Pre Construction Engineer (Electrical)

Our client, a leading organisation in the water and wastewater sector, is seeking a Pre-Construction Engineer (Electrical) to support the successful development and delivery of major infrastructure projects on a contract basis. The role will provide electrical and MEICA expertise throughout the pre-construction phase, helping to establish robust cost, risk, procurement and delivery plans before work begins on site.

Key Responsibilities

Provide and coordinate operational and matrix input throughout the pre-contract phase of water and wastewater projects

Manage the MEICA elements of pre-construction activities across a portfolio of projects

Support the development of target costs, risk registers, procurement schedules and comprehensive delivery plans

Manage, mentor and support Pre-Construction Engineers and Assistant Pre-Construction Engineers

Review design partner deliverables to ensure compliance with contract, design and regulatory

requirements

Coordinate client gate stage approvals and internal governance

requirements

Plan and implement pre-construction surveys, testing and inspections to support design development

Coordinate civil and MEICA technical interfaces, optimising solutions while maintaining compliance with relevant standards

Manage medium to large work packages through to transition to the operational team

Act as an electrical Appointed Person where required

Lead supply chain interfaces, ensuring enquiries are suitably prepared and quotation returns are robustly assessed

Provide technical input into project programmes, collaborative planning, buildability reviews and Temporary Works

requirements

Job

Requirements

HNC or HND in an electrical, MEICA or related engineering discipline; a BEng or MEng would be advantageous

Significant experience in construction or engineering project delivery and design, ideally within the water, wastewater or wider infrastructure sector

Strong electrical engineering knowledge, with the ability to manage MEICA interfaces within complex projects

Experience managing subcontractors, supply chain partners and significant work packages

Good commercial and contractual awareness, including procurement and subcontract management

Strong management, leadership, negotiation and problem-solving skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a collaborative and client-focused approach

Ability to work effectively across multiple disciplines and organisational levels

Understanding of design compliance, regulatory

requirements, construction planning and project governance

Electrical Appointed Person experience or qualification would be advantageous

SMSTS and CSCS certification would be beneficial

Role Benefits:

Opportunity to contribute to major water and wastewater infrastructure projects

Contract role with responsibility across pre-construction, design and supply chain coordination

Collaborative working environment focused on technical excellence and continuous improvement

Opportunity to share best practice through MEICA forums and project delivery teams

If you are an experienced electrical or MEICA professional with a strong background in water infrastructure and pre-construction project delivery, apply now to support the successful development of complex engineering projects