Assistant Package Manager - London

Balfour Beatty PLC; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking an Assistant Package Manager (Section Engineer) for a major infrastructure project in London. The role involves scope planning, risk management, and ensuring quality compliance while supervising subcontractor activities. Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering and relevant experience in large-scale projects. Join a transformative project at one of the UK's premier rail hubs.

Qualifications

• Experience in civil engineering on large infrastructure projects is required.
• Must have CSCS certification.
• Membership in a professional institution (ICE) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct scope reviews and identify gaps.
• Manage interface clashes and oversee subcontractor deliverables.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and manage quality assurance.

Skills

Civil Engineering expertise

Contract management (NEC3)

Quality assurance

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Education

BSc, MSc, or BEng in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Document control systems (BC, eB, CEMAR)

Job description

Job Opportunity: Assistant Package Manager (Section Engineer)

Balfour Beatty is seeking an Assistant Package Manager (Section Engineer) to join our Major Projects team at the iconic Old Oak Common development in London. This project involves the construction of HS2's new station, valued at approximately £1 billion, which will become the UK's premier rail hub. Our joint venture, Balfour Beatty VINCI SYTRA, will oversee the final design, construction, and commissioning of the station, featuring six underground platforms and additional platforms on the adjacent line, with high-speed rail connections to major destinations and airports.

Key Responsibilities include:

1. Scope & Planning: Conduct scope reviews, identify gaps, assess constructability, and analyze construction sequences and programme risks.
2. Coordination & Risk Management: Manage interface clashes, oversee subcontractor deliverables, and facilitate communication between teams.
3. Quality & Compliance: Monitor subcontractor performance, ensure quality assurance, and manage certification and non-conformance issues.
4. Procurement & Documentation: Prepare scope documents, Safe Work Instructions, and manage documentation approvals.
5. Site Management: Supervise subcontractor activities, track workforce and plant usage, and maintain progress reports.
6. Innovation & Value Engineering: Implement innovative solutions and value engineering proposals.
7. Safety & Environment: Promote a safe and sustainable work environment across all activities.

Qualifications & Experience:

• BSc, MSc, or BEng in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• CSCS certification
• Experience in civil engineering on large infrastructure projects
• Strong understanding of NEC3 contracts and site activity management
• Ability to monitor subcontractor performance and report effectively; SMSTS, PTS, or professional institution membership (ICE)
• Experience with earthworks, drainage, precast/cast-in RC, and temporary works
• Familiarity with utilities such as Network Rail, TfL, Thames Water
• Knowledge of document control systems (BC, eB, CEMAR)

Join BBVS, where we are committed to shaping the future of infrastructure through innovative, inclusive, and collaborative work environments. Be part of a transformative project like Old Oak Common Station and contribute to one of the UK's most significant transport hubs.

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