Project Engineer

Excellent opening for a seasoned Project Engineer or an ambitious Senior Engineer looking to take the step up!

A major UK contractor is looking for a Project Engineer to support delivery on a large, complex project with significant steelwork and self-delivered civils activities. This role sits just below the Project Manager and is ideal for someone who's organised, technically confident and able to keep design, planning and site teams working in sync.

The Role

You'll help manage the technical and coordination side of the project, making sure steelwork and civils activities are built safely, correctly and in line with the design. You'll work closely with the Project Manager, supporting them with planning, reporting and day-to-day problem-solving. You'll be a key link between designers, subcontractors and site teams, helping keep the programme moving and resolving issues before they slow things down.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate drawings, technical information and specifications for steelwork and civils

Work with site teams to make sure works are delivered safely, correctly and in the right sequence

Manage RFIs, design queries and interface issues with designers and consultants

Support temporary works processes, ensuring designs, permits and checks are in place

Assist with short-term planning, look-ahead schedules and progress updates

Maintain quality records, inspections and handover documentation

Spot risks, clashes and constraints early and help develop practical solutions

Keep communication clear between engineering, planning, commercial and delivery teams

Support the Project Manager with coordination, reporting and general project control

Required Experience

Experience as a Project Engineer or Senior Engineer on major civils or infrastructure projects

Good understanding of structural steelwork, erection processes and temporary works

Comfortable working within a self-delivery environment with direct labour and specialist teams

Strong organisational, documentation and communication skills

Confident interpreting drawings, specifications and technical details

Relevant qualification in civil engineering or construction management

Desirable

Experience in complex or high-risk environments such as energy, industrial, defence or rail

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