1,101 Project Engineer jobs in the United Kingdom

What Are We Looking For

Following continued success, RSE is looking for a Project Engineer with a keen interest in project delivery and management to join our Portsmouth office on a permanent basis. You will be responsible for the delivery of projects and manage the performance of projects end-to-end for the Southern Water framework.

This position would ideally suit someone with the ambition to take on challenges and deliver results, with the support of an experienced team. You’ll be afforded the opportunity to be at the forefront of engaging with clients for our various frameworks, as well as benefit from access to an in-house design team to provide technical solutions in real-time.

Some of your key duties include:

• Project liaison from enquiry stage to final acceptance and documentation, meeting with Clients as required to discuss specific requirements and carry out site surveys as required.
li>Instructing, directing, controlling and allocating work to Trade Operatives & Apprentices, with attention to quality, productivity and safety.
• Ensure all technical information is available when required for the delivery of design and/or construction.
• Interpret and check drawings, specifications and schedules for all activities, directing works accordingly & prepare final documentation (As Built Drawings etc.).
• Early Identification and resolution of non-conformance within both the design and construction phase
• Manage the design of systems and products, ensuring alignment with design specifications and technical aspects.
• Completion of contract documents
• Management of Project Quality deliverables and procedures ensuring compliance with Internal and Client Quality Systems.
• Input to Tender, design and construction programmes including progress updates and reporting.
• Subcontractor liaison, management including tender specification, quotation and H&S documentation review and appraisal.
• Preparation of Construction Phase Health and Safety Plans for projects with Principal Contractor responsibility under CDM.

What do you need?

• Qualification to degree / HND/ HNC in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Water Industry Experience.
• Proven track record in Project Management, with an Engineering or Supervisory background.
• Good time management, with the ability to multitask, plan and organise day to day workloads within a busy environment.
• Good communication skills in both verbal and written communication and ability to follow, interpret and explain technical instructions.
• Knowledge of the tools, equipment, and materials common to all engineering trades, particularly Mechanical and Electrical Engineering.
• Driven, with an ability to work individually and with teams under your direction.
• Innovative thinking, with and ability to learn, understand, and apply new technologies.
• Ability to effectively prioritise and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Who Are We?

RSE is a trusted clean water technology company, developing market-leading products and solutions for purifying drinking water, recycling wastewater, and cleaning water in industrial processes. We are disrupting the water sector, delivering water treatment products, technologies, and services to clients across the UK. RSE provides offsite modular build solutions using a low-carbon approach compared to traditional construction methods and our unique offering to the market focuses on innovation, efficiency, and excellence.

Established in 1982, RSE has grown into one of the most prominent MEICA engineering businesses in the UK water industry. We have created a complete in-house and full-service capability from project inception through to design, fabrication, and delivery by means of installation and commissioning. We additionally have one of the largest servicing and maintenance teams in the market, to ensure we’re on hand for all our clients’ needs.

Our service offering presents industry-leading innovative solutions and our dedicated staff play a key role in delivering our sustainability and wider business goals. With over 2000 staff across our group of companies, our strategic ambition will see the business continue to grow as we expand our operations and diversify our products. One of RSE’s key focuses is driving servant leadership and giving our people the opportunity and responsibility to take an entrepreneurial approach in their career development.

What RSE Offer

To build successful teams and drive the level of quality that RSE is renowned for, we know we need the best people in the industry. Not only do we require the relevant skillsets, but we also need people with the right attitude and mentality to thrive and grow in an innovative and fast-paced environment. At RSE, you’ll be given every opportunity to set the path of your own career through our Business Streams and work within dynamic teams that will require you to rise to the challenge of working for a market leader.   

• Indust y-leading salary based on your experience.
• A flexible career development path, with no restrictions on where your career can go.
• Private Healthcare (Personal).
• Holiday Allowance of 31 days per year, rising to 33 days per year after 2 years’ service.
< i>Holiday Buy / Sell Scheme
• Company Pension Scheme
• Cycle to Work
• Discounted National Gym Membership
• Professional Fees Paid
• Employee Discount Platform
• EV/Hybrid Car Lease Scheme
• Access to our network of health professionals including mental health champions and Occupational Health Nurse.

