Electrical Project Engineer

Electrical Project Engineer – Environment Location: Cambridge, England, United Kingdom About Us Galliford Try is one of the UK’s most formidable construction businesses with a vision to be a people‑orientated, progressive organisation. We are committed to delivering lasting change for our stakeholders and the communities we work in, while caring for the environment in which we work. The Role An opportunity has arisen for an Electrical Project Engineer to join our Environment Business. The position is based in or around the Cambridge area and involves travel across multiple sites and projects in the region. You will work on the South Staffs Water Framework, delivering schemes of varying sizes across the water industry. Key Responsibilities Lead electrical engineering activity from project inception to completion utilizing in‑house, installation and construction resources Deliver water M&E projects including pumping stations, dosing systems, chlorination plants and associated civil structures Conduct early site investigation works with the client, design and project teams Produce and review Health & Safety documentation (RAMS / Project Management Plans) Procure materials and manage supplier engagement Attend and undertake FATs, SATs, commissioning and client training Attend and provide input into internal and client‑facing design reviews Work closely with the design team to collate information, contribute to hazard studies and shape optimal solutions Support cost‑to‑complete / budget reviews with project delivery teams Lead negotiations with suppliers and subcontractors Prepare subcontract orders and support variation claims Liaise with site managers to ensure work is completed to programme, quality and budget Develop and maintain inspection & test plans (ITPs) Champion innovation while maintaining compliance with relevant standards Produce and manage project programmes Maintain high Health & Safety standards across all activity Ensure accurate close‑out of contractual documentation including as‑built drawings, O&M manuals and commissioning manuals About You – Skills & Experience Electrical ONC/HNC/BEng or NVQ equivalent Proven experience within the water industry ICA and/or ATEX experience (desirable but not essential) Commercial and contractual awareness Competent with MS Office including MS Project Organised, structured and professional with a passion for excellence Flexible, resilient and capable of building strong relationships at all levels Strong communicator across email, phone and face‑to‑face Customer‑focused with strong influencing and negotiation skills Experience of leading and managing engineering workstreams What We Can Offer in Return With an impressive order book of over £3.9 billion, we are one of the industry’s leading principal contractors. We provide stability, development and the opportunity to stretch your capabilities and achieve your long‑term career goals. We are committed to the wellbeing of all our people through our ‘Be Well’ programme, which offers product discounts, advice and support for a range of issues. We invest in high‑quality training at all levels, through our Leadership Development Framework, Apprenticeship Programmes and Career Paths initiative, offering tailored training and support to help you fulfil your potential. Our Benefits Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with service + option to purchase more Wide range of corporate discounts Cycle to Work scheme Comprehensive pension plan Regular Save As You Earn share purchase scheme Private medical scheme options for all salaried employees 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme Paid membership to one relevant professional body Additional Information Galliford Try welcomes applications from candidates who wish to work flexibly, reduced hours or part‑time – please discuss this with us during the process. Disability Confident Employer – We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants or those with long‑term health conditions who meet the essential criteria. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If you are excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply – you could be the right person for this or another role. How to Apply For more information or to enquire about other opportunities within our Environment business, please contact: 📧 Adam Wright – adam.wright@gallifordtry.co.uk Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Engineering and Information Technology Construction, Civil Engineering, and Utilities About the Team: Our Environment Business provides ‘source‑to‑sea’ asset delivery capability across the UK and Scotland, working on both frameworks and standalone projects. Since AMP3 we have delivered in excess of £2bn assets for clients such as Yorkshire Water, United Utilities, Anglian Water, Thames Water, Southern Water, Welsh Water and Scottish Water. #J-18808-Ljbffr