Project Engineer

We are looking for a Project Engineer to work in our Capital Delivery London delivery office. In this role, you will ensure that the contractors and consultants delivering Capital projects for Thames Water comply with our requirements, standards, and expectations for design, delivery, and Health and safety. Working under the direction of a Principal Engineer, the role is part of the intelligent client Thames Water needs to be able to achieve its capital investment ambitions now and in the future.

What you’ll be doing as a Project Engineer

• Coordinate the development of Project Briefs from the Needs defined by Asset Management.
• Understand project risks and coordinate mitigation activities. Collection of documents and information informing contractor pricing and risk provision.
• Prepare and support technical reviews through the Definition, De-Risking, and Detail Design phases of projects.
• Provide Technical assurance during the delivery, commissioning, and handover of Assets.
• Carry out Technical Assurance checks and audits of Contractor activities and outputs through the Detail Design and Construction phases of projects.

What you should bring to the role of Project Engineer

• Engineering HNC or HND or Degree with an operational or delivery background.
• Preferably Skills in ICA, Mechanical or Process Engineering.
• Good communication skills.
• Understanding of Health and Safety in the Construction Industry.
• Fully proficient at using the appropriate Company IT systems and Office software.
• Hybrid – Hampton Coal Wharf.
• 36 hours a week Monday to Friday, we are open to part-time and full-time applicants for this role.

What’s in it for you?

The team is at the heart of the delivery process taking projects from initial design right through to construction and commissioning. In the role, you will work with a wide range of people from across all of Thames Water and our contractors.

• Competitive salary from £40,000 to £50,000 per annum.
• 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays)
• Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.
• Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
• Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.

Who are we?

At Thames Water, our purpose is crystal clear - to deliver life’s essential service so our customers, communities and planet can thrive.
Water is life’s great leveller. Every living thing needs it, every single day. From people to plants, birds to bees, farms to factories, we all need it to thrive, and we’re committed to taking care of it for us all.
But keeping water flowing is becoming harder. From scorching summers to wetter winters, extreme weather affects everything from our pipes to our local rivers. We must keep millions more kettles boiling, public services operating, washing machines spinning, showers running and more, so every drop is more precious than ever. Are you ready to play your part?

Working at Thames Water

At Thames Water, we recognise that people are at the heart of our business. To help us succeed in providing life's essential service, we need a range of skills and capabilities, representative of society throughout our business.

We seek to attract and retain a cultural mix of people who can offer different but complementary attitudes, values, talents, and knowledge. We understand the importance of appreciating and harnessing the unique skills, experiences, backgrounds, and differences that each individual brings.

Our over-arching diversity and inclusion aim is to ensure Thames Water is a diverse and inclusive great place to work. We encourage applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process.

Find out more about working at Thames Water.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business, meet colleagues and earn some extra money along the way.

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.