MEICA Project Engineer

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:  

- 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

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:  

- 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).  

- Familiar with programme management and maintenance.  

- Ability to communicate Internally and externally at all levels.  

- Proficient with IT specifically 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).