Project Engineer, Civil Engineering

Overview

Our Project Engineers manage all aspects of their projects, including initial scoping of the need, competitively tendering the work, contractor procurement, site set up and inductions, and health and safety inspections, through to commissioning, training and handover to the operations teams.

As a Project Engineer, you'll be at the heart of delivering essential Mechanical, Electrical and ICA projects across the Thames Valley area. Your work will directly improve the performance, safety and efficiency of our sites.

• Managing and delivering a portfolio of projects, with a typical value between one hundred thousand and £1 million per project.
• Taking responsibility for up to 15 live projects at once, while progressing others through scoping, design and tendering.
• Developing innovative and modern solutions to operational challenges, helping us improve site efficiency and deliver real value to our customers.
• Collaborating with operations teams and contractors to scope, define and cost effective, low‑risk solutions — working closely with the Controller of Premises at each location.
• Championing our zero‑compromise approach to health and safety, ensuring every contractor meets our standards and every project is delivered safely.

Working Hours - Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week.

Location - Working at a location based within the Thames Valley area, including Swindon, Didcot, Oxford, Newbury, Reading and Slough.

We're looking for someone who's passionate about engineering and confident managing multiple projects in a busy, operational environment.

You should bring:

• A background in Mechanical, Electrical/ICA or Civil Engineering.
• Formal engineering qualifications — strongly encouraged.
• Strong coordination and communication skills, with the ability to engage internal colleagues, site teams and external contractors.
• A proactive, self‑motivated approach, with the ability to work independently and deliver high‑quality results.
• A solid understanding of Health & Safety standards, particularly construction-related requirements and CDM.
• Project Management experience (desirable).
• Industry experience (highly advantageous, but not essential).

• Offering a salary up to £56,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
• Plus, a Car Allowance of £4,500 per annum.
• 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (plus, bank holidays).
• Contributory pension - Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12%
  -2x employee contribution.
• Access to benefits to support health, well‑being and finances, including annual health MOTs, physiotherapy, counselling, Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.

Find out more about our benefits and perks

We're the UK's largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We aim to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people and the planet to thrive.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference. You'll enjoy fast‑tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

We welcome applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process. Our aim is to remove barriers to success, so if you need assistance, we're here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you'll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be provided. It's a rewarding experience and a chance to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.