Project Engineer - #148053

About The Role

We're looking for a skilled and experienced Project Engineer to join our wider BEMS Optimisation division, playing an integral part in delivery and achieving long term impact.

This role is responsible for small/medium sized projects such as upgrades as well as performing optimisation works, planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance to our clients. The successful candidate will have the ability to create and modify software strategies and collaborate with Project Managers in order to lead small teams.

Core benefits for this role include:

• Guaranteed starting salary from £45,000 DOE
• Electric Company car (further details below) or car allowance which is enhanced if you choose to lease an electric vehicle through our Company EV salary sacrifice scheme
• £900 funding for a car charging point installation at your home
• Overtime rates of 1.5 or 2 x hourly rate depending on the day and time of overtime performed if applicable
• Working away payment of 3.75 hours per night if you are asked and agree to stay overnight to complete client works
• On-call payment of £35 a day for time spent on call outside of working hours
  
  

If you choose to take an electric company car following your probation period you will have the ability to choose from available options within our company criteria, examples include VW ID7 and Polestar 2 or 3 models (subject to availability).

Our contractual hours are 37.5 hours a week (Monday to Friday) however due to the nature of the work and client requirements there may need to be on call or complete overtime and pay for this is always provided as detailed.

Further benefits are detailed later in this job advert.

What You'll Actually Do

• Always maintain full awareness of Health Safety standards and protocols, before during and after accessing client sites.
• Review and sign on to RAMS on commencement of each engagement and ensure acknowledged by the client organisation.
• Review the site in line with the issued RAMs and look for any changes that will require a workplace risk assessment to mitigate the new risks – using discretion to terminate a job if standards are not adhered to or risks deemed too high to continue.
• Ensure Health Safety certification is up to date.
• Lead the delivery of project works and be involved in high level integration.
• Overseeing projects from start to finish to ensure works are completed on time and in budget.
• Planning, scheduling, and coordinating all relevant works, as necessary.
• Liaising with internal management, clients and third parties to achieve project goals.
• Oversee and support installation and commissioning works on site.
• Developing and deploying of key client works from concept through to delivery and handover.
• Supporting the growth of the business by expanding skills through development and training as well as sharing knowledge and skills with others to aid in growth of the overall project delivery team.
• Build and maintain relationships with the clients, looking after the needs of the site, and making improvements where applicable
  
  

What You'll Be Able To Offer

• Experienced in the maintenance of Building Management Systems
• Qualification in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (to HNC/ONC or equivalent)
• Substantial experience and/or qualifications in Trend (IQ Vision desirable) and/or Tridium systems
• Qualifications or experience with Cylon desirable
• Ability to find solutions to complex problems, with attention to detail
• Thorough appreciation of site operations and procedures in line with clients and stakeholders demands.
• Great persistence in seeking continual improvement for both yourself and the company.
• UK Drivers License
• Eligibility to work in the UK
• Purpose driven mindset
• An open and approachable manner, backed up by high moral and ethical standards
• Passion for social or environmental issues
• Proactive attitude that brings drive, energy and passion to the role
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment and be a strong team player
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships both digitally and in person
• Strong resilience and positivity particularly in challenging situations
• Accountability to yourself and others
  
  

Benefits

As well as our values led and inclusive culture, we also have a great benefits package:

• Guaranteed starting salary from £45,000 DOE
• Overtime and working away allowance
• Car allowance and EV car scheme / option of company vehicle
• 25 days annual leave increasing to 28 days with length of service (+ bank holidays)
• Option to buy / sell up to 3 days holiday each year
• Contributory pension scheme (5% Matched)
• Life Insurance
• Private Medical Insurance
• Enhanced Family Leave policies
• Award-winning Employee Assistance Helpline and Online GP Service
• Cycle to work scheme
• Annual Railcard
• Annual flu jab and eye test
• A professional development and sustainability allowance
• 2 x sustainable holiday travel days
• 1 day off paid each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice
• Up to one professional membership fee paid for by the Company each year
• Reward for introductions scheme
  
  

About Us

We are Optimised, a team of 140 people driven by passion to create a positive impact and make a real difference in the world!

With offices across the UK in Ashby, Blackpool, Bristol, and Sittingbourne, and our team of engineers working nationwide, we pride ourselves on delivering impactful solutions to optimise the world's transition to net zero and beyond.

We recognise that the climate emergency is the greatest challenge of our generation, and we're driven both personally and professionally to be a force for positive change.

We deliver a range of integrated energy and sustainability solutions spanning Carbon Impact, Utility Management and Building Optimisation that help our clients achieve their decarbonisation goals whilst delivering significant returns on investment.

As a certified B Corp, we place purpose before profit, upholding the highest standards of social and environmental performance, diversity, inclusion, and accountability in everything we do.

At Optimised, we know that our people are our greatest asset. That's why we offer a flexible, fun, and supportive environment where everyone has the opportunity to perform to their best. We're always looking for individuals who share our values and are passionate about making a positive impact.

As we continue to grow, we need more dedicated people to join our mission. If you're driven by purpose and ready to contribute to a better future, we'd love to hear from you!

Interested?

If you are interested and think you can help us achieve our mission to net zero, please apply here or send your CV along with a covering note to [email protected]

Recruitment agencies

At Optimised we have selected agencies who we work with and will not consider CVs or speculative proposals from any agencies outside of this and therefore we kindly request you not to contact us.

Any CVs received from any agency which is not nominated to work for this specific position, and which are not received via our internal ATS will be considered as unsolicited and the property of the Optimised, with no obligation to pay agency fees.

W e are committed to creating an inclusive and flexible working environment, that promotes diversity. We encourage you to apply even if you may not have all the experience listed in the advert or seeking an alternative working pattern. We recognise that talent comes in various forms, and we are committed to providing opportunities that create an environment of growth, diversity, and inclusion for everyone

If you have a medical condition or an individual need for an adjustment to our process, and you believe this may affect your ability to be at your best - please let us know so we can talk about how we can best support you and make any adjustments that may be needed. In your application, please feel free to note which pronouns you use.

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