Project Engineer

Join Our Team as a Technology Maintenance & Project Engineer!

Are you ready to make a significant impact on one of London’s most vital transport infrastructure projects? We’re seeking a passionate Technology Maintenance & Project Engineer to become an integral part of our TfL Tunnels & Pump Stations team, based at the iconic Blackwall Tunnel.

About the Role

In this dynamic position, you will be the key liaison between our main contract team, our technology subcontractor Cubic, TfL stakeholders, and other technical partners. Your expertise will help coordinate and oversee the technology workstream, ensuring the reliable performance and continuous improvement of technology systems across the TfL road tunnels.

Key Details

• Location: Blackwall Tunnel, London – site-based, 5 days per week
• Hours: 12-month Fixed Term Contract - 45 hours per week
• Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per year + private healthcare + £5.9k annual car allowance
• Note: We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship for this role.

Your Responsibilities

As a Technology Maintenance & Project Engineer, your day-to-day tasks will include:

• Managing the relationship with our technology subcontractor Cubic, ensuring all delivery, performance, and contractual commitments are met.
• Coordinating with TfL and other technical teams for seamless integration of technology systems with civil, electrical, mechanical, and SCADA elements.
• Providing technical oversight for communications, control systems, monitoring systems, and networked infrastructure.
• Reviewing and validating technical submissions, designs, test documents, and commissioning evidence to ensure compliance with standards.
• Supporting emergency responses to critical incidents and coordinating rapid resolution to restore system functionality safely.

What We’re Looking For

This role is perfect for you if you:

• Hold a degree or equivalent qualification in a technology-focused engineering discipline, or have relevant highways and traffic technology experience.
• Have experience managing subcontractors, ideally in technology or systems integration.
• Understand tunnel technologies, communications networks, and control systems.
• Are self-motivated with strong communication skills, capable of building positive relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Hold a valid UK full driving licence and can travel to sites as required.

Rewards and Benefits

We’re proud to offer our talented team a variety of benefits tailored to your needs. Join us and enjoy:

• Competitive salary and annual car allowance.
• Private healthcare coverage.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Kier, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace is a top priority. We’re committed to continuous improvement and value the unique perspectives of our employees. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure that a fair number of disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria will be offered an interview.

Due to the nature of this role, a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check will be required. We treat all applicants fairly and do not discriminate based on conviction history.

We can’t wait to see your application! Join us and be part of something great at Kier.

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