- Project EngineerRole: Project Engineer (Water Industry)Location: Dover, KentRate: £400 - £480 per dayDuration: Ongoing FreelanceStart Date: ImmediateThe OpportunityAre you ready to play a key role in the AMP8 cycle? We are seeking a high-caliber Project Engineer with either a Mechanical or Civils background to join a major water treatment project in Dover.This is a critical position within a high-pressure, high-reward environment. We need a specialist whoProject EngineerRole: Project Engineer (Water Industry)Location: Dover, KentRate: £400 - £480 per dayDuration: Ongoing FreelanceStart Date: ImmediateThe OpportunityAre you ready to play a key role in the AMP8 cycle? We are seeking a high-caliber Project Engineer with either a Mechanical or Civils background to join a major water treatment project in Dover.This is a critical position within a high-pressure, high-reward environment. We need a specialist who
- Job Title: Electrical Project Engineer Department: Projects - Invictus Location: Port Talbot (SA13) Salary: CompetitiveClosing Date: Thursday 26th March 2026We believe that our strength is not just in our steel but the diversity of our workforce. Our peoplemake the difference. Do you want to play a pivotal role in one of the most exciting engineering projects inEurope? Tata Steel is looking for people to help build the largest Electric Arc Furnace in thJob Title: Electrical Project Engineer Department: Projects - Invictus Location: Port Talbot (SA13) Salary: CompetitiveClosing Date: Thursday 26th March 2026We believe that our strength is not just in our steel but the diversity of our workforce. Our peoplemake the difference. Do you want to play a pivotal role in one of the most exciting engineering projects inEurope? Tata Steel is looking for people to help build the largest Electric Arc Furnace in th
- Job Title: Civil Project Engineer (Tier 1 Infrastructure) - UK Visa HoldersLocation: London, United KingdomJob Type: Contract (6-24 months)Day Rate: £350 - £550 per day (dependent on experience)SummaryAn exceptional opportunity for experienced Civil Engineers with existing or pending UK work visas (including Tier 5 Youth Mobility or Ancestry visas). Especially suitable for engineers from New Zealand or Australia. Relocate to London and immediately contribuJob Title: Civil Project Engineer (Tier 1 Infrastructure) - UK Visa HoldersLocation: London, United KingdomJob Type: Contract (6-24 months)Day Rate: £350 - £550 per day (dependent on experience)SummaryAn exceptional opportunity for experienced Civil Engineers with existing or pending UK work visas (including Tier 5 Youth Mobility or Ancestry visas). Especially suitable for engineers from New Zealand or Australia. Relocate to London and immediately contribu
- Project Engineer (M&E)Location: Canterbury, KentRate: £400 - £480 per daySector: Water Treatment (AMP8)Duration: Ongoing FreelanceStart Date: ImmediateThe OpportunityWith the AMP8 cycle accelerating, we are seeking a versatile Mechanical or Electrical Project Engineer (MEICA) to join a major water treatment infrastructure project in Canterbury.This role is designed for a technical lead who excels at the intersection of theory and practice. You will be theProject Engineer (M&E)Location: Canterbury, KentRate: £400 - £480 per daySector: Water Treatment (AMP8)Duration: Ongoing FreelanceStart Date: ImmediateThe OpportunityWith the AMP8 cycle accelerating, we are seeking a versatile Mechanical or Electrical Project Engineer (MEICA) to join a major water treatment infrastructure project in Canterbury.This role is designed for a technical lead who excels at the intersection of theory and practice. You will be the
- Facilities Project EngineerLocation: Stafford (On-site)Pay Rate: Up to £22.00 per hourContract Length: 6 Months (Full-Time)Shift: Monday - Thursday, 06:45 am - 04:30 pm (Flexibility for overtime required)The RoleAre you a proactive Engineer with a background in construction or infrastructure? We are looking for a Facilities Project Engineer to join our team in Stafford. You will own and manage a variety of facility improvement projects, focusing on site inFacilities Project EngineerLocation: Stafford (On-site)Pay Rate: Up to £22.00 per hourContract Length: 6 Months (Full-Time)Shift: Monday - Thursday, 06:45 am - 04:30 pm (Flexibility for overtime required)The RoleAre you a proactive Engineer with a background in construction or infrastructure? We are looking for a Facilities Project Engineer to join our team in Stafford. You will own and manage a variety of facility improvement projects, focusing on site in
