Project Engineer (Building)

Project Engineer (Building) (RAPBE270526) Antrim, Northern Ireland

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum

• Location: Antrim, Northern Ireland

VANRATH is recruiting a Project Engineer to work on building projects encompassing extensions, alterations, and reconfiguration works, based in Antrim, Northern Ireland.

Benefits Package Includes:

• 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Annual leave entitlement of 25 days plus 8 statutory NI public holidays, totalling 33 days
• Death in Service benefit (6 × salary if part of the pension scheme / 3 × salary if not part)
• Enhanced policies such as absence management, family friendly policies, etc.
• Flexible working policy (right to request to work flexibly)
• Employee Assistance Programme (counselling, support, signposting, information, online health assessments, virtual GP, etc.)
• Recognition and Wellbeing programme
• Discounts
• Share Save Scheme (eligibility rules apply)

The Opportunity:

This is an exciting opportunity for an Engineer looking to develop their career in the building construction industry. The successful person will be part of a high performing team working on a range of building projects. The Project Engineer will play a key role in supporting the planning and execution of strategically important projects within a live operational environment. These projects include building extensions, alterations, reconfigurations, repairs and upgrades.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver front‑line management and supervision of works in line with the Project Manager’s direction.
• Support the Project Manager with the logistical, technical and commercial management of the project(s) to meet overall business objectives.
• Support the Projects Team in the design, procurement, construction, delivery, and handover of projects to achieve desired business outcomes.
• Be the day‑to‑day point of contact for contractors and facilitate communication between departments, business partners, consultants, and contractors. This involves daily and weekly briefings with accurate record keeping, including look‑ahead schedules.
• Contribute and work to maintain a culture of excellent health, safety, and environmental standards across the project and its contractors.
• Assist in identifying and mitigating risks that may adversely impact delivery or operations through the project/programme lifecycle.
• Work collaboratively with the Projects Team to deliver the assigned project to defined cost, schedule, and quality requirements, leading to successful handover to Operational Departments.
• Ensure compliance with all legal and statutory obligations, including standards, code compliance, and required planning permissions.
• Positively influence key stakeholders (internal and external) associated with the project.
• Play an active part in embedding a culture of continuous improvement.
• Troubleshoot in conjunction with departments, business partners, consultants, and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory and company regulations regarding health and safety, fire and security.
• Uphold security policies and procedures, protecting confidentiality, integrity, and availability of company data.
• Align with company vision and proactively engage its values: Integrity, Inclusiveness, Leadership, Teamwork, Safety & Security, Communication, and Positivity through performance and development programmes.

The Ideal Person:

• Degree qualified in a relevant engineering / building / construction discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the construction industry in a similar role.
• Experience in report writing / works look‑ahead programmes.
• Track record working within a Quality Control / Quality Assurance system.
• Good experience coordinating and supervising contractors / direct labour & trades.
• Ability to problem‑solve, plan, and maintain direction.
• Team player able to communicate effectively.
• Good analytical skills.
• Decision‑making ability and judgement of when to seek senior direction.
• Familiar with software packages such as MS Word, Outlook & Excel.
• Working knowledge of The Construction (Design & Management) Regulations (CDM 2015).
• Good knowledge of Health and Safety Regulations.
• Sound knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical and ICT systems.
• Working knowledge of industry software such as CAD, BIM, MS Project, etc.
• CSCS, CSR, SafePass credentials.
• Full, clean current driving licence.
• Able to successfully pass company pre‑employment medical including alcohol and drugs screening and an eyesight examination.
• Eligible to satisfy security checks, renewable regularly, in accordance with current policy.