Chief Project Engineer
We are seeking an experienced Chief Project Engineer to lead the technical delivery of complex engineering projects from concept through to completion. The successful candidate will provide technical direction, coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams, and ensure that all project activities meet agreed requirements for quality, safety, schedule, and cost. This role will involve working closely with project managers, clients, contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to develop practical and compliant engineering solutions.
Key responsibilities will include defining project engineering strategies, reviewing scopes and specifications, managing design development, and overseeing technical documentation. You will coordinate design reviews, assess engineering risks, resolve technical issues, and ensure that project changes are properly evaluated and controlled. The role will also involve monitoring engineering progress, supporting procurement and construction activities, reviewing contractor deliverables, and contributing to commissioning, testing, and handover. You will promote consistent engineering standards, identify opportunities for improvement, and ensure compliance with applicable legislation, codes, standards, and company procedures.
Applicants should hold a degree or equivalent qualification in an appropriate engineering discipline, together with substantial experience leading engineering activities on major or technically complex projects. Professional registration or chartered status is desirable. You will need strong knowledge of project engineering processes, design management, risk assessment, quality assurance, and health and safety requirements. Excellent communication, leadership, planning, and problem-solving skills are essential, along with the ability to influence stakeholders and make sound technical decisions under pressure. Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and working across the full project lifecycle will be highly valued.
Chief Project Engineer
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