Electrical Project Engineer
Costain Group Plc
Manage and deliver HV/LV power distribution projects from construction to handover.
15 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Chester, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
4,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Design
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Transport
Water
Energy
Defence
Road
Rail
Integrated Transport
Nuclear
Role
What you would be doing
project reporting
site coordination
construction oversight
health safety
programming sequencing
commissioning handover
- Ensures timely and concise project reporting, working with project controls professionals to facilitate the management of their projects and comply project governance procedures
- Support project manager with day-to-day management and coordination between construction team, engineering and operations, ensuring permits, RAMS, QA documents are in place and completed as relevant to your works.
- Onsite liaison with contractors to deliver schedule and contract deliverables
- Oversee site operations ensuring construction works are carried out to high standards of quality and safety.
- Champion health, safety, sustainability and environment by putting personal safety and wellbeing at the heart of everything we do.
- Participate in the process of putting teams to work playing an active role and delivering Start on Site briefings and inductions as required.
- Be responsible for short-term programming and sequencing of works aligned to the main Programme.
- Work in conjunction with the Project Manager, Quality Manager and Construction Manager to ensure that all works meet the Quality and HSE / CDM requirements.
- Work in conjunction with Project Manager and Lead PT&H Engineer for coordination of commissioning and handover activities
What you bring
hv distribution
electrical engineering
cscs card
multi-discipline
fast-paced
leadership
- Prior experience in Electrical Engineering/Infrastructure projects with some knowledge and experience with regards to HV Electrical Distribution networks.
- Electrical engineering experience
- Relevant CSCS Card
- Experience of working in a multi-discipline teams
- Able to work and learn quickly in a fast paced, fun and dynamic environment.
- Able to support, coach and lead a team of engineers, supervisors and partners to achieve your teams tasks.
- Knowledge of design working practices and installation requirements of the discipline within the Nuclear sector
- Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering
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Company
Overview
Founded 1865
Year Established
Established in 1865, the company has over 150 years of experience in engineering and construction.
- A leader in providing innovative solutions, specializing in complex, large-scale projects across the UK.
- Their expertise spans infrastructure, energy, water, and other high-impact sectors.
- Deep history in delivering projects for government, private, and public sector clients.
- Recent notable projects include major works in energy, water, and transport sectors, including upgrades to critical infrastructure.
- Known for integrating cutting-edge technology to enhance project delivery and safety outcomes.
- Services extend from consultancy and design to construction and asset management.
- Deeply involved in shaping the UK’s energy transition, particularly in sustainable power generation.
5% reduced incidents
Safety improvement
Achieved a 5% reduction in workplace incidents over the past three years through comprehensive safety training and equipment upgrades.
100% renewable energy
Energy commitment
Committed to sourcing 100% of our electricity from renewable energy sources by 2025.
95% satisfaction rate
Customer loyalty
Achieved a 95% customer satisfaction rate by consistently meeting and exceeding customer expectations.
50% engagement increase
Employee wellness
Increased employee engagement by 50% through initiatives focused on mental and physical wellbeing.
- Integrity – doing the right things in the right way
- Customer focus – striving for excellence through understanding, anticipating and meeting customer needs
- Be collaborative – teamwork through being connective and inclusive
- Be curious – being innovative, agile and constantly learning
- Be caring – being empathetic and considerate in what we do
- Be courageous – being bold and committed to being better
38% Scope 1 Emissions
Carbon Reduction Target
Achieved a significant reduction in operational emissions compared to baseline.
80% HVO Fuel Mix
Sustainable Fuel Adoption
Increased the proportion of hydrotreated vegetable oil in the fuel mix.
10% Emission Intensity
Carbon Efficiency Improvement
Reduced emission intensity per revenue unit compared to baseline.
100% Renewable Electricity
Clean Energy Transition
All office energy consumption sourced from renewable tariff-backed providers.
- Commitment to deliver low-carbon whole-life solutions to every client by 2023 and to be net zero by 2035
- Net zero target for operational and supply-chain emissions (Scope 1, 2 by 2035; Scope 3 by 2045)
- Emission intensity (tCO₂e/£M revenue) reduced by 10% compared to baseline
- Introduction of a Low Carbon Materials mandate for concrete, cement and asphalt
- October 2024 Board-approved climate transition plan with accelerated decarbonisation targets
- Carbon reduction tool deployed in 2024 for enhanced Scope 1, 2 and supply-chain emissions tracking
- PAS 2080:2023 verification for carbon management in infrastructure achieved Q4 2024
- Company awarded London Stock Exchange Green Economy Mark in 2024
75% Participation
Best Companies Accreditation 2024
Achieved 'A Very Good Company to Work for' Best Companies one-star accreditation with 75% employee participation.
26 Weeks Leave
Enhanced Parental Leave Policy
Improved maternity and adoption leave to 26 weeks full pay, paternity leave to 8 weeks full pay, and introduced 5 days paid carers' leave.
46/50 Score
Considerate Constructors Scheme
Achieved an average score of 46/50 in Considerate Constructor Scheme contracts, exceeding the industry average of 41.
41% Spend
SME Contract Spend
41% of total contract spend (£650m) went to SMEs in 2024, exceeding the UK Government's 33% target.
- Achieved Disability Confident Level 3 and Disability Confident Leader status in 2024
- Workforce of ~14,500 people across 170+ sites, with over 30 million hours worked in FY 2024
- Since 2016, engagement increased and incidents halved, reflecting safer and more engaged workforce
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