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Construction Project Engineer

Job in Reading, Berkshire, RG1, England, UK
Listing for: Scantec Recruitment
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-24
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 42.75 GBP Hourly GBP 42.75 HOUR
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Job Title: Construction Project Engineer

Location: Reading

Job Type: Contract

Rate: £42.75 per hour (CIS)

Duration: 18 months

Security Clearance: SC Clearance required (must be willing to obtain DV Clearance)

About the Role:

We are currently seeking an experienced Construction Project Engineer to join our client on a long-term project based in Reading. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified professional with an electrical background to work within a highly regulated and rewarding environment.

As a Construction Project Engineer, you will play a key role in the installation, modification, maintenance, repair, testing, and trials of various systems. You’ll be part of a dedicated team, ensuring project milestones are achieved safely and efficiently.

Key Requirements:

  • Security Clearance: Minimum SC Clearance is essential; candidates must be willing to undergo DV Clearance.
  • Qualifications:
  • CSCS Gold Card
  • Background:
  • Must be a qualified Electrician who has moved into a Project Engineer role
  • Previous experience within the nuclear sector is highly desirable

Desirable Skills & Certifications:

  • Membership of an appropriate technical/professional body
  • NEBOSH Construction Certificate

This role offers the opportunity to work on site, on complex and challenging construction projects in a highly regulated industry sector. The working pattern is a 9 day fortnight working 75 hours over a two week period.

Seniority level
  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment type

    Contract
Job function
  • Job function

    Project Management
  • Industries Defense and Space Manufacturing and Electric Power Generation

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