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Electrical Project Engineer


Galliford Try Holdings plc
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Job Description

Electrical Project Engineer - Environment

Location: Staffordshire (regional travel required)
Note for Recruitment Agencies

We prefer to hire directly and will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release.
We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable - please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner.
About Us

Galliford Try is one of the UK's leading construction groups, with a vision to be people-orientated and progressive, delivering lasting change for the communities we work in.

Our Environment Division provides 'source to sea' asset delivery capability across the UK and Scotland, working on both Frameworks and Standalone projects. Since AMP3, we have successfully delivered over £2bn of assets for clients such as Yorkshire Water, United Utilities, Anglian Water, Thames Water, Southern Water, Welsh Water and Scottish Water.

As an established player in the market, this is an exciting opportunity to join our Environment Business at a time of growth and transformation as we continue to innovate and shape the future of sustainable infrastructure delivery.
Purpose of the Role

An opportunity has arisen for an Electrical Project Engineer to join our Environment team in the Staffordshire region, working on our South Staffs Water Framework.

You will play a key role in the delivery of water and wastewater schemes, supporting the design, coordination, and implementation of electrical and ICA systems across multiple projects. Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, you'll help ensure schemes are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest technical and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver water and wastewater M&E projects including pumping stations, dosing systems, chlorination plants and associated infrastructure.
  • Manage the electrical engineering aspects of projects from inception to completion, utilising internal and site-based resources.
  • Coordinate early site investigations with clients, designers and project teams.
  • Prepare and review Health & Safety documentation including risk assessments, method statements and project management plans.
  • Support procurement activities, negotiating with suppliers and subcontractors.
  • Attend and lead factory and site testing, commissioning and client training.
  • Participate in internal and client design reviews and hazard studies to develop robust engineering solutions.
  • Contribute to project budgets, cost-to-complete reviews and commercial assessments.
  • Liaise with Site Managers and construction teams to ensure delivery to programme, quality and budget.
  • Develop and maintain Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) throughout project stages.
  • Drive innovation and continuous improvement while maintaining compliance with current standards.
  • Support the completion of contract documentation including "as-built" drawings, commissioning manuals and O&M manuals.
  • Promote a proactive approach to Health, Safety and Environmental performance.
About You

You will be a motivated and technically capable Electrical Project Engineer with strong problem-solving and communication skills, experienced in delivering water or similar infrastructure projects.

Essential:
  • Industry-applicable Electrical ONC/HNC/B.Eng or NVQ equivalent.
  • Proven experience within the water industry or a similar regulated sector.
  • Knowledge of electrical and ICA systems used in water and wastewater treatment.
  • Strong commercial and contractual awareness.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Project.
  • Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
  • Commitment to Health, Safety, and Environmental best practice.
  • Organised and methodical approach with a strong attention to detail.

Desirable:
  • Experience with ATEX and hazardous area installations.
  • Knowledge of chemical dosing systems.
  • Experience leading and managing technical functions or subcontractors.

Personal Attributes:
  • Aligned with Galliford Try's values - Excellence, Passion, Integrity, and Collaboration.
  • Professional and adaptable with a can-do attitude.
  • Proactive and collaborative, with the ability to influence and build strong relationships at all levels.
  • Dedicated to continual learning, improvement and achieving outstanding project outcomes.
What We Can Offer in Return

With an impressive order book of over £3.9 billion, we are one of the industry's leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK's most exciting projects, offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long-held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment. With an ambitious strategy, we're poised for further growth and success, so if you're committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you.

We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people through our 'Be Well' programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues.

We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential.

Our industry is all about creating talented teams that excel in their areas of expertise. As an employer, we know you are most motivated to give your best when you feel valued and engaged.

Our Agile Working programme empowers you with flexibility in when, where and how you work. Where appropriate, site and office-based employees can take advantage of a wide variety of working practices, offering different amounts of structure, regularity and flexibility to suit your needs as well as those of your wider team.
Our Benefits

We put our people first and our benefits package reflects that by offering a comprehensive range of attractive options to help support your career on top of a competitive salary.
  • Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays
  • A wide range of corporate discounts
  • Cycle to Work schemes
  • Comprehensive pension plan
  • Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme
  • Private medical scheme options available for all salaried employees, plus 24/7 employee assistance support
  • Paid annual membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role
About Us

Our purpose is to improve people's lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment in which we work.

We do this by holding true to our values, delivering excellence for our clients and the community, being passionate about our role in providing vital services, putting integrity at the heart of our business by doing the right thing, and collaborating with our clients, supply chain and stakeholders to deliver lasting change and long-term value.

For more information on this role or to enquire about other positions available within our Environment business, please contact: adam.wright@gallifordtry.co.uk
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About Us

Our vision is to be a people-orientated, progressive business, driven by our values to deliver lasting change for our stakeholders and the communities we work in.

Our purpose is to improve people's lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment in which we work.

We do this by holding true to our values, delivering excellence for our clients and the community, being passionate about our role in providing vital services, putting integrity at the heart of our business by doing the right thing, and working with our clients, supply chain and stakeholders to deliver lasting change and long-term value.

We are committed to agile working, giving our people the freedom and flexibility to adapt their working life around their home life to achieve a proper balance. Our smart working approaches allow greater use of technology in the way we carry out our business, ensuring we provide a working environment that works for everyone.

In addition to working on some of the UKs most exciting construction projects we offer a comprehensive benefits package to including a competitive salary, car or car allowance, pension, healthcare, discretionary bonuses and 28 days holiday plus bank holidays. We will be committed to your wellbeing, training and professional development and we will always consider flexible working hours and arrangements. Galliford Try are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sectors of the community.

About the Team

Our Environment Business provides 'source to sea' asset delivery capability across the UK and Scotland working on both Frameworks and Standalone projects. Since AMP3 we have delivered in excess of £2bn assets for clients such as Yorkshire Water, United Utilities, Anglian Water, Thames Water, Southern Water, Welsh Water and Scottish Water. As an established player in the market this a great opportunity to join the team at a time of transformation as we shape ourselves to be fit for delivery in a future digital world. We have recently secured a plethora of places on the AMP7 Frameworks for Yorkshire Water, Southern Water and Thames Water for both Infrastructure and Non-Infrastructure projects ranging from £1-40m over the next five years.
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JOB SUMMARY
Electrical Project Engineer
Galliford Try Holdings plc
Stafford
a day ago
N/A
Full-time

Electrical Project Engineer