VolkerWessels UK
Electrical Project Engineer
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About us
Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service.
About the role
We are looking for an experienced Electrical Project Engineer to join our growing team supporting the delivery of major projects in the Anglian Water region.
As an Electrical Project Engineer, you will be responsible for the delivery and technical governance of electrical packages, managing MEICA procurement packages through to delivery, installation, commissioning and handover. You will ensure project requirements are achieved while maintaining compliance with client specifications, industry standards and all relevant regulations throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the delivery of electrical and MEICA packages from procurement through to installation, commissioning and handover.
- Coordinate mechanical, electrical and civil activities to ensure successful project delivery.
- Lead the selection, procurement and management of electrical subcontractors and suppliers.
- Review electrical designs, specifications, URS/FDS documentation and ensure compliance with project requirements.
- Drive value engineering, cost control and standardisation of electrical solutions.
- Oversee equipment maintenance, defect management and repair activities throughout the project lifecycle.
- Support planning, programme management and progress reporting.
- Conduct and witness FATs, SATs and commissioning activities where required.
- Review subcontractor RAMS and ITPs, ensuring quality and safety standards are met.
- Ensure compliance with client procedures, industry standards and ATEX requirements.
- Build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
- Support commissioning activities, client training and project handover.
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About you
We're looking for someone with strong technical expertise and experience delivering electrical works within an infrastructure, utilities or water industry environment.
You'll ideally have:
- BEng, HNC, HND or equivalent engineering qualification.
- Experience in electrical package management and site supervision.
- Knowledge of NEC contracts and subcontract management.
- Experience working to WIMES and water industry specifications.
- Strong understanding of electrical installation, testing and commissioning.
- Excellent communication and planning skills.
- CSCS card holder.
- SMSTS (Desirable)
- Knowledge of ATEX, DSEAR and instrumentation systems. (Desirable)
If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.
Why work with us?
VolkerStevin is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.
By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerStevin are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.
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We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including:
- Competitive salary
- Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
- Option to buy additional annual leave
- Private medical care
- Pension
- Life Assurance
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
- Training and development opportunities—comprehensive skills-based training
- Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity benefits
- Employee Assistance
- Flexible working opportunities
- programme
- Mental health, physical health, and financial support
- 24/7 Virtual GP service
Fairness, inclusion and respect
We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.
If you need support with your application, please contact us at Careers@volkerwessels.co.uk
Additional information
Note for Recruitment Agencies:
Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release.
We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed.
VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
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