Senior Electrical Engineer - Reading

Regional Buildings; Reading; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job description

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About the role

At Balfour Beatty, we're shaping the future of the UK's defence infrastructure, and in Q1/Q2 2025, we're seeking talented Mechanical & Electrical individuals in the South East to be part of this transformative journey within our Building Services business unit. By joining us, you'll work on critical, cutting-edge projects that support national security while contributing to innovative and sustainable solutions. You'll benefit from an empowering environment that offers unparalleled career development, access to industry-leading expertise, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the defence sector. If you're ready to be part of a team that values excellence, integrity, and forward-thinking, we'd like to hear from you and help you build a rewarding future with us at Balfour Beatty.

What you'll be doing

1. Engage with the Subcontractors at all stages from ITT to Final commissioning and Handover.
2. Ensure that Subcontract packages are delivered to programme, budget, safety and quality expectations/standards.
3. Ensure packages comply with good design practice and relevant technical group standards.
4. Ensure that the package is executed with minimum rework.
5. Ensure accurate and complete records are kept in accordance with the M&E control sheet, this should include; RFIs, CE's, EWN's, WPPs, ITPs, Record Drawings and other project communications/deliverables.
6. The engineer responsible for a package of works will ensure that the document control sheet is maintained progressively and that relevant team members are aware of any potential impacts.
7. The engineer will ensure that communication trackers are updated, regardless of platform self-generated registers.
8. Ensure that plant, access, labour and materials are planned and organised in accordance with appropriate interfaces for the associated works, this should include any procurement activity relevant to a package.
9. Ensure the relevant RIBA 4/5 design deliverables are reviewed, accurate and fit for purpose prior to works commence.
10. Concisely produce/review the WPP and ITP for a particular activity, this will ensure quality assurance mechanisms are contextualised, four weeks prior to works start (progressively check).
11. Produce technical input SoW in accordance with the relevant QS, suitable for an ITT.
12. Identifying risks to the Project Management team associated with the delivery of their works raising EWNs as appropriate.
13. Monitor performance of supply chain against planned activities and escalate as required to achieve planned output.
14. Draft site instructions for review and issue by Project Management team including detailed descriptions of works required, location, programme impact, cost impact and reference to any client led change event.
15. Become familiar and adhere to BB policy/procedure and contract details, procedures/processes that are required for safe and timely execution. This includes proficiency in platforms such as BC undertaking training as required.
16. Support the QA function by completing various tours and quality check-sheets for the relevant package of works.
17. Manage time and complete daily diaries, contribute to any other reporting format applicable.

Who we're looking for

1. Suitably qualified and experienced within the Building Services and Construction Industry.
2. Hold the Relevant ECS/CSCS card and SMSTS.
3. Knowledge of Defence M&E Specifications.
4. High levels of integrity.
5. Able to constantly focus on meeting/exceeding customer requirements and expectations.
6. Leadership skills developing.
7. Targeting and actively progressing professional accreditation (eg ICE, IHT).

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 Kilpatrick is a leader in mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) and mechanical, electrical and instrumentation (ME&I) solutions.

We design, install and maintain the complex systems and technologies that underpin the UK's national infrastructure and bring buildings to life.

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.

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.

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all.