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Construction Engineer (Senior Project Engineer, Mechanical Systems)

  • Location: Cumbria, CA28 3HW
  • Salary: £55000 - £60000 per annum
  • Job Type:Permanent

Posted 8 months ago

  • Sector: Nuclear
  • Contact: John McVeigh
  • Contact Email: jmcveigh@nrl.co.uk
  • Contact Phone: 01946 820 002
  • Start Date: 30 November 2023
  • Expiry Date: 30 December 2023
  • Job Ref: V-165582

NRL are seeking Construction Engineers (Senior Project Engineers - Mechanical Systems) on behalf of one of our clients. Our client are seeking dynamic individuals with a solid foundation in project work and an appreciation of the standard of a nuclear licensed site. This position is offered on a permanent basis with an attractive package.


About the role:

  • Represent the construction team in the integration of work package scope to meet overall project requirements with specific expertise in manufacturing and installation methodology and quality assurance.

  • Support the project management and procurement teams in procurement, scoping and supplier selection.

  • Provide technical construction expertise and input to site gated process activities, constructability programme, HAZCON, contract and risk management exercises and ensuring the outputs are embedded in the construction work scope strategies.

  • Manage the supply chain to deliver fit for purpose work scope to an agreed plan to meet or better the contract baseline cost and schedule requirements without compromising safety or quality.

  • Provide oversight and assurance role on multiple packages of work through manufacture, installation and handover.

  • Provide line management and coaching to team members.

  • Provide oversight and assurance from a constructability perspective that designs received for manufacture and installation are fit for purpose and compliant to the contract requirements.

  • Assure and or produce key project deliverables such as; project scope documents, schedule and cost estimates, Work Specification Forms and Work Scope documents, Safety Method Statements and Work Safety Plans and Tender Packages.

  • Provide oversight and influence schedule performance through planning, monitoring, review and adjustment of work package schedules for mechanical biased manufacture and installation activities to meet project milestones and outcomes.

  • Ensure that mechanical systems conform with the applicable legislation and standards and support the Supply of Machinery (safety) Regulations to enable UKCA / CE Marking.

  • Provide oversight and assurance through implementation of a progressive assurance programme for the mechanical biased manufacturing and installation stages.

  • Assist with the discharge of CDM duties as required.

  • Deliver all works in line with our Perfect Delivery model to ensure key performance targets are met, and the project is delivered safely, on time, snag free with a delighted customer who would recommend us for future work.

  • Support and the construction manager and represent him as required under delegated responsibilities to represent the construction capability within the project team.

  • Provide progress reports and maintain appropriate records for safety, contractual or quality purpose as per the major projects Collaborative Management Plan.

  • Ensure that all SQEP requirements are maintained for manufacturing and construction personnel for assigned work packages.

  • Proactively develop and manage customer, stakeholder and partner relationships to ensure full satisfaction.



What you need: 

  • As a Senior Project Engineer – Mechanical Systems you should have a minimum of a BTEC HNC or equivalent in complicated precision machinery, Mechanical engineering or relevant engineering bias (depending on experience).

  • You will also be able to provide demonstrable experience in product delivery and Mechanical engineering. 

  • Experience in design, procurement, manufacturing, installation, testing and commissioning (Electrical & Mechanical) desirable.

  • Experience in setting to work stages for machine installation, pipework, HVAC and electrical systems desirable.


If you are interested please apply within with a current CV and contact details ASAP. 


About NRL
The NRL Group connect global engineering companies with the right people to bring their projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with their energy transition plans and working with our clients to build a cleaner, greener future.

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