Project Engineer

Position: Project Engineer Location: Surrey Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 Plus Car/Allowance & Package The Role: Our client is a Tier 1 D&B Contractor operating predominantly in the water industry who have been awarded a programme of work to deliver non-infrastructure water and wastewater projects for Thames Water and the are recruiting for a Project Engineer to help deliver these projects. You will report directly to the Project Manager and you will assist the Project / Construction Manager in co-ordinating an effective and economic plant design and procurement strategy; ensuring information is issued in time to enable construction, commissioning and putting to work in line with the Contract Programme; provide cost data for forecasts and evaluation of variations Responsibilities: Ensure project costs do not exceed tender/varied allowance Ensure all applications for payment are made on or before the due date Ensure contract reviews, monthly forecasts are completed and submitted on time Assist with the Project Management strategy Establish and maintain the contract filing systems Assist in the production of the contract programme; monitor programme and produce progress reports Provide data for the timely production of O&M manuals Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers Liaise with site management on design and procurement issues Monitor subcontract performance Assist in the preparation of the construction completion and take over documentation Work closely with design departments to ensure timely progressing of quality solutions Evaluate innovative solutions and processes Contribute to risk and opportunity schedules on a monthly basis Ensure designs are developed which are safe to construct, commission, operate and maintain Complete the capitalisation process Experience: Electrical or Mechanical engineering background Working knowledge of various conditions of contract especially NEC Engineering/ Technical qualification (HNC minimum) required Experience of supply chain expedition Knowledge of water and waste water treatment processes CDM & Health & Safety knowledge Relevant professional qualification an advantage (Desirable)