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Project Engineer

  • Location: Girvan
  • Salary: £ DOE + Benefits
  • Job Type:Permanent

Posted about 1 month ago

Overview:

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Engineer to join a leading engineering team within the renewable energy sector. Based in Girvan, Scotland, this role offers the chance to contribute to impactful projects from concept through to completion, ensuring high standards in safety, efficiency, and innovation. This position is perfect for an engineer with a strong background in project management and a passion for sustainability.

The Role:

As a Project Engineer, you will collaborate closely with the Operations team to scope new projects, ensure budget adherence, and drive project targets through effective planning and team coordination. Reporting to the Engineering Projects Implementation Leader, your role will encompass all stages of project execution, from developing tender strategies and procuring suppliers to maintaining compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards. You’ll be instrumental in managing project risks, fostering supplier relationships, and ensuring a seamless handover to Operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate with Operations to scope new projects, ensuring design details align with budget and timelines.
  • Manage tender processes and procurement for subcontractors and materials, achieving project targets.
  • Implement commercial strategies, monitor contract compliance, and maintain accurate project documentation.
  • Develop and review project plans, monitor progress, and proactively address potential issues.
  • Lead Health, Safety, and Environmental initiatives alongside the HSE team, developing Quality Plans specific to each project.
  • Oversee project handovers, ensuring all tests and commissioning progress are witnessed, and that O&M manuals and final construction drawings are provided.
  • Promote a positive safety culture and contribute to continuous improvement across multiple operations sites.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

  • Demonstrates commitment to continuous improvement and high standards in Health, Safety, and Environmental compliance.
  • Builds strong relationships with team members and external stakeholders, fostering clear communication and project alignment.
  • Commercially aware, leveraging resources efficiently to meet targets.
  • Adapts to evolving project demands, ensuring timely and quality delivery.
  • Technically skilled, with strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to overcoming project challenges.
  • Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, ERP systems, and ideally experienced with Microsoft Project (or similar).

Qualifications:

  • Degree in Engineering Project Management, Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, or a related field.
  • Full, ideally clean, driving license with access to a vehicle for travel to multiple sites.
  • Approximately 4+ years of post-graduate experience.

Desirable:

  • Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Renewable Energy, or a relevant engineering field.

Location & Benefits:

Based in Girvan, Scotland, this role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking renewable energy company. The successful candidate will enjoy professional development, recognition, and potential for growth within a collaborative environment.

If you are an experienced Project Engineer passionate about renewable energy and skilled in managing complex projects, we invite you to apply for this rewarding role and join a company dedicated to sustainable innovation.

Work with Sustain Recruitment to find your next opportunity. We can introduce you to companies across the renewables sector that provide consultancy, development, installation, and O&M services. We represent engineers, project managers, and technicians across the renewable energy sector.