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.