Project Engineer in Hertfordshire

81513 - Project Engineer



This project engineer will report to the construction manager and will work within Capital Programme based in our eastern region covering Hertfordshire, Essex and East Anglia. You will be a permanent employee in our UK Power Networks team.



You will attract a salary of £84,160and a bonus of 3%.



If you are successful, you will need to undertake a medical and DBS reference check



Close Date:.25/01/2026



We also provide the following additional benefits



25 Days Annual Leave plus bank holidays.



Reservist Leave - Additional 18 days full pay and 22 unpaid



Personal Pension Plan - Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%)



Tenancy Loan Deposit Scheme, Season Ticket Loan



Tax efficient benefits: Cycle to Work, Home & Tech, and Green Car Leasing Schemes



Occupational Health support



Switched On - scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers' products



Discounted gym membership



Employee Assistance Programme



Job Purpose



The Project Engineer's role is to deliver the engineering activities within their allocated project team. To undertake the delivery of Construction requirements relating to the UK Power Networks owned assets and associated infrastructure under the direction of the Lead Project Engineer or Construction Manager as part of the Investment Delivery team.



You will work with and support the Portfolio Managers, Programme Managers, Project Managers, Commissioning Engineer's, Alliance Partner, Contractors and other members of the Investment Delivery Management team in the delivery of our goals.



Work with Commissioning Engineer's, Project Supervisors, Electrical Fitters, Alliance Partners and Contractors to undertake and complete the construction and delivery of a portfolio of projects in a safe and efficient manner.



The Project Engineer will ensure delivery of Capital works Construction projects, Asset Portfolio Plan and Connections as directed by the Construction Manager, oversee the management of substation and cabling construction works. The position holder will work with team members to ensure safety management is maintained throughout all activities during the delivery of the engineering tasks following the UK Power Networks Stay Safe initiative.



Principal Accountabilities



Delivery of the Construction programmes for the UK Power Networks owned assets operating at voltages through the range 400V to 132kV



Work with the Project Managers to ensure that all programmes of work are delivered to time, budget and quality drivers



Work with Project Supervisors and EHV fitters to ensure the delivery of all electrical engineering activities



Help manage budgets relating to the construction delivery and meet ongoing goals and record TQ's. RFI's and EWN is Proprietary system.



As a team member work to ensure that UK Power Networks goals are achieved especially in Staff engagement and Customer satisfaction.



Follow UK Power Networks Policies and Procedures



Operate HV Distribution Protection Systems



Test and Commission HV Distribution System



Operate, Maintain and replace Control and Protection Systems



Ensure compliance with CDM and UK Power Networks Health and Safety policies and procedures.



Develop site specific H,S & E procedures



Compliance with UK Power Networks quality policies



Update Asset database in respect of project activities



Responsible for both reactive and planned construction activities



Perform fault investigation and repairs



Modify equipment and drawings to ensure the efficient operation of the substations



Ensure the compliance with the distribution safety rules during all activities



Manage all contractors/staff working on site



Undertake additional activities determined by the job level and competency



Responsibilities:



Co-ordinate daily construction and maintenance activities with Client / Principal Contractor's ensuring programmes are met.



Collaborate with Outage Planning and Control centre regarding planning and coordination of circuit outages.



Manage site work as an AP / SAP.



Obtain quotations from suppliers and raise Purchase Order request in line with UK Power Networks Procurement Governance policies and procedures.Change Management - ensure early warning notices are brought to the attention of the Project Manager / Commercial Manager & Partners



Provide technical support and act as appoint of reference for the Construction team



When deputising for the Construction Manager deliver team briefings and give feed-back



Identify potential project risks/opportunities (raise awareness within team/company)



Proactively seek continuous improvement



Work unsocial hours to respond to faults on system



Assist the Construction Manager in the development of the ongoing Asset Portfolio Plan



Represent UKPN at meetings with clients and contractors



When undertaking engineering activities manage the team of employees and contractors for the delivery



When undertaking engineering activities manage the compliance with all H&S procedures such as Putting People to Work and Distribution Safety Rules



Qualifications



Essential:



Senior Authorised Person as defined by the Distribution Safety Rules - Preferable 132kV or 33kV however training will be provided to achieve this level of authorisation if authorised at 11kV.



Experience in distribution systems through the range 400v to 132kV



Educated to a minimum HNC level qualification in Electrical Engineering or equivalent



Working knowledge of distribution HV Systems



Knowledge of Building Services Systems



Read schematic drawings and understand content



Work in different environments



Identify problems, understand main issues and investigate alternatives



Hold full driving licence



Use Microsoft Office suite, Outlook, MS Project and other custom software packages



Relevant Safety Qualification such as IOSH or NEBOSH



Knowledge of Construction Design and Management Regulations



Desirable:



A broad understanding of UK Power Networks directorates



Have persuasive negotiating and influencing skills



Ability to manage time and to meet deadlines



To be skilful in decision-making



Should you not have the full range of essential skills, qualifications and competencies listed above, there may be an opportunity for further training to equip you appropriately. If you do not have all relevant competencies for the core grade, it will be appropriate to appoint at a lower grade until they have developed the required competencies