Senior Mechanical Project Engineer - Water
JOB_52990764662829Job type
PermanentLocation
LeicesterWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
WaterIndustry
ConstructionPay
Up to £70k/annum (Negotiable DOE) + Company Car or Allowance + Package
Senior Mechanical Project Engineer - Permanent - Main Contractor - Leicester - Severn Trent Water Projects
Your new company
You will be joining an established contractor based in Leicester operating in the water industry. This multi-accredited organisation has a strong pipeline of work with multiple major water providers across the country, including Severn Trent Water, and offers excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development. Due to continued success, they are looking to onboard a Senior Mechanical Project Engineer to join their team.
This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Leicester office with occasional site travel as and when required.
Your new role
As Senior Mechanical Project Engineer, your responsibilities will include:
- Managing and delivering projects from concept through to completion, ensuring all works are carried out safely, on time and within budget
- Developing and managing project schedules, resource plans and budgets
- Defining and recording project requirements
- Building and maintaining relationships with both client and external stakeholders
- Preparing detailed documents highlighting costs, schedules and technical specifications
- Managing project delivery teams.
What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful, you must have:
- Proven mechanical-related project management/engineering experience in the water industry
- Working knowledge of NEC contracts and proficiency with Microsoft Office packages
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills
- CSCS card and SMSTS certification
- Full UK driving licence.
What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:
- Starting salary up to £70,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience)
- Company car or car allowance
- Fuel card
- 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Flexible working hours (37.5 hrs per week) with a half-day finish every Friday
- On-site parking
- Modern office facilities
- Continuous training and development
- Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects
- Opportunity to grow and progress your career with an established contractor and more.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or email a copy to james.mayfield-potter@hays.com quoting the job reference #4662829.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Please note - this contractor does not hold a licence for sponsored work visas.Senior Mechanical Project Engineer - WaterJOB_529907646628292025-04-232025-07-23
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