Job Specifications
Title: Project Engineer
Position Type: Permanent
Location: Cheshire
Categories: Project Management, Engineering
We are currently recruiting for a Project Engineer to Lead and support the delivery of multidisciplinary engineering projects (Process improvements, Capacity enhancement, Compliance, Infrastructure upgrades) on a Chemical site based in Cheshire.
Responsibilities:
Ensure projects are aligned with business objectives, statutory requirements, and company standards.
Plan, coordinate, and deliver engineering EPC and EPCM projects across process, mechanical, Civil and electrical disciplines
Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
Manage contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards throughout project delivery.
Lead project risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
Maintain accurate project documentation, including P&IDs, asset registers, and change management records.
Drive project governance through stage-gate reviews, reporting, and performance tracking.
Support commissioning, handover, and integration of new plant modifications or equipment into operations.
Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and EHS teams to ensure project deliverables meet operational needs.
Projects delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to specification.
Effective stakeholder communication and collaboration across departments.
Hands on/ boots on the ground Project delivery
Strong project governance and documentation maintained.
Continuous improvement in project delivery processes and outcomes.
Qualifications:
Minimum 5 years’ experience delivering engineering projects in a COMAH or high-hazard environment.
Degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics or Chemical Engineering) with project management experience.
Chartered status or working towards it is advantageous.
Strong project management skills (planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk management).
Technical understanding of process safety and hazard identification methods (HAZOP, LOPA, ALARP).
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to make decisions under pressure with a positive, results-driven attitude.
About the Company
At PM Group, our vision is to be a highly valued, creative delivery partner, building a more sustainable world with our clients. Employee owned, we work across Europe, the UK, Asia and the USA.
Our team of 3,750+ people specialise in the design, construction and commissioning of high-tech facilities. Over 50 years, we’ve built our expertise working for the world's leading pharma, food, data centre and medical technology companies. We also have an excellent track record in the advanced manufacturing and energy sectors.
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