HRC Recruitment Looking for Project Engineer at Glasgow Full Time

Project Engineer – Glasgow – up to £60,000

Are you somebody who is passionate about working with an iconic global leading brand? Do you want to be a part of a drinks legacy that goes back hundreds of years? Or are you somebody who would like to unleash their entrepreneurial spirit? If so, this is a fantastic opportunity to become a Project Engineer with an excellent opportunity for development, working and delivering the significant engineering capital plan.

Are you who we are looking for?

• Bachelor of Science Degree (or higher) in Chemical, Mechanical, Civil Engineering, Architectural discipline, or equivalent trades experience.
• Professional certification in their area of study is preferable.
• 5 – 7 years’ experience ideally within the Scotch Whisky industry or a similar FMCG environment, engaging with key Business Leaders.
• A strong grounding in project management and demonstratable experience in leading projects within a similar working environment.
• A solid understanding of both current legislation and quality standards.
• Possess a valid driver’s license, for driving to remote plants.
• Excellent written and verbal skills, with the ability to use Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Auto-Cad for project documentation development.
• Ability to work across multiple locations and geographies.
• Need for travel and time away from home.

What does the day-to-day look like?

• You will lead the execution of projects related to process engineering, energy, water, and wastewater optimisation through a documented Phased Project Work Process. The candidate must be able to work independently and with teams to develop project scopes and lead design review meetings.
• You will coordinate 3rd party engineers, contractors, and construction schedules, modify actions as necessary to work with production schedules, track spending and expenditures, and perform all other activities necessary for efficient project management.
• You will work with others to develop new projects, validate cost savings, and execute projects.
• You will be involved with capital planning, developing scopes, and creating specifications, cost estimating, cash flow forecasting. You will also prepare presentations for approval, project execution, manage contractors, manage project teams, and status communication.
• You will develop the project management and reporting processes across the business, providing monthly reporting to the Senior Management team against the agreed strategy and targets, and supporting the maintenance of an effective project management strategy.
• You will plan, oversee, and undertake internal reviews to identify opportunities for improving the effectiveness and efficiency of our implementation of Monozukuri across all areas of our business.

HRC Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer, and all applications will be treated as such.