Project Engineer
Shanahan Engineering
Job Description
The successful candidate will assume a role as project engineer coordinating and manage improvement projects for fisheries assets across company’s Hydroelectric Power Stations. The role is within the Operations team in Sustainable Rivers organization within Generation & Trading. The Project Engineer is responsible for the safe, efficient, reliable management of all improvement projects outlined in the Sustainable Rivers Strategy.
They will be a team player and self-starter with the ability to multi-task as well as meet deadlines. They will also have a demonstrable ability to communicate and relate effectively with staff at all levels in the organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage engineering projects from initial concept through design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover.
- Develop and manage project scopes, specifications, schedules, budgets, and risk registers.
- Ensure projects are delivered in line with agreed time, cost, quality, and performance targets.
- Prepare technical evaluations and support tendering, contractor selection, and contract award processes.
- Contractor management including site inspection and site supervision.
- Review of Method Statements and Risk Assessments and other associated H&S documentation required before work commences.
- Contribute to review and upkeep of associated drawing and document management of projects.
- Co-ordinate the delivery of the project within the Hydropower stations and the interface between the contractor and the station staff.
- Ensure all project activities comply with Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality legislation, standards, and company procedures.
- Actively promote and support a strong safety culture across projects and contractor activities.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or relevant discipline).
- Demonstrated experience in engineering project delivery
- Strong understanding of project management principles.
- Knowledge of Health, Safety and Environmental legislation and best practice.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and report-writing skills.
- Strong IT skills (MS Office and engineering/project systems as applicable).
- Knowledge of power generation, utilities, or similar regulated environments.
Qualifications
- A full driving license
- Flexibility to travel nationally is a requirement of this role