Contract Engineer

A skilled Contracts Engineer is required to oversee the coordination and execution of technical building services projects. This role involves managing contracts, ensuring resource optimisation, maintaining quality standards, and leading on-site activities through to project close-out. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication, organisational, and technical skills, with experience in complex environments such as data centres or commercial fit-outs. Remuneration & Benefits * £60,000 per annum * Vehicle allowance or company transport * Pension scheme and health benefits * Holiday package with additional leave options * Buying and selling holidays scheme – up to 5 per year * Virtual GP appointments – for you and your household * Flexible lifestyle benefits – critical illness insurance, dental treatment, affordable tech plus many more choices * Employee discounts & cashback platform – discounts from thousands of retailers. * Cycle to work scheme – save 30-47% on a brand new bicycle. * Free eye tests and £100 towards prescription glasses * Annual Wellbeing Health Check Key Responsibilities * Oversee contract management and ensure all works align with agreed terms and project goals * Coordinate internal and subcontracted teams, ensuring competence and compliance * Monitor budgets and resource allocation, delivering value across all phases of project delivery * Drive performance and ensure timely completion of milestones and project close-out Main Duties * Analyse project specifications and review engineering schematics for accuracy and completeness * Prepare and manage technical documentation, including method statements and submittals * Evaluate supplier and subcontractor information for compliance with technical and delivery standards * Update and manage project programmes in line with evolving project requirements * Record site activity and project status via site diary entries and progress tracking tools * Conduct quality checks and oversee on-site works to maintain high delivery standards * Implement self-audit procedures to support internal compliance and quality control * Coordinate resolution of snags, faults, or defects post-installation and ensure thorough close-out procedures are followed Requirements * NVQ Level 3 or above in a relevant Construction, Engineering, or Building Services discipline * Recognised technical qualifications (electrical, mechanical, or building services) * SMSTS or IOSH Managing Safely certification * Project management qualification (desirable) * Confident communicator with excellent stakeholder management skills * Background in delivering projects within technical environments such as data centres, M&E, or mission-critical infrastructure