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

Hours
Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week.

Salary
Up to £60,000 per annum, depending on experience and skills, plus £4,500 car allowance.

About the Role
This role seeks a self-motivated candidate to manage engineering projects end-to-end across Thames Water’s Sewage Treatment 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 for this role 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 simultaneously, with additional projects in scoping and tendering phases. The role involves developing innovative and modern solutions to operational problems, improving site efficiency, and delivering value for money for customers.

You will work closely with operations teams and contractors to scope, define, and cost cost-effective, low-risk solutions. You will oversee a zero-compromise health and safety policy for all project personnel, including monthly audits. Construction oversight will be in line with in-house policies, wider industry standards, and full compliance with CDM regulations.

Collaboration with delivery partners and contractors is essential to ensure schemes are delivered on time. 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) for all live projects will be part of your responsibilities.

Additional duties include drafting, vetting, and approving pre-construction information, project programs, risk assessments and method statements (RAMS), and construction phase plans (CPP). You will oversee commissioning, training, and handover of completed projects to operations teams, 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 wellbeing support.

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

Experience
- Experience in Construction or Engineering Project Management is essential.
- 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 (training will be 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.
- Willingness to travel between sites and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Qualifications
- Preferably a background in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil).
- Formal qualifications such as BTEC/HND or equivalent in a relevant discipline are strongly encouraged.
- Knowledge of Clean Water Processing and/or Wastewater Treatment is advantageous.
- Full driving licence and access to a vehicle with insurance for work travel is required.