Senior Project Engineer in Wigan

Location: Cumbria

Morgan Sindall Infrastructure delivers some of the UK's most complex and critical infrastructure across six core sectors. From working on projects and long-term frameworks, we believe in connecting people, places and communities through responsible infrastructure. Our people are our business. We leverage their expertise to design and deliver safe, resilient infrastructure through innovative solutions. Morgan Sindall Infrastructure is part of Morgan Sindall Group plc, a leading UK construction and regeneration group with revenue of over £3 billion.

As Senior Project Engineer, you will be responsible and accountable for the design development, procurement, installation, testing and commissioning, and documentation of the electrical element of a project or projects, and provide proactive input into overall programme and commercial activities.

Key responsibilities:

• Review and challenge designs for build-ability and cost effectiveness.
• Responsible for materials and subcontract procurement and control of subcontractors on site, within budget, to the highest quality and safety standards and to the satisfaction of the customer.
• Undertake the commissioning of plant, equipment and processes, and optimise operating in line with agreed performance parameters.
• Responsible for the completion of the electrical scope of works and documentation to obtain Perfect Delivery.
• Provide technical support and advice to design teams in assessing existing process plant and equipment and build-ability of proposed solutions.
• Lead technical, commercial and site management support to procurement teams in quotation evaluation and pre-contract award processes for electrical deliverables.
• Expedite subcontractor designs, off-site works, testing and delivery to ensure compliance of quality, budget and programme milestones defined in the subcontract.
• Ensure all staff and subcontractors promote a safety and environmental conscious culture.
• Assist in reviewing and implementing safe systems of work for mechanical and electrical site activities, including risk assessments and method statements and impact / contingency plans.
• Responsible for the implementation, monitoring and reporting of the electrical installation programme and activities.
• Responsible as electrical coordinator for the control and implementation of electrical safety on site.
• Participate in and contribute to Hazop and Hazcom processes.
• Manage and produce commissioning and O&M documentation.
• Coordinate, control and undertake mechanical and electrical testing and commissioning activities, supervising testing and commissioning subcontractors where engaged.
• Coordinate, control and undertake mechanical and electrical routine maintenance and process operation, supervising maintenance subcontractors where engaged.
• Manage defects and corrective actions.
• Provide information and advice for asset management of mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Proactively develop and manage customer relationships to ensure full satisfaction.
• Ensure the achievement of customer performance targets and Perfect Delivery.

Requirements:

• BTEC HNC in engineering of specific discipline (or equivalent).
• CITB site managers safety training scheme.
• CSCS Site Supervisor - Gold Card.
• Proficient in materials and subcontract letting and subcontract management.
• Proficient in managing site construction and installation.
• Proficient knowledge of health and safety and environmental legislation.
• Knowledge of construction contracts and procedures.
• Ability to work in a team environment contributing across a business unit or area.
• Good management skills, with the ability to motivate self and colleagues to achieve high standards of compliance.
• Good operational planning and time management skills; able to manage projects simultaneously without compromising on standards and quality.
• Ability to ensure standards and specifications are met.
• Ability to work with colleagues to deliver project and operational performance.
• Sound knowledge of construction practices and standards.
• Specialist knowledge in chosen field.

What’s in it for you?

• Generous, incremental holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days.
• Family friendly policies and work/life approach.
• Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Annual bonus scheme.
• Recognition scheme and long service awards.
• Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance.

We offer a share-save scheme, discounts like cycle-to-work and gym memberships, plus support services for colleagues and their families.

The application process:

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK as a UK national. Click "Apply" to upload your CV, provide contact details, and answer a few role-specific questions. Once your application is reviewed, our Talent team will notify you of the outcome. If selected, you'll be invited to either an in-person or virtual interview via Teams.

At Morgan Sindall, we are an equal opportunities employer and Investors in People company, committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace. Morgan Sindall employs only those with the legal right to work in the UK. Proof of eligibility is required during the recruitment process. Morgan Sindall Infrastructure has a commitment to sourcing candidates directly and as such we do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. Please note that any CVs submitted will be deemed as gifted to Morgan Sindall and any agency terms & conditions associated with the use of such CVs will be null and void.