Project Engineer

A leading specialist contractor is looking for a Project Engineer to take ownership of a technically complex cut & carve and structural steel project in Central London. This is a high-profile role, reporting directly to the Project Manager and leading a small team of engineers on-site.

The Role
As Project Engineer, you will be the technical cornerstone of the project, responsible for delivering the engineering scope while managing and mentoring a team of engineers. Your work will ensure that design intent, programme, and quality are fully aligned across the project.
Key responsibilities include:

* Leading and managing a team of engineers on-site

* Providing technical guidance and direction on cut & carve, structural steel, and temporary works

* Reviewing and approving drawings, method statements, and engineering submissions

* Coordinating with subcontractors, designers, and consultants

* Ensuring quality, compliance, and adherence to health & safety requirements

* Monitoring project progress, identifying risks, and proposing mitigation solutions

* Supporting the Project Manager in programme and resource planning

* Acting as the first point of escalation for engineering issues

Requirements

* Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related field

* Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar project engineer role (managing small teams is essential)

* Strong technical experience on cut & carve, structural steel, or complex refurbishment projects

* Ability to read, interpret, and challenge detailed engineering drawings and specifications

* Proven ability to coordinate multi-disciplinary engineering teams on live, constrained sites

* Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills

* Proactive, hands-on, and able to deliver results under pressure

What’s on Offer

* Lead a technically challenging, flagship London project

* Manage and mentor a team of engineers, shaping project delivery

* Exposure to complex structural and temporary works in a high-profile urban environment

* Career progression and long-term development within a well-established engineering contractor

* Competitive salary and benefits package

This is an ideal opportunity for a technically strong engineer who thrives in complex, high-pressure projects and is ready to take ownership of engineering delivery while leading a team