M&E Project Engineer

M&E Project Engineer/Senior Project Engineer Location: Sandown - Isle of Wight (Southampton first 6-9 months) Rate: £500 per day + Ferry Travel costs Duration: 12 Months+/ongoing The Opportunity We are currently looking to strengthen the delivery team with an experienced M&E Project Engineer to support the delivery of a major clean water Non-infrastructure project in Sandown. The role will be based in Southampton for the first 6-9 months of the assignment, before moving across to the Isle of Wight as the project progresses past pre-construction. Travel to and from the Isle of Wight will be paid for, making this an attractive opportunity for candidates based on the mainland who are looking for a long-term project without having to absorb the additional travel costs. Reporting into the M&E management team, you will support the Project and Construction Managers in coordinating the engineering, design, procurement and delivery strategy. You will play a key role in ensuring technical information is issued in time to support construction and commissioning, while also contributing to project cost control, programme management and commercial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Project and Construction Managers in developing and implementing an effective M&E delivery strategy.
• Coordinate engineering, design and procurement activities to ensure information is available to support construction and commissioning.
• Monitor project costs against tender and approved variation allowances.
• Provide relevant cost and progress information for project forecasts and reporting.
• Support the preparation and management of the project programme.
• Monitor progress against programme and produce regular progress reports.
• Liaise closely with design teams to ensure technical solutions are developed and progressed in a timely manner.
• Ensure designs are developed with consideration for safe construction, commissioning, operation and maintenance.
• Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage supply chain expedition and monitor subcontractor performance.
• Work closely with site management to resolve design, procurement and delivery issues.
• Assist with contract reviews and monthly forecasting.
• Support the preparation of applications for payment and associated project information.
• Maintain effective project and contract filing systems.
• Support the preparation of O&M manuals and handover documentation.
• Assist with construction completion, commissioning and project take-over activities.
• Contribute to project risk and opportunity schedules.
• Evaluate innovative engineering solutions and processes where appropriate.
• Support the capitalisation process.
• Maintain strong and professional relationships with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure all work is undertaken in accordance with relevant CDM and Health & Safety requirements.
• Maintain a positive, collaborative and solution-focused approach throughout the project.

About You

We are looking for an experienced M&E Project Engineer with a solid engineering background and experience supporting the delivery of major infrastructure projects. A background within the water and wastewater sector would be highly beneficial, particularly candidates who understand the challenges associated with M&E installation, treatment processes, construction and commissioning. Essential Experience

• Strong engineering / technical background.
• HNC or higher engineering/technical qualification.
• Experience working on major construction or infrastructure projects.
• Experience coordinating engineering, design, procurement and site delivery activities.
• Experience working with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Proven experience with supply chain expedition.
• Working knowledge of NEC and other relevant forms of contract.
• Knowledge of water and wastewater treatment processes.
• Good understanding of CDM and Health & Safety requirements.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across engineering, commercial, design and construction teams.

Desirable

• Relevant professional engineering qualification.
• Experience supporting M&E delivery from design through construction and commissioning.
• Strong commercial and programme awareness.
• A collaborative and solutions-focused approach. The Package
• £500 per day
• Long-term project assignment
• First 9 months based in Southampton
• Subsequent project delivery on the Isle of Wight
• Travel to and from the Isle of Wight paid for
• Major water and wastewater infrastructure project
• Opportunity to work across engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning