Project Engineer - EPCm

Ref 77920 Vacancy title Project Engineer – EPCm Function(s) Project Management Contract type Full time permanent Region North East England Location(s) York Description
At BakerHicks, our Project Management team excel in the coordination and delivery of technically challenging projects. We know that budgets are always limited and construction schedules are tight – our project and programme management teams have the experience to balance these resources, keeping stakeholders informed and the delivery on track.

From large-scale, complex developments to smaller improvement works or procurement strategies, we\’re known for developing tailor-made plans that deliver projects to brief, on time and to budget.

The Site-Based Project Engineer is responsible for providing technical and coordination support for the execution of construction activities on a large-scale process industry EPCM project. The role focuses on ensuring that field activities align with engineering designs, project specifications, and contractual requirements while supporting the construction team in resolving technical issues, managing changes, and maintaining project progress, quality, and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Oversight and Field Engineering:

• Review and interpret engineering deliverables (e.g., P&IDs, general arrangement drawings, isometrics, single line diagrams) to ensure accurate implementation in the field.
• Provide technical guidance to construction teams and subcontractors to resolve discrepancies between design and site conditions.
• Support the execution of multidisciplinary construction activities, including civil, mechanical, piping, electrical, and instrumentation works.

Construction Support and Coordination:

• Act as an interface between site construction teams and the engineering office, facilitating communication to resolve technical queries and Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Coordinate with discipline supervisors (e.g., civil, mechanical, E&I) to ensure seamless integration of construction activities across disciplines.
• Assist in planning and sequencing construction activities to align with the overall project schedule.

Change Management:

• Identify and document field changes or deviations from the original design
• Assess the impact of changes on cost, schedule, and quality, and coordinate with the project controls team to update plans accordingly.
• Support the implementation of approved changes in the field.

Quality Assurance and Control:

• Ensure that construction activities comply with project specifications, quality standards, and applicable codes (e.g., ASME, API, IEC, BS).
• Participate in inspections, walkdowns, and punch-list activities to verify work quality and readiness for pre-commissioning.
• Review and verify subcontractor quality documentation, such as Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and test records.

Safety and Compliance:

• Promote and enforce Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies, ensuring compliance with site safety protocols, permit-to-work systems, and risk assessments.
• Participate in safety audits, toolbox talks, and incident investigations to maintain a safe working environment.

Progress Monitoring and Reporting:

• Track construction progress against the project schedule, identifying potential delays and proposing mitigation measures.
• Prepare daily and weekly progress reports, including updates on work completed, issues encountered, and resource utilization.
• Support the Construction Manager in updating project dashboards and KPIs for client and internal reporting.

Pre-Commissioning and Handover Support:

• Assist in preparing systems for pre-commissioning, including punch-list closeout and system walkdowns.
• Support the commissioning team with technical documentation and field verification of installed systems.
• Ensure accurate as-built documentation is prepared and submitted for project handover.

Requirements

CC3 project-specific:

• Package management of the trace heating contract for the project, engaging with the contractor to ensure that it is installed and tested within budget and to plan.
• Support & coordinate with the Notified Body for overall plant conformity.
• Support with delivery of the C&I pre-commissioning scope, including managing Hot Loop Testing, Calibration checks, fault finding, etc.
• Support in managing the insulation contract for the project.

About BakerHicks

We\’ve been innovating in design, engineering and project delivery since 1957 and operate from 14 locations for a truly European reach. For more about our company story, see: About | BakerHicks .

BakerHicks. A Morgan Sindall Group company.

Benefits

Whatever your discipline, you\’ll be alongside some of the most talented people in the industry. Our network of offices are appealing, friendly and comfortable spaces, easily accessible by car or public transport. And, our salary and benefits packages are some of the best in the industry.

What you get will depend on what you do, with individual performance-related rewards also on offer in addition to:

• Company car or cash allowance
• Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan
• Life assurance scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave
• Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc)
• Flexible working
• Family friendly policies
• Employee assistance
• Professional development

BakerHicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout.

BakerHicks is an inclusive organisation welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Applicants are assessed on the basis of personal merit and qualifications. #J-18808-Ljbffr