Senior Contracts Engineer - Port Talbot

BALFOUR BEATTY-4; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Balfour Beatty is seeking a Senior Contracts Engineer to lead Pre-Cast Driven and Specialist Piling schemes in Port Talbot, Wales. The role involves managing site operations, ensuring contract compliance, and fostering strong client relationships while championing safety and quality. This position offers the chance to work on significant infrastructure projects that shape the UK's landscape.

Benefits

Smart working with flexibility and remote options

25 days paid annual leave (pro-rata)

Family-friendly policies

Pension and share incentive plan

Volunteering leave

Recognition schemes

Qualifications

• Proven experience in piling and large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong technical knowledge and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage Pre-Cast Driven and Specialist Piling schemes.
• Ensure works are constructed according to specifications.
• Monitor progress and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Planning

Cost Management

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

About the role

Balfour Beatty has a fabulous opportunity for a Senior Contracts Engineer to join our amazing Ground Engineering.

Location: Port Talbot, Wales

Balfour Beatty's Ground Engineering business is positioned as the UK's leading specialist geotechnical contractor, drawing on its knowledge and expertise in delivering innovative piling and ground improvement solutions across all sectors. We focus on providing solid foundations for buildings of any height, from city skyscrapers to house foundation packages.

As the Senior Contracts Engineer, you will manage Pre-Cast Driven and Specialist Piling schemes of various sizes. You will be responsible for the efficient running of contracts on site, including contract performance, safety, monitoring/reporting progress against targets, client liaison, and supervision of staff, while achieving excellence in safety, quality, sustainability, and efficiency, ensuring consistency with the Balfour Beatty Business Management System.

What you'll be doing

Other key responsibilities include:

1. Lead the delivery of Pre-Cast Driven and Specialist Piling schemes.
2. Manage site operations, subcontractors, and internal teams.
3. Ensure that the works are constructed in accordance with the contract, design information, drawings, specifications, and Project Management Plan.
4. Prepare and review method statements, project plans, and site documentation.
5. Monitor progress, drive performance, and maintain strong client relationships.
6. Champion health & safety and support continuous improvement.

Who we're looking for

You will have the following:

1. Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
2. Proven experience in piling and large-scale infrastructure projects.
3. Strong technical knowledge and leadership skills.
4. Excellent communication, planning, and cost management abilities.

Be part of a company shaping the UK skyline with cutting-edge engineering.

Apply now to help build the foundations of the future.

Why work for us

Our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious, exciting, and meaningful projects, developing, building, and maintaining vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

We offer a full range of benefits, including:

• Smart working with flexibility and remote options where roles allow.
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro-rata).
• Family-friendly policies including extended maternity/adoption and paternity/partners leave.
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes, and more.

About us

Balfour Beatty Ground Engineering is a leading UK specialist geo-technical contractor, providing innovative piling and ground improvement solutions across sectors. Our capabilities support infrastructure and buildings of any height, from city skyscrapers to cross-country rail and road projects.

Diversity and inclusion

We believe diversity and inclusion are essential for a successful, happy workplace. Our strategies and memberships demonstrate our commitment to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. We are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum, and AFBE. We are committed to fair and inclusive resourcing and welcome applications from all backgrounds, including Armed Forces personnel, veterans, and reservists. We are a Disability Confident Employer and encourage applicants with disabilities to apply.