Engineering Manager
Avonmouth, Bristol | Major EPC Renewable Energy Project
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced
Engineering Manager
to take the lead engineering role on a major UK engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) project within the renewable energy and resource recovery sector.
As the senior engineering authority on the project, you will provide technical leadership across the full project lifecycle, from concept design through procurement, construction, commissioning and handover. You will lead a multidisciplinary engineering team, manage key stakeholder relationships and ensure the successful delivery of a safe, compliant and high-performing facility.
This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in the delivery of a large-scale infrastructure project that supports the UK's sustainability and decarbonisation objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Engineering Leadership
Lead and coordinate all engineering activities throughout the project lifecycle. Provide strategic direction to multidisciplinary engineering teams and specialist consultants. Develop engineering execution plans, design schedules and resource strategies. Ensure all engineering deliverables meet contractual, budget, programme and quality requirements. Mentor, develop and support engineering personnel across the project. Design Management & Technical Assurance
Oversee design development to ensure solutions are safe, constructible, operable and maintainable. Lead design reviews, value engineering workshops, HAZID and HAZOP studies. Review and approve technical reports, calculations, specifications and design packages. Ensure compliance with project requirements, UK regulations, British Standards and Eurocodes. Manage technical interfaces between engineering disciplines and external stakeholders. Procurement & Supplier Management
Support procurement activities through development of technical specifications and scopes of work. Evaluate technical bids and vendor submissions. Manage technical relationships with suppliers, contractors and specialist vendors. Ensure procurement decisions align with project objectives and lifecycle performance requirements. Construction & Commissioning Support
Provide engineering leadership during construction and commissioning phases. Resolve technical issues arising during site execution. Review technical queries, design changes and site instructions. Support construction planning and sequencing activities. Conduct regular site visits and inspections to ensure engineering requirements are implemented correctly. Stakeholder Management
Act as the primary engineering representative with clients, regulators and key stakeholders. Present technical solutions, project progress and risk assessments to senior stakeholders. Participate in steering committees, progress reviews and project meetings. Support future project and business development activities when required. Project Controls & Reporting
Manage engineering budgets, forecasts and resource plans. Monitor engineering performance against cost and programme targets. Coordinate engineering progress with project controls and scheduling functions. Provide regular reporting on project performance, risks and engineering progress. Health, Safety & Compliance
Champion a strong safety culture throughout the project. Ensure compliance with CDM 2015 and all relevant UK legislation and regulations. Support design-for-safety principles and engineering risk management processes. Ensure engineering activities meet statutory, environmental, contractual and governance requirements. Identify and mitigate engineering risks throughout project delivery. About You
Essential Experience
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Electrical, Process Engineering or a related discipline. Minimum
15 years' engineering experience
within EPC, industrial, infrastructure, energy, process plant, renewable energy, water or waste-to-energy sectors. At least
5 years in a senior engineering leadership role . Proven track record delivering
large-scale EPC projects exceeding £50m in value . Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams and managing external consultants. Strong understanding of engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and project controls. Experience in design management, technical assurance and process plant or industrial facility design. Procurement and vendor management experience, including technical bid evaluation. Experience in budget management, risk management, contract administration and change management. Strong knowledge of UK regulatory, environmental and planning frameworks. Familiarity with CDM 2015, British Standards and Eurocodes. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and engineering project delivery software. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Right to work in the UK. Desirable
Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working towards chartership. Master's degree in an engineering discipline. Membership of a recognised engineering institution. Experience operating under NEC4, FIDIC or EPC contract forms. Experience in renewable energy, anaerobic digestion, waste-to-resource or wastewater projects. What's on Offer
Opportunity to lead the engineering delivery of a major UK infrastructure and renewable energy project. Significant autonomy and influence within a senior leadership position. Exposure to complex multidisciplinary EPC project delivery. Long-term career development within a growing and sustainable sector. Location:
Avonmouth, Bristol (site-based) with travel to clients, suppliers and project stakeholders as required.
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