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Our client has an immediate requirement for a MEICA Project Engineer to join their team in West Midlands on a permanent basis.

The Role:

- As Project Engineer within the MEICA business, you will bring demonstrable MEICA or industrial installation experience and practical skills to the team.

- You will provide the detailed technical input to the project and ensure works are safe and meet the specifications prior to implementation.

- The Project Engineer will have a strong focus on achieving safety targets and have zero tolerance of unsafe working practices and occurrences.

- They will actively engage the project construction team in the successful implementation of project delivery.

- Working closely with the Project Manager and the project team, you will ensure that project related activities are planned and executed to meet the project requirements in a safe and cost-effective manner.

- You will also contribute to customer satisfaction and ensure quality is always achieved.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities of a MEICA Project Engineer:

- Supporting the Project Management team in the delivery of MEICA projects.

- Production of functional specifications, contractor selection and ensuring that all supporting scope is delivered on time.

- Working with the appointed Designer undertake Design Reviews for compliance and any possible Value Engineering Opportunities.

- Provide data to the project Commercial manager / QS in respect to variation orders and site instructions.

- Manage suppliers of engineering services across all technical disciplines.

- Liaise with any consultants, subcontractors, supervisors, planners, quantity surveyors and the general workforce involved in the project.

- Liaise with clients and their representatives (architects, engineers, and surveyors), including attending regular meetings to keep them informed of progress.

- Developing and reviewing tender documents, both for consultants and construction works.

- Assist with the issuing of ITT’s to the Supply Chain for MEICA works.

- Understanding project risks and co-ordinating mitigation activities.

- Carrying out Technical Assurance checks and audits of contractor activities and outputs through the detail design and construction phases of projects.

- Assisting in the resolution of engineering issues arising through project delivery and ensure quality control.

- Manage multiple engineering aspects of projects from inception to completion, ensuring they meet technical and quality standards.

- Collaborating with project stakeholders, including clients, architects, and contractors, to understand project requirements and objectives.

- Developing and overseeing project plans, schedules, and budgets, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.

- Supporting the project team in preparing detailed MEICA & interface engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.

- Working with the project team by assigning in tasks and providing technical guidance and mentorship.

- Understanding project risks and co-ordinating the mitigation activities ensuring compliance with safety regulations throughout the project.

- Coordinating with other engineering disciplines, such as mechanical and civil engineers, to ensure integrated and coordinated project designs.

- Participating in site visits and inspections to monitor progress, resolve technical issues, and ensure quality control.

- Troubleshooting with the project team in resolving MEICA related issues that may arise during project execution.

- Ensuring that projects adhere to codes, standards, and industry best practices.

- Managing project documentation, including technical reports, change orders, and project records.

- Providing technical support to clients and addressing their inquiries and concerns.

- Keeping up to date with advancements in electrical engineering technology and best practices.

- Preparing and delivering project progress reports and presentations to clients and project stakeholders.

Requirements for MEICA Project Engineer:

The successful candidate is likely to meet all the following criteria:

- Excellent communication skills harnessing the ability to effectively work with the MEICA team, 3rd parties and the MEICA & Civil clients.

- A team player with the ability to co-ordinate project-related activities with clients’ consultants and 3rd parties.

- Good organisational skills.

- Methodical approach with a clear focus on client, customer, and quality.

- Strong leadership qualities and a natural problem solver.

- Ability to work well within a team as well as individually.

- Able to prioritise a varied workload and demonstrate good time management to comply with deadlines.

- Able to work in a busy environment under pressure.

- Possess a “can do” attitude and can provide support to other members of the team as required.

- Methodical, and organised, with excellent attention to detail.

Qualifications for MEICA Project Engineer:

- Educated to Degree level or equivalent in an Engineering related subject, ideally in the field of Mechanical, Electrical, ICA, Manufacturing or Civil engineering.

- SMSTS or NEBOSH qualified.

- Relevant CSCS Card (Either Experienced Technical Supervisor, Supervisory, Professionally Qualified Person, or Manager).

- Three years + experience in working at Senior Engineer level or higher with more than three direct reports.

- Familiar with programme management and maintenance.

- Ability to communicate Internally and externally at all levels.

- IT literate and confident using full Office 365 suite.

- Knowledge of health and safety legislation regarding safe work practise.

- SSSTS / SMSTS.

- CSCS card.

- 1st Aid trained.

- Significant industrial MEICA, Civil or Engineering background.

- Understanding the importance of promoting a safety culture on site.

Desirable Requirements:

- WIMES Standards familiarisation.

- Experience of working within the utilities industry especially Water & Wastewater.

- Strong communication skills – both written and oral.

- Strong programme and schedule management experience.

- Strong interpersonal skills.

- Water & Wastewater Industry background.

- Working knowledge of Microsoft office package.

- Commercial and contract experience.

- Understanding of power project economics.

- Knowledge of MF1, NEC, IChemE or similar model contracts.

- Thames Water Safety Passport (desirable).

- EUSR Water Hygiene card (desirable)