In a flourishing sector where there are vast career opportunities available, we believe by leading transformation in the industry our offering to the market means our people have the space to thrive.

If you’re interested in a career with a company that will harness your skills and provide you with the support to create your own future within the water industry, apply now.

Project Engineer - Assurance
Location: Flexible across central England (e.g., Bicester / Aylesbury / Milton Keynes etc)
Salary: Up to 64,000 per annum
Closing date: 8th October 2025

About the Role
We are seeking a skilled and versatile Project Engineer to provide technical and professional support for civil engineering assets during the construction phase. You will ensure that assets are designed, built, and delivered in line with programme requirements, standards, and policies.

This role combines on-site presence and office-based oversight, typically requiring 2-3 days a week on site at locations along the contract corridor. You will perform physical assurance, defect management, PMAFs, and pre- and post-construction assurance activities, occasionally acting as the sole representative on site.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver technical assurance for civil engineering assets, including structures, tunnels, earthworks, and environmental works.
• Support senior engineers in risk-based assurance of work packages, developing and implementing assurance plans.
• Undertake NEC3/NEC4 Supervisor duties and ensure contractor processes, procedures, and deliverables meet programme standards.
• Review inspection and test plans, VAPs, and SNCs; report findings and maintain accurate assurance records.
• Act as a point of contact on site, liaising with contractors, sub-agents, and project teams.

Skills and Experience Required

• Broad civil engineering experience with at least 5 years in and around construction sites, ideally client-side or assurance-focused.
• Strong knowledge of construction assurance deliverables, including inspection plans, defect management, PMAFs, and reporting.
• NEC3 or NEC4 Supervisor experience is essential.
• Driving licence is essential.
• Experience across multiple asset types: heavy civils, structures, tunnels, earthworks, and environmental works is desired.
• Chartered Engineer or working toward membership of an appropriate professional institution is desirable.
• Familiarity with UK construction regulations, CDM 2015, and cost/schedule awareness.

Disclaimer:

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.

Here at Blueprint Recruitment, we are looking for an experienced Project Engineer to join a well-established design, engineering, and environment consultancy, on a contract basis. For this role, you will be required to work on a hybrid basis from our client's office, located near Manchester, where you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of water treatment projects, including the United Utilities AMP8 projects.

-Competitive hourly rate ranging from 40-45 (depending on experience).

-Hybrid working arrangement.

Key Responsibilities:

-Coordinate and oversee the project from conception through to completion.

-Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure objectives, timelines and budgets are met.

-Monitor design progress, engineering activities, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards.

-Assist in developing and reviewing project plans, specifications, and technical documentation.

-Engage with contractors, consultants, and stakeholders to maintain communication and alignment throughout the delivery process.

-Support the identification and resolution of engineering and design-related issues.

What we are looking for:

-A degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.

-Proficient in the use of software tools such as SCADA, PLC, and Telementry.

-Proven experience in delivering complex engineering projects within the water treatment sector.

-Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

-Relevant professional certifications or working towards chartered status (e.g., ICE, IMechE, CIOB) would be advantageous.

Project Engineer

Location: Blaydon (with some travel across the UK & Ireland)
Salary: Up to £45,000
Benefits: Pension scheme, training opportunities, travel expenses, career progression
Working Hours: Full-time, Monday – Friday
 

As a Project Engineer , you will:

• Act as the vital link between sales and installation activities.
li>You will oversee electrical and mechanical installation projects within industrial environments, managing both customers and subcontractors to ensure successful delivery.
• Projects can range from single-day to multiple-week durations, taking place across the UK and Ireland. Typically, you’ll take ownership after the sales team wins an order, planning the project in detail (including site surveys), communicating with clients and contractors, and ensuring installations are completed to time, budget, and specification.
< i>Onsite, you’ll kick off and brief the team, supervise subcontractors such as electricians and pipefitters, and oversee the start-up process. You’ll also manage resources, risk assessments, and ensure safety and quality standards are upheld at all times.
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Skills & Experience

