Project Engineers We are currently seeking a number of Project Engineers to join our existing team supporting our client in Derby. A background and knowledge of submarine systems is advantageous but not essential. The placement is to be based at the client’s Derby office and is expected to last between 1 and 3 years.

Key Experience Requirement

·   At least 1 to 3 years experience in a relevant discipline, preferably on project work (either an Integrated Programme Team, or functionally based)

·   At least 1 year experience in the application of specific project management processes (e.g. cost or scope management)

·   Nuclear defence experience an advantage ·   Knowledge of project management processes and good knowledge of the project control process defined therein

·   Experience in setting up and applying project control processes

·   Have sound general engineering knowledge and understanding

·   Experience in project/programme management

·   Understanding of safety and risk principles and their application

·   Good communication skills and a proactive approach to problem solving

Key Accountabilities

·         Act as the management focal point for the work and provide the Project Manager with information necessary to control and manage the overall  Project.

·         Assist in the collation of estimates and plans for projects and contract amendments/variations.

·         Assist in the definition, agreement and change of customer deliverables

·         Ensure that all required outputs are satisfactorily delivered to the customer and that this can be demonstrated

·         Prepare necessary reports/information to support both internal reporting and external reporting to the customer.  

·         Analyse project performance and explain variances to scope, schedule and cost.

·         Identify issues relating to project performance and highlight these to the Project Manager

·         Implement and manage an effective Risk Register for the project.

·         Produce a Risk Management plan

·       Produce a Project Management Plan

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