Project Engineer

Elate Staffing Solutions LtdClay Crossreedpublished 09/22/2026

Location: Chesterfield, Derbyshire Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 per annum Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

The Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Project Engineer to join a growing Groundwater Engineering team, supporting the delivery of technically challenging groundwater, drilling and civil engineering projects across the UK and internationally.

This is a varied, hands-on role combining technical engineering, project coordination and site operations , making it an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to develop their career within a specialist environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the planning and delivery of groundwater and civil engineering projects.
  • Coordinate site setup, logistics and technical documentation.
  • Liaise with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and site teams .
  • Monitor project progress, quality, costs and compliance.
  • Prepare and review RAMS, method statements and QA documentation .
  • Support project scheduling and programme tracking using Microsoft Project .
  • Assist with technical reporting, data analysis, commissioning and handover.
  • Identify opportunities for continuous improvement across projects.
  • Ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to specification.

About You

  • 3+ years' experience in drilling, construction, civil or mechanical engineering.
  • Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
  • Practical understanding of site operations and health & safety.
  • Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project .
  • Full UK driving licence.
  • Experience with groundwater systems, boreholes or pump installations would be advantageous.
  • Willingness to travel to project sites across the UK and potentially internationally.

What's on Offer

  • £40,000 – £45,000 salary , depending on experience.
  • Permanent, full-time position.
  • Opportunity to work on UK and international engineering projects .
  • Career development and ongoing training.
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment.
  • Company pension scheme.
  • Free on-site parking.

If you're a technically minded Project Engineer looking for a varied role with genuine responsibility and the opportunity to work on specialist groundwater and engineering projects, we'd like to hear from you.