Electrical Project Engineer

About Barhale

Who are Barhale?

Barhale is a business founded on family values, having been established by our Chairman, Dennis Curran, in 1980. We are one of the largest privately owned civil engineering and infrastructure specialists in the UK, with over 40 years of experience in providing design, civil engineering and maintenance services working across multiple sectors, including:

Water
Transport
Built environment
EnergyWe operate as a tier one partner for blue chip, regulated and private clients, working as part of large frameworks, joint ventures and alliances, as well as on individual standalone projects, developing long-term relationships based on delivering to the Barhale values which have been integral to our business since their inception in 1985.

Our direct delivery model is at the core of everything we do, as we believe that people are our greatest asset. Therefore, we robustly source, train and retain all our own frontline delivery teams as well as management and support services. We employ over 1,200 employees nationwide.

We possess a range of specialist skills to support our civil engineering and infrastructure activities, including:

Tunnelling
MEICA
Temporary and permanent design
Steel-fabrication
Signs (design and fabrication)
Health & safety equipment and products, including PPE

Why join Barhale?

As Gold Investors in People, we are committed to a high standard of people practices, creating an inclusive environment and ensuring cultural alignment to business strategy, ethos and philosophies.
Job security, long-term secured work through various frameworks and large infrastructure schemes
A broad range of civil engineering, mechanical and electrical schemes across some of the UK’s largest infrastructure projects and clients
Strong career progression as demonstrated by our track record in promoting from within, as we believe this is a key driver of our successElectrical Project Engineer (MEICA)

The Role

As an Electrical Project Engineer within the MEICA business, you will bring demonstrable MEICA or industrial installation experience and practical skills to the team with an electrical focus. You will provide the detailed technical input to the project and ensure that the work is safe and meets the specifications before implementation. The Electrical Project Engineer will have a strong focus on achieving safety targets and will have zero tolerance for unsafe working practices and occurrences. They will actively engage the project construction team in the successful implementation of project delivery.

Working closely with the Project Manager and the project team, you will ensure that MEICA project-related activities are planned and executed to meet the project requirements in a safe and cost-effective manner.

You will also contribute to customer satisfaction and ensure quality is always achieved.

Barhale’s civil engineering and infrastructure projects are varied in value, complexity, and duration, from established frameworks to individual bespoke projects and unplanned emergency works. With projects varying from £200k to £10m+, you will be essential in driving efficiencies within the scope of work, driving MEICA elements of work, and providing a high standard of project-related activities.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting the Project Management team in the delivery of MEICA projects
Production of functional specifications, contractor selection and ensuring that all supporting scope is delivered on time
Provide data to the project Commercial manager / QS in respect to variation orders and site instructions
Manage suppliers of engineering services across all technical disciplines
Liaise with any consultants, subcontractors, supervisors, planners, quantity surveyors and the general workforce involved in the project
Liaise with clients and their representatives (architects, engineers, and surveyors), including attending regular meetings to keep them informed of progress
Developing and reviewing tender documents, both for consultants and construction works.
Understanding project risks and co-ordinating mitigation activities
Carrying out Technical Assurance checks and audits of contractor activities and outputs through the detailed design and construction phases of projects
Assisting in the resolution of engineering issues arising through project delivery and ensuring quality control
Manage multiple engineering aspects of projects from inception to completion, ensuring they meet technical and quality standards
Collaborating with project stakeholders, including clients, architects, and contractors, to understand project requirements and objectives
Developing and overseeing project plans, schedules, and budgets, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget
Supporting the project team in preparing detailed MEICA & interface engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation
Working with the project team by assigning in tasks and providing technical guidance and mentorship
Understanding project risks and co-ordinating the mitigation activities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations throughout the project
Coordinating with other engineering disciplines, such as mechanical, electrical, ICA, process and civil engineers, to ensure integrated and coordinated project designs
Participating in site visits and inspections to monitor progress, resolve technical issues, and ensure quality control
Troubleshooting with the project team in resolving MEICA-related issues that may arise during project execution
Ensuring that projects adhere to codes, standards, and industry best practices
Managing project documentation, including technical reports, change orders, and project records
Providing technical support to clients and designers and addressing their inquiries and concerns
Keeping up to date with advancements in electrical engineering technology and best practices
Preparing and delivering project progress reports and presentations to clients and project stakeholders

About you

Essential 

Previous experience working in an electrical discipline
Expertise in Instrumentation, control and automation systems
Demonstrated capability in electrical installations
Ability to liaise at all levels
A team player with the ability to coordinate project-related activities with clients’ consultants and 3rd parties
Methodical approach with a clear focus on client, customer, and quality
Strong leadership qualities and a natural problem solver
Able to prioritise a varied workload and demonstrate good time management to comply with deadlines
Further education qualified
SMSTS or NEBOSH qualified
Relevant CSCS Card (Either Experienced Technical Supervisor, Supervisory, Professionally Qualified Person, or Manager)
Previous experience working in a similar role
Familiar with programme management and maintenanceDesirable

WIMES Standards familiarisation
Experience of working within the utilities industry, especially Water & Wastewater
Strong programme and schedule management experience
Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office package
Commercial and contract experience, Knowledge of MF1, NEC, IChemE or similar model contracts
EUSR Water Hygiene card
Educated to Degree level or equivalent in an engineering-related subject, ideally in the field of Electrical or ICA
City and Guilds 2391 Inspection and Testing
18th Edition
SCADA/HMI/PLC experienceCaring and investing in you

Our values have been embedded at Barhale for over 40 years, and they are our guiding principles regarding how we care and invest in people.  Our values are our commitment to being a people-centric company.

As a Gold Investors in People company and a Sunday Times 100 Best Company to Work For, we are committed to investing in people. We are passionate about creating a working environment where people are supported throughout their careers, where people can enjoy security and be part of a company that cares about them.

From the moment you join us, your well-being and career aspirations will be supported by.

Competitive salary
Company Pension
Life Assurance
Private Medical
25 days of annual leave in addition to 8 public bank holidays and loyalty days
8 hours volunteering
Employee Assistance Programme to support your mental, physiological and financial wellbeing
Flexible benefits via salary sacrifice
Company car/green car scheme/car allowance/Van (dependent on position)
Leadership & management training and coaching
Regular line management engagement and appraisal to support your career progression
Development supported by internal and externally delivered training
Continuous service awards