Project Assurance Engineer

Be the technical authority that keeps our people safe, our projects moving and our network resilient

Are you an experienced Project Assurance Engineer looking to play a pivotal role in the safe delivery of construction activities across a major gas distribution network? We're looking for two Project Assurance Engineers to join our Area Delivery Team, providing the technical expertise, governance and leadership needed to ensure the successful delivery of replacement, reinforcement and diversion projects.

In this role, you'll be at the heart of our construction programme, ensuring all Safe Control of Operations (SCO) requirements are fully implemented, complied with and continuously improved. Acting as a key technical authority, you'll authorise permitry requirements, conduct SCO audits and inspections, approve critical works information and provide assurance that all activities are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with engineering standards and legal obligations.

Working closely with Area Managers, Senior Agents, operational teams and external stakeholders, you'll support project planning, resource allocation and programme delivery, while ensuring adequate supervision is in place across construction activities. You'll also play a key role in project handovers, weekly planning meetings, stakeholder engagement with Highways Authorities, incident investigations and the continuous development of our frontline teams through coaching, mentoring and SCO training.

This is a highly visible role where you'll influence safe decision‑making, promote technical best practice, identify continuous improvement opportunities and help safeguard the integrity of the gas network while delivering excellent outcomes for our customers and communities.

Be the Technical Expert
Act as the Authorising Engineer for Safe Control of Operations (SCO), ensuring the highest standards of compliance, governance and technical assurance across all construction activities.

Safety First, Always
Champion a culture of zero tolerance towards safety and engineering compliance breaches, ensuring all works are completed safely and in accordance with company policies, procedures and legal requirements.

Shape Project Success
Work closely with Area Managers and Senior Agents to ensure projects are appropriately assessed, planned, resourced and delivered efficiently, providing vital technical support from conception through to completion.

Influence Across Multiple Teams
Collaborate with operational teams, planners, stakeholders, highways authorities and contractors to ensure work programmes are achievable, compliant and aligned with network integrity requirements.

Develop Others
Support, mentor and train operational colleagues, helping to build technical capability and create a consistent, high‑performing team culture.

You’ll be a safety‑focused technical professional with strong gas distribution expertise, providing specialist support across construction activities.

Essential qualifications & experience

• Strong knowledge of gas distribution systems and network operations.
• SCO1, SCO2, SCO4, SCO5 and Permit to Work certified.
• Competent Person for all low‑pressure connections 12"/355mm.
• Authorising Engineer for low‑pressure connections (3"-12").
• Deep Excavation/Temporary Works Supervisor.
• NRSWA Supervisor qualified.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, engineering standards, policies and procedures.
• Understanding of engineering instructions, codes of practice and statutory regulations.
• Experience supporting frontline operational teams with technical guidance.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management and customer service skills.

Key attributes include

• Safety‑focused with a strong compliance mindset.
• Collaborative, organised and proactive.
• Able to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Confident in coaching and developing others.
• Committed to continuous improvement and technical excellence.

• Annual bonus
• Pension Scheme double matched up to a total of 18% of salary
• 25 days holiday, plus statutory days, and an option to buy more
• An extra day off each year to celebrate life's special moments
• Career development with funded learning options
• Flexible working and strong ED&I commitments
• Generous family policies and flexible benefits
• Retail discounts, gym access, and more

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