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GC154:  Project Engineer
Location:  Fort William
Salary:  Competitive

Overview:

Our well-established client are Water and Power engineers with experience from feasibility studies to design, project management and O&M . They are committed to providing practical, cost-effective engineering solutions and have a multi-disciplined international team of skilled engineers and designers complemented by associates with diverse specialist skills and experience.

We are looking for a Project Engineer with a can-do attitude to join their team.  We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and particularly encourage applications from ex-military personnel.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Examining the engineering requirements of designs and comparing these with the commercial and site constraints.
  • Managing suppliers & service providers and keeping track of project programme.
  • Maintaining cost control for projects and their individual elements.
  • Assisting in the supervision of pipe testing and inspection of civil engineering structures.
  • Liaison between designers, site staff/contractors and the management team.
  • Know the sequence of jobs (in the office) and pre-empt the need for information/client input.
  • Work as part of a team to suggest improvements which will benefit our clients.

Work schedule:

  • Regular travel and overnight stays to remote sites.
  • Weekend work may be required occasionally.
  • Paid overtime.
  • Typical work cycle 5.5 / 7, or 11 / 14.

Qualifications & Skills:

  • A higher-level engineering qualification (BTEC, HND, Degree) – likely to be Mechanical or Electrical but would consider Civil.
  • Site experience such as installation and commissioning is desirable.
  • A good knowledge of engineering quantities and programmes.
  • Good ability with engineering calculations and design reports.
  • 4 years+ experience with a contractor or engineering consultancy would be beneficial.
  • Able to work within a dynamic environment with good attention to detail.
  • Able to work to tight deadlines and self-manage priorities against multiple tasks.
  • Strong troubleshooting and multi-tasking skills.
  • Proactive and ability to be flexible in a changing environment.
  • Able to work independently, under pressure and in remote areas.
  • Excellent client-facing and communication skills.
  • A full driving licence.

What we are offering:

  • Competitive salary and paid overtime.
  • The use of company van.
  • Relocation assistance.

GC154: Project Engineer
Location: Fort William
Salary: Competitive

 

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