Bradley Hughes

Project Engineer

Bracknell, England, United Kingdom

About

Proactive and detail-oriented Project Engineer with hands-on experience in utility infrastructure, process operations, and engineering project management. Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams, prepare technical documentation, oversee installation and commissioning, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards. Strong background in site operations, fault diagnosis, procurement support, and customer service. Adaptable, safety-conscious, and results-driven.

Experience

  • Thames Water (Bracknell, England, United Kingdom)
    • Project Engineer
      Feb 2025 - Present · 1 yr 6 mos

      Thames Water Utilities – Bracknell STW Loddon and Thames catchment Dates: Feb 2025 – Present • Developed detailed scope of works and managed tendering processes. • Led technical aspects of engineering projects from concept to completion. • Collaborated across departments (design, procurement, construction) to drive project success. • Reviewed engineering specifications, drawings, and documents. • Monitored project milestones, assessed risks, and implemented corrective actions. • Conducted site inspections during installation, testing, and commissioning. • Supported procurement by reviewing technical specs and supplier proposals. • Ensured project compliance with HSE standards, client expectations, and regulatory requirements. • Maintained project documentation for quality assurance and audits.

    • Process Technician
      Jan 2022 - Feb 2025 · 3 yrs 2 mos

      Process Technician Thames Water Utilities – Bracknell STW Dates: Jan 2022 – Feb 2025 • Managed daily site operations and asset maintenance to ensure continuous compliance. • Identified and resolved onsite faults; initiated mitigation strategies as required. • Responded to alarms for failed/tripping assets; conducted reactive maintenance. • Raised and tracked work orders for specialist teams (Electrical, Mechanical, ICA). • Maintained strong site standards—clean, safe, and optimized for performance. • Prioritized health and safety, questioning unsafe practices and maintaining vigilance.

  • uPVC Specialist (own company) at East Berkshire Glazing
    Jun 2018 - Jan 2022 · 3 yrs 8 mos

    I had my own business started whilst I was also doing carpet fitting, I owned and ran the business for 4 years and grew quite successful. My main specialities where; uPVC windows and doors Composite doors Conservatories Facia's, soffits and guttering

  • Carpet Fitter at ASCENT CARPET & FLOORING SOLUTIONS LIMITED
    Aug 2018 - Jun 2020 · 1 yr 11 mos

    Carpet Fitter’s Mate Ascent Carpets – Berkshire/Surrey • Conducted site prep and measurements for residential and commercial jobs. • Advised clients on carpet options; ensured tidy and organized job sites.

  • Genesys (Camberley)
    • IT Desktop Systems Specialist
      Jan 2016 - Jun 2018 · 2 yrs 6 mos

      My main duties whilst working at genesys where making sure all users in the office where up to date with all the latest equipment and there were no problems with their accounts or how their machines worked. I also looked after all of our remote users from the UK and South Africa. on a day to day basis I would be testing and configuring users VPN connections, setting up FTP accounts, completing tickets as the came in and answering emails from people within the organization. When I first started I had very minimal experience with Macs and OSX but within the first week I now know how to image, set up and look after a Mac PC or laptop.

    • IT Support Engineer
      Nov 2015 - Jan 2016 · 3 mos

      My main duties whilst working at genesys where making sure all users in the office where up to date with all the latest equipment and there were no problems with their accounts or how their machines worked. I also looked after all of our remote users from the UK and South Africa. on a day to day basis I would be testing and configuring users VPN connections, setting up FTP accounts, completing tickets as the came in and answering emails from people within the organization. When I first started I had very minimal experience with Macs and OS X but within the first week I now know how to image, set up and look after a Mac PC or laptop.

  • Information Technology Support Consultant at Waitrose
    Jan 2016 - Mar 2016 · 3 mos

    Whilst fulfilling a temporary contract for Waitrose my duties on a day to day basis where taking calls and performing as many troubleshooting steps as I could before assigning the log over to the 2nd line team, I took anywhere between 20 and 50 calls daily resolving 50-70% of them over the phone. I was part of a team who looked after everything in branch from their laptops to the scanners on the tills, I also was part of looking after all of the head office users and their laptops, PC’s and AD accounts.