Project Engineer in Stafford, West Midlands

Ready to play a key role in delivering vital water infrastructure projects? This is your chance to make a real impact!

Our client has a requirement for a Project Engineer / Contracts Engineer, who will be required to work on a permanent basis in Stafford, UK.

Role Purpose:

• Support the delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects at a key UK utilities site.

• Coordinate plant design, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities in line with contract schedules.

• Assist the Senior Project Manager in managing costs, contracts, and technical delivery.

• Ensure documentation, payments, and programme updates are submitted accurately and on time.

• Build and maintain strong client, subcontractor, and supplier relationships throughout the project lifecycle.

Job Role Responsibilities:

• Maintain project cost control, ensuring alignment with budgets and variations.

• Ensure contract documentation, monthly forecasts, and payment applications are completed to schedule.

• Support the development and monitoring of project programmes and reporting deliverables.

• Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure coordinated and timely project delivery.

• Contribute to O&M manual preparation and final handover documentation.

• Support procurement processes and supply chain management.

• Ensure compliance with CDM regulations and Health & Safety best practices.

• Identify risks and opportunities and contribute to monthly project reviews.

• Assist in producing safe and maintainable design solutions.

• Represent the project team positively and professionally in all stakeholder communications.

Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications:

• HNC or higher in Engineering or a related technical field (essential).

• Engineering background with experience in water, wastewater, or utility infrastructure projects.

• Familiarity with NEC contracts and contract administration.

• Knowledge of CDM regulations and project Health & Safety compliance.

• Strong procurement, subcontractor management, and cost control skills.

• Ability to interpret and coordinate engineering drawings, schedules, and specifications.

• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and team collaboration skills.

• Professional qualification (e.g., ICE, CIOB) is desirable.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Hybrid working options (role-dependent)

• Company car or car allowance

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (plus the option to purchase up to 5 additional days)

• Company pension contribution

• Life assurance and private medical insurance

• Additional perks including Cycle to Work scheme, retail discounts, and family-friendly benefits

Company Information:

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Project Engineer / Contracts Engineer looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.

Voceer presents this job opportunity for First Recruitment Group, a 50 person sized company who are categorized as a Recruitment Agency.

This position is being managed by First Recruitment Group, a reputable recruitment agency known for placing candidates in desirable positions.

All round workforce agency covering Recruitment, Payroll and Workforce Management. We are a global recruitment agency specialising in the Oil & Gas, Nuclear, Power, Water, Rail, Construction, Technology, Aerospace & Defence, Chemicals and Corporate sectors. Our specialist consultants help clients to recruit high quality candidates into temporary, contract and permanent roles at all levels. We proudly support a partnership culture by collaborating and adding value to build lasting client and candidate relationships.

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