Project Engineer (DSEAR) in Cumbernauld

Following continued success, our Chemical and Biological Treatment team is looking for a Project Engineer (DSEAR) on a permanent basis. You will be responsible for supporting the delivery of DSEAR projects with a focus on Chlorine Gas and Methanol Dosing and managing all aspects of their performance. This role also includes managing and working in hazardous environments.

Responsibilities

• Project liaison from enquiry stage to final acceptance and documentation, meeting with clients as required to discuss specific requirements and carry out site surveys.
• Instruct, direct, control and allocate work to trade operatives and apprentices, focusing on quality, productivity and safety.
• Ensure all technical information is available when required for the delivery of design and/or construction.
• Interpret and check drawings, specifications and schedules for all activities, directing works accordingly and prepare final documentation (as‑built drawings, etc.).
• Identify and resolve non‑conformance early within design and construction phases.
• Manage the design of systems and products, ensuring alignment with specifications and technical aspects.
• Complete contract documents.
• Manage project quality deliverables and procedures, ensuring compliance with internal and client quality systems.
• Input to tender, design and construction programmes including progress updates and reporting.
• Subcontractor liaison and management, including tender specification, quotation and H&S documentation review and appraisal.
• Prepare construction‑phase health and safety plans for projects with principal contractor responsibility under CDM.

Qualifications

• Degree / HND / HNC in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience working in a hazardous environment, preferably in Chlorine Gas or Methanol dosing.
• Proven track record in project management, with an engineering or supervisory background.
• Strong time‑management skills, able to multitask, plan and organise workloads within a busy environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to follow, interpret and explain technical instructions.
• Knowledge of tools, equipment and materials common to all engineering trades, particularly mechanical and electrical engineering.
• Driven, able to work individually and with teams under your direction.
• Innovative thinking, with an ability to learn, understand and apply new technologies.
• Ability to prioritise and execute tasks in a high‑pressure environment.
• Full UK driving licence.

Benefits

• Industry‑leading salary based on experience.
• Hybrid working (where applicable).
• Flexible career development path with no restrictions.
• Private healthcare (personal).
• Holiday allowance of 31 days per year, rising to 33 days after 2 years’ service.
• Holiday buy/sell scheme.
• Company pension scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Professional fees paid.
• Employee discount platform.
• EV / hybrid car lease scheme.
• Access to network of health professionals including mental health champions and occupational health nurse.