Senior Project Engineer in Ipswich

Senior Project Engineer in Ipswich

Ipswich Full-Time 51750 - 63250 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead major projects, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with specifications.
  • Company: Dynamic engineering firm focused on innovation and excellence.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, car allowance, private medical insurance, and personal development opportunities.
  • Other info: Flexible benefits and a supportive environment for career growth.
  • Why this job: Join a team that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement in project delivery.
  • Qualifications: Experience in major projects with electrical or mechanical focus and strong leadership skills.

The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.

  • Senior Project Engineer
  • Ipswich/Norwich
  • Permanent
  • Competitive Salary + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits: Competitive, DOE
  • Summary
  • We have an exciting opportunity for an
  • MEP

Senior Project Engineer to join our team and help deliver a major framework.

You’ll be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered to specification, on time, and within budget.

You will work closely with both pre-contract and production teams, driving excellence and continuous improvement throughout the project lifecycle.

  • Key Deliverables
  • Responsibility for the Electrical or Mechanical packages of the project and their successful delivery.
  • Leading Health & Safety practices across all project activities, ensuring our “Safety first and foremost” culture is upheld.
  • Supporting pre-commencement procedures to minimise risk and ensure compliance with company governance.
  • Identifying and managing project risks and opportunities, taking ownership of mitigation strategies.
  • Re‑engineering installations to meet customer requirements while optimising profitability.
  • Providing accurate and timely progress updates for both site and financial reporting.
  • Ensuring all activities comply with internal procedures and external legislation.
  • Leading and engaging project teams, setting clear expectations and managing performance.
  • Building strong relationships with customers to support efficient delivery and future opportunities.
  • Managing successful project closure, ensuring quality, commercial targets, and compliance are met.
  • What we’re looking for
  • Has a background of delivering on major projects with either an electrical or mechanical bias.
  • Demonstrates strong leadership and team engagement skills.
  • Has a solid understanding of project engineering within a manufacturing or construction environment.
  • Is confident in managing risk, compliance, and customer relationships.
  • Is committed to continuous improvement and high‑quality delivery.
  • Brings a solutions‑focused mindset and a drive for innovation.

Benefits

  • Car/Car allowance
  • Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle)
  • Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution
  • Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program (including counselling sessions and legal advice)
  • Flexible benefits including Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Travel Insurance, Tax-Free Bikes
  • Personal development programme
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Senior Project Engineer in Ipswich employer: NG Bailey Engineering

NG Bailey is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the North East where innovation and collaboration thrive. Employees benefit from a strong focus on safety and wellbeing, alongside ample opportunities for career development and training, making it an ideal place for professionals eager to contribute to high-profile MEP projects. Join us to be part of a team that values quality and sustainability while enjoying competitive salaries and benefits.

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Contact Details:

NG Bailey Engineering Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Project Engineer in Ipswich

Project Management
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Health & Safety Management
Risk Management
Compliance Management
Customer Relationship Management