Title: Project Delivery Engineer
Lead the Future of Energy Infrastructure as a Project Delivery Engineer at Cadent
Are you a strategic leader with a passion for delivering complex engineering projects? Do you thrive in high-stakes environments where safety, innovation, and stakeholder collaboration are key? At Cadent, we’re looking for a dynamic Project Delivery Engineer to lead the successful execution of major and standard projects across our portfolio.
In this pivotal role, you’ll be accountable for delivering projects on time, within budget, and to specification - while ensuring the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance. You’ll manage multidisciplinary teams, coordinate contractors, and act as the key interface between internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless project delivery.
This is your opportunity to shape the infrastructure that powers millions of homes and businesses- - while building a legacy of engineering excellence.
Why You’ll Love This Role
As a Project Delivery Engineer, you will:
- Lead the end-to-end delivery of complex and standard projects, ensuring robust design, programme, commissioning plans, and seamless integration across delivery interfaces.
- Manage project performance by overseeing budgets, timelines, SHESQ risks, and stakeholder relationships to safeguard Cadent’s reputation.
- Provide strategic input during the pre-sanction phase, reviewing SHESQ management, risk, deliverability, and supporting contractor performance and commissioning.
- Ensure compliance with Cadent’s Cyber, Data, and Safety policies, as well as relevant regulatory and procedural standards.
- Deliver comprehensive reporting on SHE performance, financial forecasts, milestone tracking, and project status to support governance and transparency.
- Represent Cadent externally, managing land, consents, public relations, and promoting a proactive safety culture through visible leadership and engagement.
What you will bring
- Engineering Degree, HNC, SNVQ/NVQ, or equivalent operational experience
- IOSH (required), NEBOSH (desirable), APM Foundation (desirable)
- SCO AE & CP, Compex 01–04 and EL/6 authorisation (desirable)
- Professional registration (desirable)
- Strong engineering project delivery experience in the gas industry
- In-depth knowledge of gas plant systems, E&I, and process safety principles
- Strong understanding of HSE regulations (PSSR, COMAH, PSR), CDM, SCO, and Safety Management Systems
- Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills
At Cadent, we don’t just deliver projects - we deliver progress. Join a forward-thinking team where your leadership will shape the future of energy delivery in the UK.
Ready to lead with purpose? Apply now and take the next step in your engineering career with Cadent.
Please note that this position will close at midnight 3rd June , with interviews expected to take place w/c 23rd June
Disclaimer: While the closing date is set as mentioned, we reserve the right to close the application process earlier if necessary, depending on the unique circumstances of each role.
At Cadent, we’re thrilled to be part of the future of UK energy!
We have a clear roadmap to drive our performance to the forefront of our industry and support the UK government in achieving its net zero targets by 2050.
We’re making a difference through innovation and new ways of working. Together, we’re shaping a cleaner, greener future for our 11 million customers, whom we put at the heart of everything we do.
What’s In It for You
Here at Cadent, we recognise that our people are truly unsung heroes. Quietly confident, delivering every day - that’s why we’re committed to supporting our people to get the best out of themselves. For this role, we offer:
- Annual bonus
- Pension Scheme double matched up to a total of 18% of salary
- 25 days holiday, plus statutory days, and an option to buy more
- An extra day off each year to celebrate life’s special moments
- Career development with funded learning options
- Flexible working and strong ED&I commitments
- Generous family policies and flexible benefits
- Retail discounts, gym access, and more
We support a healthy work-life balance and are open to flexible working options.
Diversity and Inclusion
Don’t meet every requirement? No problem! If you’re excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification mentioned, we would still love for you to submit your application – you may just be the right person for this role or other opportunities at Cadent.
We value diversity and are committed to being an equitable employer. Our employee communities – Women in Cadent, Pride at Work (LGBTQ+), Embrace (ethnicity and religion), Thrive! (disability), the Cadent Military Community, the Grief Awareness Community, and the Men's Engagement Network (M.E.N) – can’t wait to welcome you!
Circle Back Initiative
As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we ensure all candidates receive a response to their application.
What’s next?
To be considered for this role, please submit your application with an up-to-date CV and our Talent Acquisition team will get in touch soon. To learn more about Cadent, visit our website at Home - Cadent Gas Ltd
Be part of something big. Help shape the future of gas for generations to come.
