Overview We are currently recruiting for a Project Engineer to Lead and support the delivery of multidisciplinary engineering projects (Process improvements, Capacity enhancement, Compliance, Infrastructure upgrades) on a Chemical site based in Cheshire.
Responsibilities - Ensure projects are aligned with business objectives, statutory requirements, and company standards.
- Plan, coordinate, and deliver engineering EPC and EPCM projects across process, mechanical, Civil and electrical disciplines
- Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
- Manage contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards throughout project delivery.
- Lead project risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
- Maintain accurate project documentation, including P&IDs, asset registers, and change management records.
- Drive project governance through stage-gate reviews, reporting, and performance tracking.
- Support commissioning, handover, and integration of new plant modifications or equipment into operations.
- Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and EHS teams to ensure project deliverables meet operational needs.
- Projects delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to specification.
- Effective stakeholder communication and collaboration across departments.
- Hands on/ boots on the ground Project delivery
- Strong project governance and documentation maintained.
- Continuous improvement in project delivery processes and outcomes.
Qualifications - Minimum 5 years’ experience delivering engineering projects in a COMAH or high-hazard environment.
- Degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics or Chemical Engineering) with project management experience.
- Chartered status or working towards it is advantageous.
- Strong project management skills (planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk management).
- Technical understanding of process safety and hazard identification methods (HAZOP, LOPA, ALARP).
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to make decisions under pressure with a positive, results-driven attitude.