Project Engineer - Limavady area

Overview

Expert Construction welcome applications for the permanent role with this highly skilled process Engineering company. With manufacturing locations in both Limavady and Mid Ulster, this role can be located in either location. Ideally applicants will come from a Mechanical / Electrical or Chemical Engineering background and must be prepared to travel monthly to sites in the UK.

As well as a fantastic working environment, they also offer Long Term Service Awards and Hybrid Working ( after completion of 6 month probation ), 2 days at home / 3 days in the office.

Salary: £33,161 + benefits

Job Purpose

The Project Engineer will be required to plan, resource and manage all project delivery activities aiming to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget and to a high standard of quality. The post holder will also be required to work with other engineers to deliver bespoke equipment and control systems to meet project specifications within the water and energy sectors.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

Project Responsibilities

• Work with the Commercial Team to draw up individual project plans and budgets and ensure milestones are being met
• Source suppliers based on the bill of materials and engineering specifications provided. Liaising with design engineers on suitable alternatives/variations when required
• Purchase equipment and subcontracts ensuring compliance to budget and company procedures
• Distribute documentation and drawings to subcontractors to ensure the correct revision is available for fabrication or assembly
• Regular visits to Subcontractors premises to co-ordinate and review production. Liaising with design team to ensure specifications are met and quality checks carried out prior to handover
• Ensure FAT tests/quality checks are performed, documented and snags cleared prior to products leaving for site
• Co-ordinate site preparation activities to include site surveys, haulage requirements, health & safety documentation, lifting equipment, labour resources, commissioning, testing, and client handover
• Prepare, schedule, coordinate and monitor the assigned projects, following the document control process
• Cooperate and communicate with clients and other project participants to interpret their needs and requirements and present solutions/options on an ongoing basis
• Contract management including producing and responding to compensation events, early warning notices and compensation quotes
• Provide the finance team with reports on invoicing and extra costs associated with the project
• Manage on site H&S, Environmental and Quality - working alongside the company SHEQ coordinator
• Manage overall quality control of project and report as required on project status

Essential Criteria

• Minimum 2:2 Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in an engineering discipline (mechanical or similar)
• Minimum of 2 years post graduate experience in a similar role
• A full current driving licence and access to a car. Consideration will be given to alternative travelling proposals in respect of applicants with a disability who cannot hold a licence.
• Proficient in MS Applications: Word, Excel, Outlook, Project
• Ability to work locally in Cookstown Head Office

Personal Specification

• Ability to be flexible and adaptable as the role will involve travel, the majority of which will be in the UK and Ireland.
• Excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills

Desirable Criteria

• Experience in working in water and wastewater industry
• NEC Contractual awareness
• Experience working in fabrication environment

For further information on this super new position, please contact Kevin in strictest confidence on or forward your CV using the link below.

Skills: Mechanical Engineer; Electrical Engineer; Chemical Engineer