Location
Isleworth, London (Base location: Mogden STW, Twickenham). This role requires travel to multiple sites depending on projects. A full driving licence, access to a vehicle, and insurance for work travel are required. A car allowance is paid monthly.

Hours
Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week.

Salary
Up to £64,500 per annum, including car allowance, depending on experience and skills.

About the Role
This role seeks a self-motivated candidate to manage engineering projects end-to-end across Thames Water’s operational sites and estate. You will manage all aspects of CAPEX projects, including initial scoping, competitive tendering, contractor procurement, site setup and inductions, health and safety inspections, commissioning, training, and handover to operations teams. The internal job title is ‘Project Engineer’ within the Capital Maintenance Project Team.

You will manage and deliver a portfolio of Mechanical, Electrical, and ICA projects, typically valued between £100,000 and £1 million each. You will be individually responsible for multiple live projects while also managing projects in scoping and tendering phases.

The role involves developing innovative and modern solutions to operational problems, working with operations teams and contractors to scope, define, and cost cost-effective, low-risk solutions. You will oversee strict health and safety policies, including monthly audits, and ensure construction complies with in-house policies, wider industry standards, and CDM regulations.

Collaboration with delivery partners and contractors is essential to ensure timely delivery. You will maintain compliance with Asset Standards, British & International Standards, and professional codes of conduct. Financial forecasting and reporting on the value of work done (VOWD) are key responsibilities.

You will draft, vet, and approve pre-construction information, project programs, risk assessments and method statements (RAMS), and construction phase plans (CPP). The role also includes overseeing commissioning, training, and handover of completed projects, ensuring all completion documents such as test certificates, operation and maintenance manuals, health and safety files, and as-constructed drawings are available and handed over.

Benefits
26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with length of service (plus bank holidays). Contributory pension scheme (Defined Contribution) with a maximum of 12% employer contribution (2x employee contribution). Personal medical assessments available annually. Access to a wider benefits scheme including offers and well-being support.

Thames Water is the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, serving over 16 million customers. The company is committed to building a better future for customers, communities, people, and the planet. Thames Water offers meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and excellent benefits in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Applicants are supported throughout the recruitment process, with adjustments available if needed. Employees have the opportunity to support customers on the frontline as ambassadors, with full training provided.

Disclaimer
Due to high application volumes, the advert may close earlier than the advertised date. Early application is encouraged to avoid disappointment.

Experience
- Experience in Construction or Engineering Project Management.
- Ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders including internal colleagues, site employees, and external contractors.
- Understanding of Health and Safety standards related to construction works, including CDM regulations (additional training provided).

About you
- Self-motivated, driven, and able to work with minimum supervision.
- Strong initiative and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Qualifications
- Preferably a background in Engineering such as Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering.
- Formal qualifications strongly encouraged, ideally at least a BTEC/HND in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience.
- Knowledge of Clean Water Processing and/or Wastewater Treatment is advantageous.