The successful Project Engineer will ideally demonstrate:

li>A qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• Experience managing electrical and mechanical installations in industrial settings
• Proven project or contract management background
• Strong project management, planning, and coordination skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal ability to manage clients and subcontractors
• Strong problem-solving skills and confidence to make decisions under pressure
• Ability to read engineering drawings (AutoCAD/Visio desirable)
• A full, clean driving licence and willingness to travel across the UK & Ireland
• Computer literacy, with experience of project management software (Salesforce Service Cloud desirable)
   

The Company

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation within the industrial technology sector. The company is a trusted provider of innovative safety, engineering, and measuring solutions, with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects to global clients. They pride themselves on creating a collaborative working culture, where career development, technical excellence, and customer service are at the forefront.

Why Should You Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated Project Engineer who enjoys taking ownership and delivering results. You’ll work on varied and challenging projects, balancing planning with hands-on supervision, and play a pivotal role in ensuring installations run smoothly from start to finish.

With exposure to complex projects across the UK and Ireland, the chance to supervise skilled contractors, and the support of an experienced team, this role offers both challenge and reward.

If you’re a driven Project Engineer with excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills, this is the role where you can make a real impact.

Job Title:
Project Engineer

Location:
Teesside

Salary:
Competitive DOE

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
li>25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Career progression opportunities
• On-the-job training and development
• Flexible working options (where applicable)

As a Project Engineer, you’ll be:

< i>Pivotal in supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) and development projects from RFQ to pre-production.
• You’ll manage the planning, coordination, and execution of technical activities across multiple disciplines to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery. This includes RFQ processing, cost analysis, feasibility assessments, BOM management, and supporting procurement and validation processes.
< i>You’ll work closely with clients and internal stakeholders to interpret project needs and deliver engineering solutions that align with customer expectations and business objectives. This is a cross-functional role ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic and varied engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities:

< i>Manage and support development and NPI projects
• RFQ processing, material costings, and feasibility analysis
• Review and prepare cost cards for commercial review
• Support PO, sales order, and contract review processes
• Create and maintain accurate BOMs
• Manage materials and subcontract requisitions
• Define specifications for project equipment and plans
• Liaise directly with clients and senior engineers to refine solutions
• Create project metrics, process flow diagrams, FMEAs, validation plans, and customer-specific PPAP documentation

Skills & Experience:

• Experience supporting technical/engineering projects (NPI or development preferred)
• Strong understanding of engineering documentation: BOMs, FMEAs, process flows, PPAP, validation protocols
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and liaise with customers
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• A proactive, solution-oriented approach to engineering challenges
• Background in a manufacturing or engineering environment (automotive, medical, or related sectors ideal)

Why Should You Apply?

• Be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking engineering team
• Work on high-impact projects across cutting-edge sectors
• Progress your career in a supportive environment with excellent training
• Gain exposure to cross-functional teams and customer engagement
• Opportunity to shape and influence project delivery and engineering methodology

The Company:
Our client is a leading organisation in the medical device manufacturing sector, committed to innovation, quality, and the continuous development of both their products and people. With cutting-edge facilities and a collaborative team culture, they offer an exceptional working environment for skilled professionals seeking stability and growth.

Project Engineer

Commuting distance to London (SE1)

Sector Experience: Fire Safety Solutions Installation

Salary: £Competitive

The Client

They are a leading provider of innovative fire safety solutions, specializing in the design, installation, and maintenance of advanced fire detection and suppression systems. With a commitment to safeguarding lives and property, the company delivers tailored, high-quality services across various sectors, ensuring compliance with stringent safety standards. Their expert team leverages cutting-edge technology to offer reliable, efficient, and discreet fire protection solutions that blend seamlessly into any environment.

As part of the main contracts team, you will support a Project Manager(s) in all aspects of project engineering of fire protection systems, based in the London area.

