Project Engineer - Mechanical Bias

We are looking to strengthen our Delivery team with a Mechanical Bias Project Engineer / Senior Projects Engineer based at our Southern Water Testwood with hybrid working available.

You will report directly to the Project Manager and assist the Project / Construction Manager in co-ordinating an effective and economic plant design and procurement strategy; ensuring information is issued in time to enable construction, commissioning and putting to work in line with the Contract Programme; provide cost data for forecasts and evaluation of variations.

Key responsibilities will include:

1. Ensure project costs do not exceed tender/varied allowance.
2. Ensure all applications for payment are made on or before the due date.
3. Ensure contract reviews, monthly forecasts are completed and submitted on time.
4. Maintain good client relationships at all levels.
5. Assist with the Project Management strategy.
6. Establish and maintain the contract filing systems.
7. Assist in the production of the contract programme; monitor programme and produce progress reports.
8. Provide data for the timely production of O&M manuals.
9. Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers.
10. Liaise with site management on design and procurement issues.
11. Monitor subcontract performance.
12. Assist in the preparation of the construction completion and take over documentation.
13. Ensure your own continuous professional development by participating in external networking/conferences/associations/groups, to stay current on industry changes and innovations.
14. Maintain a positive and solution oriented approach to work, providing open and honest feedback.
15. Undertake such other duties, training and/or hours of work as may be reasonably required and which are consistent with the general level of responsibility of this role.
16. In all internal and external contact, present a professional and positive image of the department and MWH Treatment as well as maintaining mutually constructive, positive and beneficial relationships.
17. Take all reasonable steps to ensure appropriate confidentiality.
18. Work closely with design departments to ensure timely progressing of quality solutions.
19. Evaluate innovative solutions and processes.
20. Contribute to risk and opportunity schedules on a monthly basis.
21. Ensure designs are developed which are safe to construct, commission, operate and maintain.
22. Undertake design reviews and analysis against submissions from internal and external providers.
23. Provide engineering experience and knowledge of mechanical design and installations and ensure adherence against the Southern Water / CMDP engineering standards.
24. Complete the capitalisation process.

Essential:

• Mechanical engineering background.
• Working knowledge of various conditions of contract especially NEC.
• Engineering/Technical qualification (HNC minimum) required.
• Experience of supply chain expedition.
• Knowledge of water and waste water treatment processes.
• CDM & Health & Safety knowledge.

Desirable:

• Relevant professional qualification an advantage.
• Electrical / Civil knowledge.
• Collaborative approach.
• Previous Southern Water experience beneficial but not essential.

Technical Competencies:

1. Contract Management
2. Governance
3. Budgeting and cost control
4. Risk, Opportunities and issue management
5. Project Planning (schedule)
6. Digital Delivery
7. Procurement (negotiations and management)
8. Solutions development (pre-construction / design development)
9. Client, stakeholder and conflict management
10. Resource management
11. Change management
12. Quality management

Behavioural competencies:

1. Communication
2. Collaboration
3. Client Focus
4. Striving for Results
5. Integrity, Trust and Respect
6. Coaching and Providing Feedback
7. Leadership