Delivering Works Within Possession (DWWP) Manager - London

Balfour Beatty; London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Balfour Beatty is seeking a Delivering Works Within Possession (DWWP) Manager for the Old Oak Common development in London. This role involves managing rail possessions, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and coordinating across multiple teams in a large construction project. Join a dynamic team committed to delivering exceptional infrastructure projects in a collaborative and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Smart working policy with up to 40% remote work

25 days paid annual leave

Family-friendly policies

Pension and share incentive plan

Volunteering leave and recognition schemes

Qualifications

• Experience with rail interface documentation and operations.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple teams and manage command centers.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Works Package teams for rail readiness certification.
• Develop possession communications and contingency plans.
• Ensure compliance with Network Rail standards.

Skills

Proficient in Office365

Customer-focused

Strong team player

Job description

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About the role

Balfour Beatty has an exciting opportunity for a Delivering Works Within Possession (DWWP) Manager to join our outstanding Rail Teamto work at our Old Oak Common development in London - join us and be part of the largest construction project in the UK.

HS2s new c. 1 billion Old Oak Common station will become the UKs best-connected rail station once completed. Our Balfour Beatty VINCI SYTRA joint venture will be responsible for the final design, construction, and commissioning of the station in Northwest London.

Upon completion, the new station will boast six underground platforms and up to eight platforms on the adjacent Great Western Main Line. Old Oak Common will also provide highspeed rail services to the Midlands, central London, Scotland, and the North, as well as direct services to three major airports. Incorporating passenger and retail facilities, the new station will provide an exceptional customer experience for both passengers and visitors to the station.

As a DWWP Manager you will support the planning and delivery of rail possessions at Old Oak Common, ensuring compliance with the T-Minus process and readiness certification. This specialist role requires strong rail knowledge and coordination across on-site teams, focusing on CSM and EIS documentation.

What you'll be doing

• Coordinate Works Package teams to deliver critical rail interface information for T-37 (NR) and T-52 (LU) readiness certification
• Collate and manage documentation for Entry into Service (EIS) and H&S Files
• Maintain DWWP Register and integrate into works documentation tracker
• Develop possession communications and contingency plans
• Set up and manage command & control centres for possessions
• Support possession box plans with IPT input
• Collaborate with the Track Access Manager; attend/cover whiteboard meetings as required
• Perform COSS duties when necessary
• Ensure compliance with Network Rail standards
• Lead coordination of CSM and EIS documentation with package teams

Who we're looking for

Key Skills & Experience (Essential):

• Proficient in Office365, especially SharePoint and Teams
• Effective both on-site and remotely
• Strong team player with a collaborative mindset
• Customer-focused with a commitment to delivery
• Quick to learn technical and business concepts

Desirable:

• Experience gathering user requirements and developing reporting tools
• Confident in presenting to senior leadership
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of SSOW, PTS/COSS (or willingness to train)
• Understanding of compliance processes and form usage

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.

Why join us?

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 Major Projects business is delivering some of the UK's most complex and iconic infrastructure projects including HS2, the new high-speed railway and the first nuclear power station in a generation, Hinkley Point C. Using the latest technology, we're driving productivity and creating a lasting legacy by delivering sustainable solutions that strengthen communities.

From consultancy and design, to all aspects of construction and maintenance. We have the proven expertise to deliver large-scale projects safely and successfully.

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

To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also 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]