Assistant Project Manager

Balfour Beatty plc; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure firm is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the Bramford Substation project in Power Transmission & Distribution. This role involves project delivery accountability, maintaining records, and collaborating with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have experience in safe systems of work and contract management. Offering competitive benefits including flexible work arrangements and 25 days annual leave. Join us in shaping vital infrastructure projects across the UK.

Benefits

Smart working with flexibility

25 days paid annual leave

Family friendly policies

Qualifications

• Experience in implementing safe systems of work.
• Experience in managing risks and change processes.
• Good understanding of the standard forms of contracts.
• Proficient in commercial/project management communications.

Responsibilities

• Support project delivery and maintain accurate project records.
• Prepare internal/external reports and liaise with stakeholders.
• Monitor safety and welfare of the general public and employees.
• Assist management of subcontractors and ensure procurement plans.

Skills

Experience in implementing safe systems of work

Experience in managing risks and change processes

Good understanding of the standard forms of contracts

Proficient in commercial/project management communications

Good interpersonal skills

Education

BSc/MSc in management/construction or equivalent experience

Tools

O365

Job description

About The Role

Assistant Project Manager – Power Transmission & Distribution

Location: Bramford Substation (with site and office-based working)

We are seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support growing demand on the Bramford Substation project within the Power Transmission & Distribution (T&D) sector. This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in the successful delivery of a major infrastructure project, supporting the Project Manager / Project Director across all stages of the project lifecycle.

You will hold sectional or partial accountability for project delivery and act as a proactive change agent, helping to drive performance, collaboration, and continuous improvement across a multi‑disciplinary team.

What you’ll be doing

• periodic project reviews (PRM) and update the Digital Briefcase in accordance with GBL
• Assist to maintain accurate project records (progress, daily diaries etc.)
• Prepare both internal/external reports and liaise with stakeholders
• Initiate good scope/information/configuration management principles
• Help to ensure reports provide relevant information to enable informed, cost‑effective decisions in line with overall strategy
• Help to ensure scope and package assignment supports the team in coordinated working
• Ensure a relentless focus on Zero Harm & keep up to date with changes in legislation
• Partially responsible for the safety and welfare of the general public, employees and supply chain
• Carry out periodic Safety & Environmental tours/promote observation and safety initiatives
• Support Accident/Incident Investigations
• Monitor effectiveness of the H&S Management System and implement improvement solutions
• Help to develop, implement and update resource allocation plans (OBS) and raise appropriate requests
• Motivate and empower the team using the resources available through training, mentoring and performance management
• Produce plans for the team to achieve goals/aspirations
• Assist the Project Manager to lead risk/opportunity reviews, present the Risk
• Register and recommend/implement changes
• Log and escalate any issues that cannot be resolved at delegated level of authority
• Assist management of subcontractors, including monitoring of contractor attendance and progress, providing direct instruction and support as necessary, such that contractual arrangements are achieved
• Help to ensure procurement plans are available in line with the overall project plans, such that material/resources/supply chain can be delivered to meet scheduled deadlines
• Follow targets/KPI’s in line with project objectives and monitor performance
• Ensure assurance activities (audits) are undertaken and take appropriate action on findings
• Help to develop, implement and periodically update resource loaded schedules
• Ensure team adopt productivity and project controls techniques
• Monitor progress and implement Short Interval Control processes/hold weekly meeting
• Ensure production of operational milestones reflect master schedule and customer expectation
• Ensure that expenditure is in line with the budget and that resources are utilised efficiently to ensure cost control
• Able to identify elements for cost recovery from others
• Incorporate and balance both operational and commercial constraints into decision making
• Analyse, appraise and implement CEs

Who we’re looking for

The following qualities/experience are essential

• Experience in implementing safe systems of work
• Experience in managing risks and change processes
• Good understanding of the standard forms of contracts
• Proficient in commercial/project management communications
• Able to communicate effectively both verbal and written with all levels of the organisation
• Good interpersonal skills that enable working relationships to be developed at all levels across the business and be able to negotiate and influence
• Able to undertake work in high pressure situations with a flexible attitude
• A record of a solutions‑based approach to problem solving

The following qualities/experience are desirable

• Experience of working on a variety of project types
• Is a member of a professional management body i.e. APM
• Proficient on O365
• Holds a current driving licence

The role holder is likely to have one or more of the following

• Holds or working towards a formal qualification (BSc/MSc) in management/construction or experience equivalent
• Holds or working towards either the APM PFQ/PMQ
• Holds CSCS and SSSTS or Equivalent

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Benefits

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

• Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…

About Us

Balfour Beatty’s Power Transmission & Distribution teams work with regional, national and international electricity network owners and operators to provide technical engineering solutions across the full spectrum of the electricity grid, including overhead lines, cabling, substations and distribution networks.

From scoping and feasibility, to design, construction and on‑going maintenance, our in‑house experts, flexible resources and industry‑leading innovations support customers in the development of some of the UK’s most ambitious power transmission and distribution projects.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background.

To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence ‘Employer Recognition Scheme’ and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long‑term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: [e-mail]