Electrical Construction Manager - Reading

Balfour Beatty; Reading; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK construction firm is seeking an experienced Electrical Construction Manager to oversee major projects in the South East. Candidates should have a strong background in construction management, leadership skills, and relevant qualifications. The role includes ensuring project safety, driving a Zero Harm culture, and leading site teams to meet targets. The position offers competitive benefits including a flexible work model and is pivotal in shaping the future of UK infrastructure.

Benefits

Smart working

25 days paid annual leave

Family friendly policies

Pension and share incentive plan

Qualifications

• Proven Construction Management experience within the industry.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• A valid CSCS card and SMSTS qualification.
• First Aid and Fire Marshal training.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of the construction phase.
• Lead site teams and manage subcontractors.
• Drive a Zero Harm culture.
• Manage construction activities and briefings.
• Report progress at monthly reviews.

Skills

Construction Management

Leadership

Communication

Financial Awareness

Problem Solving

Education

Relevant professional or technical qualifications

Tools

BIM 360 Field/Plan

Job description

About the role

Are you an experienced Electrical Construction Manager looking to lead major projects that make a real difference? At Balfour Beatty, we're shaping the future of UK infrastructure, and we're looking for an Electrical Construction Manager to join our team based in the South East.

What you'll be doing

As Electrical Construction Manager, you'll take full ownership of the construction phase, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards. You'll:

• Lead site teams and manage subcontractors to meet programme, cost, and quality targets.


• Drive a Zero Harm culture, inspiring your team to prioritise safety and continuous improvement.


• Manage construction activities, briefings, RAMS, and ensure works are carried out to programme.


• Report progress at monthly reviews and keep stakeholders fully informed.


• Support sustainability goals by promoting efficient solutions around waste, energy, and water.


• Engage with the local community and support skills development programmes where required.


• Work closely with Project Managers, QS, Design and Planning teams to deliver operational excellence.


• Manage post-completion issues and maintain positive customer relationships.

Who we're looking for

We're looking for a strong leader who can bring confidence, organisation, and problem-solving skills to complex projects. You should have:

• Proven Construction Management experience within the industry.


• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and motivate teams.


• Strong planning, organisational, and financial awareness.


• A valid CSCS card and SMSTS qualification.


• First Aid, Temporary Works Coordinator, Asbestos Awareness, and Fire Marshal training.


• Experience working as Principal/Main Contractor in live operational environments.


• Familiarity with BIM 360 Field/Plan and Lean Construction principles (desirable).


• Relevant professional or technical qualifications (desirable).

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

Operating across England and Wales, our buildings teams create places where people live, are cared for, work, learn, meet and have fun, with a focus on the aviation, health, defence, education and development sectors.

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]