures/policies laid down by the company.
• Primary point of contact for the customer for all matters related to the delivery of the works.
• Produce RAMS and other H&S documentation as the company and its clients require, utilising the experience of engineering and H&S staff across the company.
• Manage own and team workload to ensure agreed deadlines are achieved.
• Handing customers in a professional manner.

• Experience working within a mechanical engineering discipline.
• Experience working within a construction project environment ideally in the water or utilities sector with subcontractors or SMEs.
• Demonstrable planning and organisation skills, with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Awareness of construction related regulations, e.g. CDM, LOLER, DSEAR, Confined Spaces etc.
• Located within Southeast London / West Kent Region (HQ in Maidstone)
• Full driving license and own vehicle

• A key role within a successful and growing business, with clear prospects for career progression and a culture of promoting personal development, with many opportunities for training and earning qualifications.
• Salary between £45,000 - £55,000
• Car allowance of £5400 per annum
• Remote working (where applicable)
• 37.5 hours a week (08:00 – 17:00 Monday to Thursday, 08:30 – 16:00 on Friday)
• 33 days holiday (including statutory Public Holidays)
• Employee Assistance Programme (Welfare and Wellbeing)
• Life Assurance plan (x3)
• Company pension plan
• Discounts and cashback across many high-street and online retailers

Atkins Search act as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We specialise in Construction, Consultancy, Residential and Infrastructure recruitment and service the East and West Midlands, South Yorkshire, Staffordshire, Lincolnshire, Peterborough, and Northern Home Counties regions.