Project Engineer Location: Edinburgh, EH12 9BH Hours of work: 40 Contract Type: Permanent We are looking for a proactive and organised Project Engineer to support the delivery of a range of projects at a prestigious client site in Gogarburn, Edinburgh. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to further develop their experience, with strong potential for progression into leadership-focused roles. Job Description In this role, you will assist in the implementation, delivery, documentation, handover and warranty management of multiple projects, ensuring they are completed on time, to budget, and in line with client and business expectations. You will be responsible for maintaining high standards of health and safety, ensuring all work complies with statutory requirements and ISS procedures. You’ll also oversee the implementation of ISS Safe Systems of Work (SSOW), including the preparation and management of all relevant project permits. This position is ideal for an ambitious engineer looking to build their career with a forward-thinking business and gain valuable experience on a key account. Key Responsibilities * Act as site custodian, overseeing and coordinating subcontractors and client engineering teams. * Write and manage permits, including electrical isolations and safe systems of work. * Gatekeep and monitor on-site activities to ensure safety, compliance, and quality. * Oversee major works such as LV/switchgear replacements, generators, chillers, and refurbishments. * Carry out light hands-on tasks, but primarily supervise and manage contractor activities. * Escort contractors and ensure they meet ISS and client expectations. * Requires a resilient, assertive character to police works and maintain site standards. Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications * Strong electrical background , ideally with LV/HV knowledge; AP status is a plus (can be trained). * Experience in project engineering or critical site maintenance roles is highly desirable. * Hands-on understanding of permits, isolations, and contractor supervision. * Assertive and resilient character – must be confident managing and challenging subcontractors. * Growth potential – someone ambitious, reliable, and eager to develop within the team. * Comfortable in a supervisory or caretaker role with some light tool work. * Critical environment experience is advantageous. UK The Company ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience. Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it’s hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people. We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. ISSGreatPeople ISSTalent PeopleMakePlace ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer. ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of , , or reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, or maternity, (which includes , , , or and caste), or belief, , or educational background. We are a Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government’s Confident scheme. Our passion for inclusivity and makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work