Project Engineer

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Project Stage:

• Effectively project-manage and streamline the flow of work of all assigned projects until handed over.

• Attend the necessary “hand-over” meetings to identify and understand the ‘conditions of  contract’ and ensure that the purchase order reflects the scope of the work. 

• Conduct design reviews to verify that the sales design complies with the project requirements, procurement budgets and installation method statements before it is  adopted.  

• Check through the water analysis, the mechanical/hydraulic and electrical engineering design requirements of the proposed system. 

• Establish an accurate personnel administration and record system and maintain these in compliance with QA Procedures. 

• Produce a Project Programme Schedule and other administrative documents for each project and issue these to the relevant people ensuring that the Programme is on schedule at all times and that conditions of contract are adhered to.  

• Monitor progress, prepare progress reports and attend progress meetings as required. 8. Ensure that all potential variations are identified, quantified and agreed with the clients’  agents in accordance with the Project Programme.  

• Obtain appropriate assistance and input from other people/departments in a timely  manner so as to meet the requirements of the Project Programme. 

• Prepare a “hand-over” pack for the Service Department and schedule system commissioning. 

• Carry post-project meetings as necessary with a view to improving performance.

Finance: 

• Review the Cost Sheet and necessary resources for the successful completion of the project. 

• Agree on the Cost Sheet and progress valuations with the client and liaise with the Finance  Manager to ensure that payment is being made by the client in accordance with the  Project Programme Schedule. 

• Procure cost-effective equipment in compliance with the agreed Project Programme,  terms and conditions and client specifications and ensure that goods and services are available on time. 

• Monitor the project for scope, time and budget variations and generate a ‘Variations  Engineering Cost Sheet’ for approval and signature by the client before work commences. 

• Prepare cost spreadsheets to determine the project value and margin.  6. Monitor, maintain and improve the project margin where possible without compromising technical quality or standards. 

• Sign off on purchase invoices. 

Customer Liaison: 

• Represent the Company on all matters relating to the project and control all related correspondence and documentation.

• Carry out all client communications politely, professionally and courteously, promoting good relations and efficiency and delivering a professional approach at all times.

• Plan all site operations with the relevant organisations briefed on the technical, safety and timescale requirements of the project.

• Attend site meetings with the Client, Engineering Consultant and Subcontractor when required and issue the relevant follow-up minutes.

• Ensure that standard and special systems Operating Handbooks are issued to the client in accordance with the project timeframe and, where appropriate in larger systems, ensure that clients receive thorough operating training.

AutoCAD

• Produce accurate and legible Process Flow Schematic; P&ID and Plant Room Layout.

• Drawings to ensure that the equipment fits into the space provided with ample service access in accordance with Company Procedures and Work Instructions. 

• Manage the generation of all documentation in accordance with Company Procedures and Work Instructions and the required Project Programme. 

• Produce validation documentation which comprehensively tests the system supplied; i.e. Installation Qualification Protocols, Commissioning Sheets, and Operation Qualification  Protocols, in accordance with the required Project Programme. 

• Ensure that all validation documentation is correctly completed by the Company and the client and ensure that a copy is filed in-house. 

• Ensure that the ‘all water treatment system’ documentation and certification supplied by our suppliers and contractors is traceable to the equipment supplied. 

• Collate the ‘all water treatment system’ certification documentation into a presentable certification file and prepare the necessary quantity of copies for the client in accordance with the required Project Programme. 

• Collate the ‘all water treatment system’ O&M documentation into a presentable  Operator’s Manual and prepare the necessary quantity of copies for the client in  accordance with the required Project Programme. 

• Upon receipt of the Handover Certificate from the client, ensure that a copy of both the  Operator’s Manual and the Certification are available in-house.

    Education:

• B.Eng. Engineering discipline or Chemical Engineering.

Skills and experience:

• Minimum of 5+ years experience in a similar role

• Ability to solve problems and meet project deadlines. 

• Ability to create P & I D drawings and write Functional design Specifications.

• Be cost-conscious and be able to critically analyse new and existing designs to generate cost reductions.

• Have experience of managing multiple projects and are familiar with using project plans.

• Have strong analytical, problem solving and decision making skills.

• Have excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical disciplines.

• An awareness of the potential risks to health and safety on all clients' properties.

We offer you the opportunity to join a Group whose goal is to become the benchmark company for ecological transformation!

What are the advantages of joining us?

• Be part of a forward-thinking collaborative team who will focus on your future career and development both locally and internationally
• Possibility to be part of exciting projects outside of your daily work/ scope for your company
• We are committed to ensure you have the best experience possible
• Veolia is committed to a global social pact for its employees in all its geographic regions.

But also: 

• Flexible working
• Competitive pension
• Health Insurance
• Opportunities for growth and development

Here at Veolia Water Technologies, we know that some applicants don't apply unless they think they tick all the boxes - but we are saying don't worry! We would much rather see your application than risk missing out on your potential!

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.