Assistant Project Engineer

Severn Trent Water

  • Warwickshire
  • £36,000-40,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 days ago
Hello. We're Severn Trent and we think water is wonderful. And we're pretty keen on people, too.24 hours a day, 365 (sometimes 366) days a year we serve 4.8 million households and businesses across the heart of the UK. Each cuppa drank, each toilet flushed is only possible because of the 7,000 brilliant team members working across our patch.We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality. We know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our customers and the communities where they live.If you want to do more because you care, we'd love to talk to you. There really is something for everyone here.EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOWWe're looking for our next Assistant Project Engineer to join the Development Engineering team in Developer Services.The team are an enabler to developer infrastructure projects delivering engineering projects of around £10m per year.In this role, you'll support the Lead Project Manager and Project Engineers in delivering statutory third party instructed works providing or relocating assets to facilitate development build programmes, and also assisting in the protection of existing assets.Day to day you'll manage capture of data and maintain reports, be prepared to chair progress meetings, visit development sites and work with our third-party contractors to ensure we deliver projects on time and control their contractual engagement and applications for payment.If successful, you'll join a team of 20 based in Finham, Coventry and Raynesway, Derby.WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO THE ROLEThis role could be a step towards becoming an established Project Engineer and so a fantastic opportunity for someone ideally with a keen interest in STEM subjects. You will be assisting in managing our supply chain to deliver capital investment projects to align with our customers' time and budget expectations.You'll have good attention to detail and be thorough in your work.You'll enjoy working under pressure supporting a combination of smaller, fast turnaround projects through to multi-million pound commissions.You're a self-motivator with a want to deliver and anticipate problems before they arise.The right skills and experience are important. But if you have the right character, positivity and a caring attitude we want to talk to you, too.To be considered for this role, you'll need to demonstrate:
  • Qualifications: HNC (with relevant experience) or a degree in Engineering (preferred). We will also consider candidates with qualifications in other STEM disciplines (Science, Technology, or Maths).
  • Experience: At least 1 year of experience in water or waste infrastructure is ideal. However, we're open to candidates with experience in other utility sectors.
  • Communication Skills: Strong English language skills, both written and verbal, are essential to support customer-focused behaviours.
  • Development Potential: A clear desire and ability to develop project management skills, including undertaking NEC accreditation.
  • Technical Awareness: Appreciation of stakeholder management, risk, planning/scheduling, and commercial management. Proficiency in Microsoft applications is expected.
  • Mobility: Travel across the ST region is required. As many sites are not accessible via public transport, a driving licence and access to a vehicle are necessary.
  • Location & Working Culture: The role will be based in Coventry or Derby. Our culture places emphasis on being office-based for the majority of the time (i.e., not home-based).
We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our communities. We want people who show up and get involved. Those who are ready to be part of something bigger and who want to make a difference because they care. Is that you?WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOUWorking here isn't just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent. We'll reward you for it, too. We have a range of benefits that recognise great work, and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. And we'll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live.With that in mind, here are just some of our favourite perks that you'll get being part of the Severn Trent family:
  • 28 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/sell up to 5 days per year)
  • Annual bonus scheme (of up to £2,250 per annum based on company performance)
  • Leading pension scheme - we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
  • Sharesave - the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
  • Dedicated training and development with our 'Academy'
  • Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
  • Family friendly policies (including a year off paid for any maternity and adoption leave)
  • Two volunteering days per year
WHAT'S NEXTWe can't wait to hear from you.Before you apply, you'll need an updated copy of your CV and about five minutes to spare. We'll always let you know the outcome of your application after the closing date - so keep an eye on your phone and emails.And if this has sparked your curiosity, and you're wanting to find out even more, search #LifeAtSevernTrent on social media.

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