Avove Utilities
Project Engineer
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Project Engineer
Opportunity Unmatched: Join Our Diverse Team & Make a Meaningful Impact
Working with us isn’t just a job—it’s a fulfilling career adventure. We invest in your growth with guidance, mentorship, and continuous development, ensuring you reach your full potential. Our inclusive culture means you can bring your whole self to work while contributing to solutions that improve lives, support sustainability, and boost the economy.
We build resilient, adaptable infrastructure solutions—keeping water flowing, energy accessible, and communities connected. Your work matters.
About The Role
Due to ongoing growth, we’re proud to announce a Project Engineer position within our high-performing delivery teams.
Salary: £44,000 – £56,000 (nationwide average, dependent on experience and qualifications) Benefits: Full training + an exceptional flexible benefits package tailored to your lifestyle.
Key Responsibilities
- Support Project Teams by managing engineering activities and overseeing progress against project plans.
- Procurement & Quality Control – Ensure material specifications and schedules align with timelines and budgets.
- On-Site Problem-Solving – Assist in resolving engineering challenges while upholding quality and safety standards.
- H&S & Compliance – Lead Health & Safety documentation, inspections, and compliance with legislation, company standards, and HSQE requirements.
- Project Documentation: Manage procurement schedules, RAMS (Risk Assessment & Method Statements), SWPs (Safe System of Work), and discerning programmes.
- Coordination & Audits – Work with clients and contractors on H&S inspections, ensuring adherence to standards and policies.
- Site & Programme Management – Support activities to maintain programme compliance (QA/ITP).
- Contract Knowledge – Apply basic NEC contract principles (time, cost, EWNs) and contribute to quality planning.
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Skills & Experience
Candidates should have expertise in civil or MEICA projects with familiarity in:
- Water & Waste Treatment Processes – Managing treatment and control systems.
- Control Systems & Instrumentation – Understanding manual/actuated valves, instrumentation, and QI (quality instrumentation).
- Hydraulic & Pressured Systems – Expertise in pumping systems, energy distribution, and critical pressure systems.
- Technical Software – Skilled in MS Project, Excel, Word, and advanced programme evaluation.
- Team Collaboration – Ability to work closely with project managers, site teams, and subcontractors.
What’s In It For You?
We proudly offer a compensation that reflects your skill and dedication—but this is just the beginning. We celebrate excellence and offer a wide array of benefits to suit your unique needs:
✔ 24 days holiday + bank holidays (flexible time options available) ✔ Company pension scheme – Secure your future today. ✔ Life assurance – A safety net for loved ones. ✔ Flexible lifestyle benefits – Choose what works for you. ✔ Financial wellbeing programme – Expert support for wellbeing and retirement planning. ✔ Employee Assistance Program – holistic health and wellbeing support, including mental health first aiders. ✔ Community Commitment – Volunteer paid days off to support local causes + charity-matched contributions. ✔ Professional Development Support – Financial incentive for recognised professional qualifications.
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About Us
We are a trusted partner for the UK’s vital utilities infrastructure. Our goal is to push forward sustainable, cutting-edge solutions that keep water flowing, lights on, and devices connecting.
Our values are built on expertise, agility, environmental responsibility, and deep customer relationships. Partnering with leading utilities like:
- Severn Trent
- United Utilities
- Yorkshire Water
- Northern PowerGrid
- Scottish Power Energy Networks
We’re shaping a future where life thrives without compromise. Ambitious projects. Tangible impact.
Join An Inclusive Community
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer, valuing diversity and fostering an environment where everyone belongs. Our Communities of Practice champion inclusivity, helping us build a workplace defined by:
🔹 Collision of cultures (race, gender, age, ability, sexual orientation, background) 🔹 Pride in diversity – unique perspectives create innovation. 🔹 Sustained progress in making our workplace truly inclusive.
Together, we can drive impactful change and exceptional growth.
Next Steps
Apply as soon as you’re ready—talent doesn’t wait!
If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to drop a line. We’d love to speak with you.
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