Assistant Consents Engineer

BALFOUR BEATTY-4; Leiston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm seeks an Assistant Consents Engineer to support the Consents team in managing conditions. You will ensure all necessary consents are in place, develop supporting information, and monitor adherence to consent conditions. Ideal candidates are strong communicators with proficiency in data management tools like Excel, and a proactive attitude towards learning and tasks.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Generous leave policies

Pension schemes

Recognition schemes

Qualifications

• Ability to engage internal and external stakeholders effectively.
• Understanding of Health & Safety hazards and risks.
• Basic ability to identify and report risks/issues.

Responsibilities

• Support the CWA Consents team by managing consent conditions.
• Monitor adherence to consent conditions during construction.
• Develop and coordinate information for consent submissions.

Skills

Strong communicator

Proactive ownership

Independent work

Time management

Data management using Excel

Job description

About the role

Be part of this 'once in a generation' project that will deliver clean energy to 6 million homes for the next 60 years. Sizewell C will see the creation of a 3.2 Gigawatt nuclear power station on the Suffolk coast to provide reliable, low-carbon electricity.

The Civil Works Alliance is an extended delivery enterprise involving Sizewell C and three international construction companies: Balfour Beatty, Bouygues Travaux Publics, and Laing O'Rourke.

We are more than just an alliance; we are bringing together a single delivery organization with extensive experience from major infrastructure projects worldwide.

What you'll be doing

The Assistant Consents Engineer will support the CWA Consents team by managing conditions attached to approved Consents. They will assist in developing and coordinating supporting information for Consent submissions. Before construction, they will ensure all necessary Consents are in place, and during construction, they will monitor adherence to consent conditions.

Who we're looking for

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong communicator with the ability to engage internal and external stakeholders effectively.
• Proactive in taking ownership and communicating outcomes.
• Ability to work independently and seek opportunities proactively.
• Willingness to learn and seek out information independently.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Proficient in data management using Microsoft Excel.

Health, Safety & Environmental

• Understanding of H&S hazards, risks, and mitigation methods.
• Environmental awareness.
• Awareness of consent regulation processes.

Quality

• Ability to read and understand drawings and schedules.
• Knowledge of specifications and contract documents.

Reporting

• Basic ability to identify and report risks/issues.

Why work for us

Our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious projects, developing infrastructure that supports the economy and communities.

Why join us?

In addition to contributing to impactful projects, we offer a range of benefits, including flexible working arrangements, generous leave policies, pension schemes, share plans, volunteering leave, and recognition schemes.

About us

Balfour Beatty's Major Projects business delivers complex infrastructure projects like HS2 and Hinkley Point C. We utilize the latest technology to drive productivity and create sustainable solutions that benefit communities.

Diversity and inclusion

We believe diversity and inclusion are key to our success. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive, and we actively participate in initiatives supporting this goal. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including Armed Forces personnel, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Employer and a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme'.