Senior Project Engineer (Electrical)

Electrical Project Engineer
Location: UK Parliament Estate
Contract Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Salary: Competitive (offer typically starts at the base of salary range)
Leave: 30 days annual leave (rising to 35 after your first full leave year)
Application Deadline: May close early due to high application volume

Make an Impact at the Heart of UK Democracy
Join the UK Parliament and play a pivotal role in maintaining and modernising one of the most iconic estates in the world. Working at the House of Commons or House of Lords means becoming part of an impartial and professional workforce that helps Parliament function every single day.

About the Parliamentary Maintenance Services Team (PMST)
The PMST Projects Team is responsible for keeping the historic and modern infrastructure of the Parliamentary Estate running smoothly. With around 50 active projects and a £10 million annual budget, the team delivers electrical, mechanical, and structural enhancements across the estate while upholding the highest standards of safety, quality, and operational reliability.

The team works closely with various departments, including Digital Services, Security, Strategic Estates, and the Restoration & Renewal Client Team, to ensure Parliament’s buildings are future-ready.

Role Overview: Electrical Project Engineer
As an Electrical Project Engineer, you will be instrumental in planning and delivering electrical asset upgrades, replacements, and enhancement projects across the Parliamentary Estate. You’ll ensure systems are compliant, efficient, and safe, contributing to the long-term sustainability and resilience of Parliament’s infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct condition surveys and assess the current electrical infrastructure across the estate
• Develop comprehensive business cases and technical documentation to secure project approvals
• Plan and deliver electrical maintenance and enhancement projects using Parliamentary project governance frameworks
• Supervise contractors on-site, ensuring all works meet safety, time, and quality standards
• Serve as the key PMST technical stakeholder for larger capital projects
• Respond to and support critical incidents requiring technical input
• Ensure strict adherence to Health & Safety, CDM Regulations, and NEC contract standards

About You
To succeed in this role, you will need:

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree or NVQ Level 6 (or higher) in Electrical Engineering
• Chartered Engineer status or actively working towards it
• Proven experience in delivering complex electrical maintenance or infrastructure projects
• Deep understanding of electrical systems, fault diagnosis, and asset lifecycle management
• Knowledge of CDM regulations and hands-on experience with NEC contracts

Skills & Attributes

• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
• Strong communication and reporting capabilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines under pressure
• Familiarity with risk assessment, compliance, and quality control in live working environments

Why Join UK Parliament?
Working at Parliament comes with an excellent package of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing:

• Civil Service Pension – average employer contribution of 28.97%
• Access to professional training and development opportunities
• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• Interest-free season ticket and bicycle loans
• Generous leave allowance and paid public holidays

How to Apply
To apply, submit your CV and a supporting statement (up to 750 words) explaining how you meet the requirements of the role. You can learn more about the application process at the UK Parliament’s careers site.

Please anonymise your CV and statement by removing your name and any personally identifiable details.

Important Notes
Most successful applicants start at the base of the salary range, unless there are exceptional circumstances.
The UK Parliament reserves the right to close applications early if there is a high volume of interest.