Project Engineer

Omexom UK Newtonmore, Scotland May 28, 2026

Type Contract
Pay Not listed
Work Remote

Project Manager focuses on act as the primary technical reference onsite, providing engineering support and guidance to site supervisors, gangs, and subcontractors to resolve construction issues.

What the role involves

  • Act as the primary technical reference Onsite, providing engineering support and guidance to site supervisors, gangs, and subcontractors to resolve construction issues.
  • Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications.
  • Coordinating the inspection, acceptance, and handover of completed works in accordance with Omexom and SSEN Transmission quality requirements.
  • Supporting outage and switching coordination with SSEN Transmission's network operations team, ensuring all planned access windows are fully utilised and safety documentation is in pl.

Skills and requirements

  • Degree-level qualification (or HND/HNC equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
  • Familiarity with NEC3 or NEC4 contract frameworks, including programme management, compensation event administration, and cost reporting obligations.
  • Ability to coordinate multiple work fronts simultaneously in a dynamic, remote site environment.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project or equivalent) for reporting, programme management, and correspondence.

Candidate fit

  • ownership, planning discipline, stakeholder communication, and practical delivery judgement

Additional role context

  • Support the investigation and close-out of any safety incidents, near misses, or environmental non-conformances, contributing to lessons-learnt communications.
  • Ensure that all site quality records — including inspection.
  • Support the identification, notification, and substantiation of compensation events and change orders under the NEC contract, ensuring appropriate records are maintained to evidenc.
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