Mechanical Project Engineer

• To expertly handle sprinkler small works installation from initial enquiry through to final accounts working along side the small works manager.
• Assume specific financial control of projects, delivering the works efficiently and profitably, including responsibility for raising purchase and subcontract orders.
• Effectively manage the installation work on site; attending regular client meetings; having responsibility for health and safety; producing progress updates and reports; and completion of project quality assurance checks.
• Prepare and communicate detailed programmes of work to ensure deadlines and contract requirements are met.
• Liaise with suppliers, design, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure timely delivery and information flow, and accurately report to clients, contractors and governing bodies as necessary and reporting into the small works manager.
• Negotiate, produce small works quotations for contract variations with aid of the small works manager.
• Able to prepare technical reports and submittals including operating and maintenance manuals and handover documents, by collating and presenting relevant information.
• Identify and report deviations or nonconformities from scope, Standards or contract.
• Ability to travel within the UK and visit European suppliers as necessary for the role.
• Any other duties commensurate with the role.

Typical Responsibilities

• To expertly handle sprinkler small works installation from initial enquiry through to final accounts working along side the small works manager.
• Assume specific financial control of projects, delivering the works efficiently and profitably, including responsibility for raising purchase and subcontract orders.
• Effectively manage the installation work on site; attending regular client meetings; having responsibility for health and safety; producing progress updates and reports; and completion of project quality assurance checks.
• Prepare and communicate detailed programmes of work to ensure deadlines and contract requirements are met.
• Liaise with suppliers, design, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure timely delivery and information flow, and accurately report to clients, contractors and governing bodies as necessary and reporting into the small works manager.
• Negotiate, produce small works quotations for contract variations with aid of the small works manager.
• Able to prepare technical reports and submittals including operating and maintenance manuals and handover documents, by collating and presenting relevant information.
• Identify and report deviations or nonconformities from scope, Standards or contract.
• Ability to travel within the UK and visit European suppliers as necessary for the role.
• Any other duties commensurate with the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Qualifications Essential / Desirable To be identified by GCSE in Maths and English Essential Application Mechanical engineering qualification Desirable Interview / Application NVQ Level 6 in Construction Management Desirable Interview / Application CSCS Construction Skills Card Essential Interview / Application Health and Safety Qualification, IOSH, SMSTS, etc. Desirable Interview / Application

Experience

Experience Essential / Desirable To be identified by Experience of construction project engineering or management Essential Interview / Application Experience within sprinkler or water mist suppression project engineering or management Desirable Interview / Application Knowledge of current relevant suppression British Standards and Regulations, including LPC 12845, BS 8489, BS 9251, NFPA, FM Global Desirable Interview Knowledge of sprinkler equipment and installation Essential Interview

Skills / Abilities

Skills / Abilities Essential / Desirable To be identified by Ability to manage client and management expectations Essential Interview Ability to confidently deal with difficult and stressful situations Essential Interview Excellent oral and written communication skills Essential Interview / Application Competent using Microsoft Office packages including Word, Excel, Outlook, Project and PowerPoint Essential Interview / Application A keen eye for detail Essential Interview Proven track record of project financial control Essential Interview The ability to maintain accurate records Essential Interview Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritise workload Essential Interview Read and understand engineering drawings, layouts, and plans Essential Interview Ability to communicate effectively with staff at varying levels throughout the company and externally Essential Interview Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team Essential Interview Ability to supervise and lead a team to produce desired project deliverables Essential Interview Reporting and analysing project KPIs and CTCs to management Essential Interview

Other

Other Essential / Desirable To be identified by Commitment to confidentiality and data protection Essential Interview Able to complete minimum Disclosure and Barring Service ( DBS ) check upon successful appointment Essential Interview / Application Enthusiasm, willingness to learn and "can do" attitude Essential Interview / Application A full and valid driving licence Essential Application Flexible approach to working hours Essential Interview

Accreditations

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