Project Engineer

United Utilities (UU) is proud to be ranked #11 in The Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers List. We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of and to belong to.

Our mission is to deliver high-quality water for a more prosperous, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society. We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities.

Joining us

We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll join a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution. These include:

• A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service, in addition to 8 bank holidays
• A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
• A 10.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
• A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
• A relocation allowance of up to £8,000, subject to eligibility criteria

We are excited to offer you a flexible and hybrid working model that lets you balance your work and life. You can choose to work from our main sites close to Warrington, Manchester, Liverpool, Preston and Kendal, or from any of our other hubs across Cheshire, Greater Manchester, Merseyside, Lancashire and Cumbria. We want you to enjoy the benefits of working with us wherever you are.

Our projects are designed to be environmentally and socially responsible and will offer you opportunities to learn and grow throughout the project cycle. As part of our team, you will benefit from a range of training and development programs, such as support to gain CEng/IEng status, AMP Project Management Qualifications (PMQ), leadership coaching, professional accreditation and mentoring. We are here to support you in reaching your full potential and thriving in your career and beyond.

The role

Are you a Project Engineer with a passion for problem-solving, project delivery and long-lasting and environmentally friendly projects? If so, you could be the perfect fit for our Capital Delivery project teams at United Utilities (UU). We are looking for Project Engineers who can provide engineering input, supporting us to delivery our ambitious plans in North West England, UK.

As a Project Engineer, you will play a vital role in providing engineering solutions and guidance for a range of projects in our Capital Delivery programme. You will collaborate with delivery teams and Project Managers across the project portfolio, gaining insights into the organisation, our major contracts and our biggest industry partners. You will apply your expertise to address engineering challenges unique to our industry and, by working with other experts, you will influence key aspects of our capital programme, making a significant contribution to our success and helping us to achieve our goals.

United Utilities offer dynamic and long-lasting options that will help you grow professionally and personally and you will have the chance to enhance your skill, knowledge and experience in a supportive and collaborative environment. If you are passionate about making a positive difference for the North West of England and want to join us on our journey of transformation, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and become part of the UU family!

Key accountabilities

• Foster collaborative relationships with project stakeholders to drive successful engineering outcomes
• Champion innovative engineering solutions, contributing to project excellence and continuous improvement
• Leverage expertise to influence project direction and integrate engineering insights into team decisions
• Proactively manage project risks and performance, ensuring efficient use of resources and budget adherence
• Articulate and present business cases with confidence, playing a key role in corporate governance processes

Skills & experience
To be successful with your application, you’ll need to show that you meet the following essential criteria:

• Relevant engineering qualification (e.g. HNC or higher) or equivalent skills, knowledge and experience
• Experience of providing technical advice and leading the delivery of successful engineering outcomes
• Hold a current UK/EU driving licence