- Imagine looking back at your career a decade from now and knowing you were a cornerstone of one of the most ambitious engineering feats in European history. We aren't just talking about a factory upgrade; we are talking about a £1.5 billion mega project that will redefine an entire industry. We are seeking a visionary Electrical Project Engineer to join a Large Global business in Port Talbot to help build the world's largest Electric Arc Furnace. This is mImagine looking back at your career a decade from now and knowing you were a cornerstone of one of the most ambitious engineering feats in European history. We aren't just talking about a factory upgrade; we are talking about a £1.5 billion mega project that will redefine an entire industry. We are seeking a visionary Electrical Project Engineer to join a Large Global business in Port Talbot to help build the world's largest Electric Arc Furnace. This is m
- Job Title: Lead Project Engineer (Mechanical)Department: Projects - InvictusLocation: Port Talbot (SA13)Salary: CompetitiveClosing Date: Sunday 22nd March 2026 Do you want to play a pivotal role in one of the most ambitious engineering projects inEurope? Project Invictus is recruiting, and it's not often that opportunities like this come along. Project Invictus is a megaproject - a large-scale, complex venture that will cost over £1.5 billionand take yearsJob Title: Lead Project Engineer (Mechanical)Department: Projects - InvictusLocation: Port Talbot (SA13)Salary: CompetitiveClosing Date: Sunday 22nd March 2026 Do you want to play a pivotal role in one of the most ambitious engineering projects inEurope? Project Invictus is recruiting, and it's not often that opportunities like this come along. Project Invictus is a megaproject - a large-scale, complex venture that will cost over £1.5 billionand take years
- We are seeking a high-calibre Systems Project Engineer to lead the technical delivery and integration of a world-leading RF ecosystem, including advanced sensor hardware and software platforms.You will be responsible for the end-to-end technical execution of complex projects, ensuring systems meet the highest standards of spectrum intelligence. This role bridges the gap between high-level mission requirements and hands-on technical implementation. Duties aWe are seeking a high-calibre Systems Project Engineer to lead the technical delivery and integration of a world-leading RF ecosystem, including advanced sensor hardware and software platforms.You will be responsible for the end-to-end technical execution of complex projects, ensuring systems meet the highest standards of spectrum intelligence. This role bridges the gap between high-level mission requirements and hands-on technical implementation. Duties a
- London has a number of Civil engineering projects across all sectors. We are currently looking for Site / Project engineers and above with Tier 5, Ancestry or applicable Visas to relocate to London and join some of the largest and most interesting Civil engineering projects in the world. You will be working for Tier 1 main Contractors with proven pedigree.You duties will be similar to Australia and New Zealand and day rates are excellent. Most contracts aLondon has a number of Civil engineering projects across all sectors. We are currently looking for Site / Project engineers and above with Tier 5, Ancestry or applicable Visas to relocate to London and join some of the largest and most interesting Civil engineering projects in the world. You will be working for Tier 1 main Contractors with proven pedigree.You duties will be similar to Australia and New Zealand and day rates are excellent. Most contracts a
- Are you looking for a move to the UK, England and /or London more specifically? Do you have a Civil Engineering background and keen to work in a role similar to a Project Engineer? If so, read on! We are currently looking for Site Engineer / Project Engineers and above with Tier 5, Ancestry or applicable Visas to relocate to London and join some of the largest and most interesting Civil engineering projects in the world. You will be working for Tier 1 mainAre you looking for a move to the UK, England and /or London more specifically? Do you have a Civil Engineering background and keen to work in a role similar to a Project Engineer? If so, read on! We are currently looking for Site Engineer / Project Engineers and above with Tier 5, Ancestry or applicable Visas to relocate to London and join some of the largest and most interesting Civil engineering projects in the world. You will be working for Tier 1 main