Please consider this role if you are currently a Project Engineer, Contract Engineer, or Contracts Manager 

Responsibilities

•    Site surveys

•    Procurement of labour, equipment and fabrication

•    Liaising with clients, consultants, suppliers and site managers/supervisors

•    In partnership with your Project Manager, be involved in the cost control of contracts/projects

•    Keep records of installation progress and monitor against program of rewards

•    Keep up to date site records, including diary of all site operatives working on your projects

•    Maintain compliance on site with issued and approved method statements and risk assessments

•    Assist with testing and commissioning

•    Location is covering inside and around the M25

Essential Skills

•    CSCS card

•    Background in commercial sprinkler contracts, wet riser systems and dry riser systems

•    Strong understanding of Microsoft Office and similar project management software

Desirable

•    Competitive salary

•    Understanding of Sprinkler related standards BS EN12845, LPC Rules & BS9990

•    LPCB Design qualification(s)

•    SSSTS or SMSTS

•    NVQ level 3 or above in site management/project management

•    Understanding of procurement and cost control

•    A can-do hands-on attitude

•    Excellent customer service skills, with a friendly approach

•    Excellent verbal communication skills

•    Ability to multitask

•    Willingness to learn and develop

•    Reliability

What Argus Fire Offers

•    Competitive salary

•    25 days holidays, plus bank holidays ( 3 days holiday must be used for Christmas shut down)

•    Company pension

•    Life insurance

•    Employee Assistance Program

Please consider this role if you are currently a Project Engineer, Contract Engineer, or Contracts Manager 

For information on the role please call Giles Churchill – Director - Fire at Amida Solutions on (phone number removed). I am available to book calls in from 8am to 8pm Mon to Fri & Weekends.

Project Engineer
£35,000 - £8,000 + up to 25% Bonus + Company Car
Stockport + UK Travel

Are you a technically focused engineer looking for a varied role that combines project management, site coordination, and customer interaction

Our client, a UK-based division of an international engineering group, specialises in delivering ventilation focused engineering solutions across a range of industrial sectors. As part of their ongoing UK expansion, they are seeking a Project Engineer to support the delivery of technical solutions for major clients. This is a hands-on role with strong collaboration between technical and commercial teams, offering a clear route for development and long-term progression.

Based partly from the Stockport office and frequently visiting customer sites across the UK, you’ll play a vital part in overseeing the full lifecycle of each project—from internal handover and technical planning to final installation and commissioning. The ideal candidate will bring engineering know-how, attention to detail, and strong communication skills to manage stakeholders and ensure project success. Ideal candidates will be able to demonstrate relevant industry experience and a strong technical engineering skill-set; for high-potential individuals with strong academic credentials, relevant, ideally UK-based engineering experience is also required.

• Act as the key point of contact for live projects following sales confirmation

• Coordinate technical requirements, documentation and supplier inputs

• Liaise with internal teams to plan resource and scheduling for site works

• Attend meetings with clients to agree project scope and review progress

• Ensure installations run smoothly, resolving issues and adapting plans as needed

• Support site-based activities including documentation, compliance and safety

• Track costs and manage project budgets in collaboration with the finance team

• Assist with testing and final handover to ensure client satisfaction

Essential:

• HNC or above in Mechanical, Electro-Mechanical or related Engineering discipline

• Solid foundation in engineering principles, with at least 3 years’ relevant experience

• Comfortable working both on-site and in a customer-facing environment

• Strong communication, organisation and analytical problem-solving skills

• UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationally

• Located within approximately 1 hour of Stockport

Desirable:

• Background in mechanical or industrial engineering projects

• Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating site works

• Commercial awareness with an understanding of cost tracking and project margins

• Exposure to safety documentation (RAMS), commissioning or after-sales support

This role is ideal for an ambitious engineer seeking variety, responsibility and the chance to grow within a technically complex and commercially significant environment. You’ll be joining a well-respected business with high-profile clients and a reputation for engineering excellence. The company offers structured technical mentoring, support from a collaborative team, and clear long-term development. Package includes a salary of £35,000 8,000 (dependent on experience), bonus and incentive schemes, a company vehicle, enhanced pension, and 23 days’ holiday plus bank holidays (rising with service).

