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JOB - Project Engineer
LOCATION- Birmingham
TERM- Permanent (Hybrid)
SALARY- £45,000 - £50,000 per annum and great benefits

Are you a proactive and driven Project Engineer looking to take on meaningful work? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where innovation, collaboration, and sustainability go hand in hand?

Join a global leader committed to ecological transformation. We offer clear pathways for career growth, a flexible benefits package, and the opportunity to contribute to projects that make a genuine difference to communities and the environment.

In this role, you'll help deliver cutting-edge water solutions that support a more sustainable future. Working within a skilled and supportive team, you'll gain hands-on experience across exciting projects that challenge you to grow while making a positive impact on the planet. 

The Project Engineer Key Responsibilities are;

Drive Project Success- Take charge of projects from concept through to completion ensuring delivery meets client expectations, timelines, and budget requirements. You'll lead the way in delivering cutting-edge water solutions that make a real impact.
Optimise Resources- Stay ahead of the curve by identifying resource needs early, managing changes with agility, and applying smart cost-control strategies. Your focus on efficiency will help keep projects streamlined and financially on target.
Lead with Purpose- Inspire and guide project teams, promoting a culture of safety, collaboration, and technical excellence. Your leadership will empower others to perform at their best and consistently exceed expectations.
Partner Across the Business- Work closely with sales and proposal teams, offering technical guidance that strengthens bids and enables smooth project transitions. Your expertise will help secure new opportunities and set the foundation for project success.
Promote Safety First- Act as a champion for health and safety, conducting detailed risk assessments and ensuring best practices are followed at every stage. Your vigilance will safeguard team members and contribute to successful project outcomes.
Build Strong Client Relationships- Serve as a trusted point of contact for clients, keeping their goals front and centre throughout each project. Your proactive communication and dedication to service will foster long-term, successful partnerships.
 The Project Engineer role will involve:

Goal-Oriented and Accountable- You're motivated by achieving results and have a history of delivering high-impact outcomes. Your structured, reliable approach ensures deadlines are met and expectations are regularly surpassed.
Skilled Communicator- You express ideas clearly and confidently both in speech and writing. Whether you're sharing technical details or collaborating across teams, you communicate with clarity and purpose, and you value active listening just as much.
Collaborative and Inspiring- You work exceptionally well with others and naturally foster strong, respectful relationships. A team player at heart, you support your colleagues while also leading by example and motivating others to succeed.
Proactive and Solutions-Oriented- You're quick to identify potential issues and take initiative before they become roadblocks. With a practical, forward-thinking mindset, you approach complex problems with creativity and confidence.
Curious and Always Evolving- You embrace challenges as opportunities to grow. With a genuine passion for learning, you actively seek out new knowledge, skills, and industry insights to stay ahead of the curve.
Champion of Safety- You lead with a strong commitment to health and safety. Your proactive approach ensures risks are identified early and addressed effectively protecting both people and project outcomes.
If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up-to-date CV as soon as possible, along with your availability and your salary expectation

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