- Are you a Senior Contract Administrator in Australia looking for a career-defining move? Our client is a premier UK civil construction group managing a multi-billion pound pipeline of infrastructure and Civil Engineering projects. We are seeking an experienced commercial leader to transition into a Senior Quantity Surveyor role.Why Make the Move?Seamless Transition: We value the Australian "Contract Admin" skillset. While the titles differ, the core logicAre you a Senior Contract Administrator in Australia looking for a career-defining move? Our client is a premier UK civil construction group managing a multi-billion pound pipeline of infrastructure and Civil Engineering projects. We are seeking an experienced commercial leader to transition into a Senior Quantity Surveyor role.Why Make the Move?Seamless Transition: We value the Australian "Contract Admin" skillset. While the titles differ, the core logic
- Title: Project ManagerLocation: Eastleigh, SouthamptonHours: Mon - Thu: 8:30 AM - 5:15 PM | Fri: 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM (Early finish)Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 + Car AllowanceHoliday: 25 days + Bank Holidays (Increasing to 30 days after 5 years)Expenses: All travel, mileage, and subsistence costs are fully coveredStability: Permanent role within a growing, family-feel company backed by a global parent organization. The Opportunity:We are representing the worldTitle: Project ManagerLocation: Eastleigh, SouthamptonHours: Mon - Thu: 8:30 AM - 5:15 PM | Fri: 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM (Early finish)Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 + Car AllowanceHoliday: 25 days + Bank Holidays (Increasing to 30 days after 5 years)Expenses: All travel, mileage, and subsistence costs are fully coveredStability: Permanent role within a growing, family-feel company backed by a global parent organization. The Opportunity:We are representing the world
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project engineer jobs overview
On this page, you will find a list of our current project engineer jobs and an overview of the typical responsibilities and expectations of a project engineer. You can compare and filter relevant project engineer positions based on specialism, location and salary to find your ideal job match.
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project engineer jobs contract types
Project engineer jobs are available in the following contract types:
- project engineer jobs – contract: in a contract project engineer position, you work for a fixed period. You can determine if you enjoy working for the company.
- project engineer jobs – permanent: in a permanent position, you work as a project engineer for the same organisation long-term. You enjoy job security and a steady income.
- project engineer jobs – temporary: in a temporary position, you work as a project engineer for a short period, usually a few months. You can improve your technical skills and gain valuable project management experience.
- project engineer jobs – full-time: in a full-time position, you maintain a regular working schedule during the workweek, giving you weekends free. Full-time project engineer jobs can be on either a fixed, temporary or permanent contract basis.
- project engineer jobs – part-time: in a part-time project engineer position, you have flexible work hours. A part-time role is ideal if you value work-life balance.
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about project engineer jobs
As a project engineer, you oversee technical projects from start to finish. Your project management skills are handy in guiding engineers throughout a project. Using your technical knowledge in construction, manufacturing or information technology (IT), you develop plans, create budgets, and delegate tasks to other engineers in order to ensure projects are completed within schedule.
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how much does a project engineer make in the UK?
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how do I apply for a job as a project engineer?
If you are interested in becoming a project engineer, a university degree or an apprenticeship is a great place to begin. For information on the qualifications and relevant education needed for the role, see the 'education and qualifications' section of our project engineer job profile.
To become a project engineer, you require a bachelor’s degree relevant to your field of expertise. For instance, if you want to work in construction, pursue a bachelor’s degree in building or structural engineering. A degree in engineering is not mandatory, as a project management diploma or a degree in your specialist area will prepare you for a project engineer role.
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