To apply, please submit your CV by clicking on the relevant links. If successful, you will be contacted by one of our consultants within 3 working days. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we expect to receive for this vacancy, if you do not hear from us within this time, you should presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Grassroots Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency and a recruitment business in respect of this vacancy. Grassroots Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and recruiter. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion or disability.

The Role: Trainee Project Engineer

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Trainee Project Engineer to join a leading manufacturer of food processing equipment for the convenience and ready meals sector. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is eager to build a career in engineering project management within a supportive and dynamic team.

This full-time, permanent role based in the UK will provide hands-on experience and structured training, giving you the opportunity to work closely with senior engineers and contribute to exciting projects. As a Trainee Project Engineer, you will support the delivery of customer projects both in the office and occasionally on-site across the UK and overseas.

Main Responsibilities (Trainee Project Engineer):
• Support senior project engineers in managing projects from order to completion
• Assist with project scope development and technical documentation
• Help prepare project schedules, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and drawings
• Support the coordination of logistics, packing, shipping, and export documentation
• Participate in equipment installation and testing activities (FATs and SATs)
• Prepare RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements) for site work
• Assist in producing training materials and customer handover packs
• Gain exposure to budget tracking and project cost awareness

Skills/Experience (Trainee Project Engineer):
• Strong interest in engineering and project delivery
• Confident communicator with the ability to work across teams
• Proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and take initiative
• Organised with good attention to detail
• Competent in Microsoft Office; MS Project or AutoCAD experience is an advantage
• Basic knowledge of mechanical or electrical engineering principles is desirable
• Willingness to travel in the UK and abroad
• Full UK driving licence preferred (or willingness to work towards one)

Salary & Working Hours (Trainee Project Engineer):
• Competitive starting salary with progression opportunities
• Full-time, permanent role
• Office-based with occasional UK and international travel

Benefits (Trainee Project Engineer):
• Comprehensive training and mentorship provided
• Career progression opportunities into Project Engineer roles and beyond
• Involvement in exciting UK and overseas projects
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Exposure to a wide range of engineering disciplines
• Long-term stability with a growing, respected employer

If the position of Trainee Project Engineer is of interest, please click Apply. We aim to respond to all applicants; however, if you haven’t heard from us within 10 days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

If you have any questions regarding this Trainee Project Engineer role, please don’t hesitate to contact our office on (phone number removed).

Project Engineer - Rochdale - £40K-£0K + Bonus

Rochdale, Lancashire
0,000 – £5 000 + Bonus + Annual Pay Rises
Predominantly office-based | Occasional travel

We’re recruiting on behalf of a successful engineering business based in Rochdale who are expanding across all departments and seeking a Project Engineer to join their growing team.

Supplying process plants, systems and equipment to a global customer base, they deliver bespoke engineered solutions and are enjoying strong sales, a full order book, and consistent year-on-year pay increases. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of complex engineering projects from cradle to grave.

The Role

As a Project Engineer, you’ll oversee projects from order through to customer handover, ensuring they are delivered on time, on spec, and to the highest quality standards:

• Managing projects from initial kick-off through to installation and handover
li>Acting as the primary customer point of contact throughout the project lifecycle
• Liaising closely with customers, suppliers, sales, design, production, installation, and procurement teams
• Reviewing designs to ensure they meet project specifications and requirements
• eading project kick-off meetings and coordinating internal resources
• Managing project schedules and ensuring delivery to agreed timelines
• Signing off material procurement for projects
• Organising shipping, logistics, and documentation
• Coordinating and attending Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs)
• Overseeing smooth handover and close-out of projects

The Person

We’re looking for someone with:

< i>Proven experience in a Project Engineer or similar project delivery role (ideally within machinery, process systems, or capital equipment)
• Strong organisational and coordination skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Understanding of engineering drawings and manufacturing processes
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong attention to detail

What’s On Offer:

< i>£40,000 0,000 salary li>Bonus scheme
• Annual salary reviews
• Predominantly office-based role with occasional travel
• Excellent career development opportunities within a growing business

Apply Now - If you’re an experienced Project Engineer/Project Manager looking for your next opportunity, apply today or get in touch to find out more.