Project Engineer

Gel Engineering seeks a skilled Project Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role offers the chance to support the successful delivery of crucial water & wastewater projects, ensuring they meet all time, budget, scope, and quality objectives. You will collaborate with the project team to develop, procure and deliver complex major projects at large sewage treatment works at various sites.
What you would be doing as a Project Engineer:
· Identify and develop new opportunities for projects through business relationships.
· Clearly define the project scope and maintain control at all times using company project processes and procedures.
· Identify engineering challenges and implement solution to overcome.
· Ensure management and customers are kept fully informed on all project progress against plan.
· Control scope through the use of the change management procedure.
· Ensure the business and clients’ interests are a priority at all times.
· Operate project within allocated budget constraints and report unexpected variance at the earliest opportunity.
· Maintain accurate risk and issue register and develop mitigating actions to address both. Obtain the relevant TWOSA, TCOP and permits to work on behalf of the business, if needed.
· Point of contact for engineers and technicians on a daily basis both regarding the contract and technical queries.
· Incorporate the Gel Mission, Vision, and Values into every day.
· Prepare risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) as required.
· Prepare handover reports for customers as necessary.
· Complete all system processes in line with the management system.
· Keep senior management up to date at all times on project delivery.
· Liaise with procurement concerning suppliers, deliveries and ordering.
· Monitor sub-contractors to ensure guidelines and compliance are maintained.
What you should bring to the role:
· Working knowledge of on-site engineering projects.
· Previous experience in the water industry (preferred not essential).
· HND qualification within engineering.
What’s in it for you:
· Competitive salary
· 25 days holiday per year (Plus bank holidays)
· Life insurance
· Pension scheme
· GEL Fest - Companywide event for employees and their families
· Wellbeing support through Mindful employer
· Reward and recognition scheme
· One charity day per year
· Comprehensive parental leave for all eligible employees
· Continuous learning and development
Who are we:
Gel Engineering is a forward-thinking engineering organisation dedicated to delivering safe, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions for water and wastewater treatment facilities. We leverage the combined expertise of our civil, mechanical and electrical engineers to provide comprehensive solutions across all aspects of water and wastewater infrastructure.
Working at Gel Engineering:
At Gel Engineering, we recognise that people are the foundation of our success. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We offer a range of opportunities for our employees to develop their skills and careers. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career, we encourage you to apply so you can join our team.
Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment