Engineering Project Managers and Project Engineers
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STARTING PAY£35,000 - £45,000
RELATIONAL MOATPeople want a real person for this. That preference is the protection.
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Engineering Project Managers and Project Engineers
Engineering Project Managers and Project Engineers are the driving force behind innovative engineering projects that shape our infrastructure and technology landscape. Their expertise ensures that complex projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, making a significant impact on the UK’s economy and global engineering advancements.
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This job holds up well against AI
AI is used for a modest share of what this job actually involves today, and people want a real person for this. That preference is the protection. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior Project EngineerAs a Junior Project Engineer, you will assist in the planning and execution of engineering projects, gaining hands-on experience while working under the guidance of senior engineers.£35,000 - £45,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEProject ManagerIn this role, you will lead project teams, manage budgets, and ensure that projects are delivered on time and to specification, taking on more responsibility and autonomy.£50,000 - £60,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior Engineering Project ManagerAs a Senior Engineering Project Manager, you will oversee multiple projects, mentor junior staff, and play a key role in strategic planning and client engagement.£75,000+
Apprenticeship listings for this career → (June 2026 snapshot; check closing dates on the official service)
The degree route
Courses in this career's subject area, from the live library of 35,000; every one is AI impact assessed through its actual graduate destinations.
🎓Astronautics and Space EngineeringThe University of Surrey · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£41,500 median
🎓Electrical & Electronic EngineeringColeg Sir Gar · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£40,000 median
🎓Electronic Engineering with a Year in IndustryRoyal Holloway and Bedford New College · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£35,000 median
🎓Mechanical and Offshore EngineeringRobert Gordon University · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£33,000 median
🎓Mechanical EngineeringThe University of Bath · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£33,000 median
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There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.
Degree subjects that lead this way
Courses in this career's subject area, from the same register that priced the degree above. Subject-matched, not a guaranteed qualifying route: check each course's own entry requirements and any professional accreditation before you rely on it.
Music TechnologyLeeds Beckett University · DegreeAstronautics and Space EngineeringThe University of Surrey · DegreeElectrical & Electronic EngineeringColeg Sir Gar · DegreeElectronic Engineering with a Year in IndustryRoyal Holloway and Bedford New College · DegreeMechanical and Offshore EngineeringRobert Gordon University · DegreeMechanical EngineeringThe University of Bath · Degree