Project Engineer, Quality Engineering

Project Engineer Water Mist Systems / Sprinklers

Location: Birmingham Base

Full-Time Permanent Competitive Salary + Benefits

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Our client are a leading UK-based facilities management and engineering company specialising in mechanical, electrical and fabric property maintenance services for commercial and public sector buildings. Founded in the 19th century and now operating with a large nationwide team, it delivers planned, preventative and reactive maintenance across thousands of sites for over 1,600 clients. Our client is part of the global real estate services firm, leveraging this wider network to enhance its technical capabilities, sustainability focus and digital innovation in building operations.

The company s mission emphasises engineering excellence, customer satisfaction and creating more efficient, resilient and sustainable built environments throughout the United Kingdom

About the Role

Are you an experienced engineer with a passion for delivering high-quality, safety-critical projects We re looking for a Project Engineer to join our dynamic team, playing a key role in the successful delivery of innovative Watermist or Sprinkler fire protection systems across a variety of exciting projects.

In this role, you ll work closely with the Project Manager to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest technical and safety standards
. You ll be at the heart of the action coordinating with clients, managing on-site activities, and ensuring every stage of the project runs smoothly.

What You ll Be Doing

• Supporting project delivery from handover to completion
• Preparing and maintaining project programmes and documentation
• Liaising with clients to ensure satisfaction and clear communication
• Coordinating on-site teams, contractors, and suppliers
• Managing materials, labour costs, and project budgets
• Conducting site inspections, toolbox talks, and safety checks
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and quality standards
• Preparing and submitting O&M manuals, as-fitted drawings, and certification
• Identifying and managing project variations and final accounts

What We re Looking For

• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and technical documentation
• Proven experience managing projects from £5k to £2m within construction or fire protection
• Confident managing on-site resources and maintaining schedules
• Holds SMSTS and CSCS certifications
• Knowledge of CDM regulations and safety management principles
• Relevant qualification (NVQ, HNC/HND, City & Guilds) in Building Services or Mechanical Engineering
• Proficient in MS Office and project documentation tools (RAMs, Quality Plans, CTC Sheets, Trackers)

What s in It for You

• £50-60k
• Generous Company car allowance
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Private medical insurance
• Standard working hours:
  36.5 hours/week
  (Mon Thurs 8 40, Fri 8 00)

Please call Steve far on (phone number removed) for more details and please apply to this advert to prompt a callback.