Engineering and Projects Manager
SKILLS
FULL DESCRIPTION
Summary
The Engineering and Projects Manager will assist the Chief Engineer with the procurement and execution of new build plant projects and existing plant improvement projects in the UK. The role focuses on the effective delivery of a modular process concept and includes responsibilities for project management, contract administration, and ensuring engineering compliance.
- Key Duties include: Tailoring specifications, preparing quotations, preparing cost estimates, procuring contract works, managing consulting engineers, and budget/programme responsibility.
- Essential Skills: HNC/Degree in Engineering, extensive project experience, familiarity with contract forms, basic engineering knowledge, UK driving license, and strong communication skills.
JOB PURPOSE
To assist the Chief Engineer with the procurement and execution of new build plant projects and existing plant improvement projects in the UK.
The focus is on effective delivery of an established and successful modular process concept.
Assist UK Operational Team with Excellence Initiatives (Process Optimisation, Maintenance and Repair Strategies,
Spare Parts Strategies).
Assist UK Operational Team with Engineering Compliance Matters (Pressure Systems Regulations, High Voltage
Maintenance, Structural Survey)
KEY DUTIES
Tailoring particular specifications to meet issued user requirement specifications and/or project objectives.
Preparation of requests for quotation and tenders for works of all scopes and values.
Preparation of cost estimates, cashflow forecasts and programmes for proposed projects.
Procuring contract works (turnkey, semi-turnkey, equipment supplies only, installation labour) depending on agreed
delivery strategy for project.
Procuring and expediting utility connections to new sites.
Managing consulting engineers and/or contract employee workload for non-core disciplines of civil, structural and
electrical works.
Budget and programme responsibility for approved projects.
Monitoring safety and quality of works in execution and taking corrective actions on non-conformities.
Maintaining records of all activities and resources employed on works in execution.
Contract administration, valuation of works in progress and payment certificates, progress reports for management.
Taking the lead on commissioning new works until “Take Over” by Operations.
Delegating tasks to future members of a growing Engineering team.
Proactively promoting safety and health on project and operational sites by personal example and zero tolerance of
unsafe acts and conditions.
Review of lessons learned with Chief Engineer and Operational teams to continually update general specifications.
Assist Operations team with design and execution of plant modifications, planning of non-routine major repairs and
maintenance tasks, review of critical spares holding recommendations and stock auditing.
Assist Operations team with best practices, process optimisations and plant improvement initiatives.
Ensure full compliance with all Company policies and procedures including, but not limited to, Health and Safety and
Employment.
Fully support and contribute to the upkeep of our management systems (CMS, ISO 9001,14001 &45001)
Any other duties, such as ad hoc projects, as requested by the Chief Engineer, that are within the skills and
capabilities of the jobholder.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS / EXPERIENCE
HNC, Degree or equivalent experience in relevant Engineering discipline
Proven and extensive engineering or project experience in bulk materials processing/handling environment.
Familiarity with a variety of contract forms i.e. MF1, MF2, JCTMW etc.
Basic knowledge of various engineering disciplines i.e. mechanical, electrical, control, civil & structural.
Full UK driving license.
Willingness to work away from home for extended periods.
Ability to self-motivate, work with limited supervision and prioritise tasks.
Flexible approach, comfortable with smart working using voice and video conferencing and “paperless” office making
maximum use of Cloud computing.
Confident verbal and written communicator at all levels of organisation.
Highly numerate with the ability to critically analyse information and provide accurate reports.
Task planning.
Problem solving.
Management of contractors.
Risk assessment.
Intermediate level knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications.
Reading CAD drawings with viewing tools.
Working knowledge of CDM Regulations.
IoSH Managing Safely or equivalent.
DESIRABLE SKILLS / EXPERIENCE
2D / 3D Drafting Skills i.e. Solidworks / Draftsight or similar.
Procurement of equipment / machinery from overseas inc. transport, oversized loads, movement orders
Microsoft Project/Primavera or equivalent planning tools.
Project Management qualification.
NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate.