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Project Engineer

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6 days ago
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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 Basingstoke 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 Thames 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.

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, Mechanical or Process 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, Electrical and Process 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.              

Industry-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.

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

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