Electrical Project Manager (Specialist Systems - BMS/EMS/PLC) - Redcar

Balfour Beatty plc

Redcar

On-site

GBP 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company car if applicable

Pension savings schemes

Job summary

Balfour Beatty plc is seeking a dynamic Electrical Project Manager for the Net Zero Teesside project based in Redcar. This role requires comprehensive management of construction projects to ensure successful delivery.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in project management, strong communication skills, and knowledge of health and safety regulations. The position includes competitive salary and benefits, ensuring a rewarding career within a leading company dedicated to sustainability.

Qualifications

Successful track record in managing operational delivery within a construction environment.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work under pressure to deadlines.

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day delivery of construction projects.
Manage health, safety and environmental standards.
Oversee subcontractor performance and project quality.

Skills

Team leadership

Construction project management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Health and Safety knowledge

Education

CSCS Card and SMSTS qualified

Relevant formal qualifications

Job description

About The Role

Do you want to be at the forefront of one of the world’s most ambitious sustainability initiatives?

Balfour Beatty has created iconic buildings and infrastructure worldwide over the past 115 years, redefining excellence and setting the industry benchmark with every project. Alongside several consortium partners, Balfour Beatty has been selected by bp to construct a first‑of‑a‑kind fully integrated gas‑fired power station with carbon capture and storage, a key driving force behind plans to make Teesside the UK’s first decarbonised industrial cluster.

Balfour Beatty is seeking a dynamic Electrical Project Manager (Specialist Systems) to contribute to the Net Zero Teesside (NZT) project based at our site in Redcar and Cleveland.

Core Responsibilities

Overall responsibility for the successful completion of the section or works/overall project and to lead by example, managing the day‑to‑day delivery of construction projects
Specialist systems design development, integration and approvals in accordance with project and current industry standards
Ensure site records are accurately maintained and available
Ensure all team members are fully inducted and carry out role‑specific requirements, identifying opportunities for improvement
Lead and motivate the team and manage performance, undertaking training/coaching as appropriate
Draw up and monitor short‑term programmes
Maintain accurate progress records
Deliver regular Toolbox Talks and positively engage the team
Maintain focus on budget, cost control and cost recovery, ensuring that expenditure is in line with the contract budget and that resources are utilised efficiently
Live the Balfour Beatty Values
Ensure a relentless focus on Zero Harm
Support the delivery of Project Sustainability activities

Health, Safety & Environmental

Responsible for the safety and welfare of the general public, staff and supply chain within the area of control under the strict observance of the safety policy and in conjunction with local HSE
Carry out periodic Safety & Environment Tours as required by the Project H & S Plan
Support Accident / Incident Investigations
Identify and implement improvement options and lead action / instigate as appropriate
Lead periodic risk reviews and present to the Project Risk Register, and recommend changes
Monitor effectiveness of the H & S Management System
Keep up to date with changes in legislation and cascade information to the team

Production Control

Manage sub‑contractors, including monitoring of contractor attendance and progress, providing direct instruction and support as necessary, such that contractual arrangements are achieved
Produce and regularly review the project programme to ensure completion on time
Ensure that detailed plans are available commensurate with the overall project plan, such that material/resources/supply chain can be delivered to meet scheduled deadlines

Quality

Maintain targets and KPIs in line with Project objectives and monitor performance
Ensure site audits are undertaken and take appropriate action on the findings
Proactively implement systems and processes to manage the quality of the contractor design & constructive works
Lead working groups focused on Improvement Areas

Productivity

Carry out constructive analysis of fully resourced programme and report findings
Manage sub‑contractor performance based on KPIs
Ensure production of operational target programmes to reflect overall construction programme
Liaise with Senior Project Manager to keep fully aware of project progress and ensure that all additional work is identified and that the Senior Project Team are notified of all potential opportunities and financial, specification and time risks
Lead weekly team meetings to review performance on site
Appreciate the commercial implications and drivers within the construction process and incorporate these into decision making, working closely with the project’s Surveyor

Qualifications – Essential

A successful track record in managing operational delivery within a construction environment
Able to clearly communicate the requirements of a safe system of work to ensure that these are followed accurately, and experience in implementing systems improvements
Capable of taking ownership of tasks and communicating outcomes with clarity; experienced at encouraging direct reports to do the same and managing a team to ensure tasks are carried out effectively and key messages cascaded
Ability to work under pressure to deadlines, and a flexible attitude towards work in order to deal with a variable and demanding workload
CSCS Card and SMSTS qualified; must be willing to become First Aid qualified
Excellent team player and team leader, able to work competently and independently without supervision
Able and willing to make decisions following consideration of options based on best available information; track record of solution orientated approach to resolve issues
Excellent communication skills with good interpersonal and influencing skills
Ability to confidently deliver presentations
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages (MS Word, Excel)
Excellent role model for team and demonstrates required behaviours to align to business, project and team objectives
Is a self‑starter who can manage their own time
Strong leadership and management skills, with experience of managing a multi‑disciplined team

Qualifications – Health, Safety & Environmental

Understands method statements and can coach others in document production
Understands and can guide others in the principles of Accident / Incident Investigation
Good working knowledge of current H & S legislation
Proficient in the application of H&S management

Qualifications – Quality

Understands the Organisational Business Management Systems and processes
Clear understanding and experience of the requirements for handover and self‑certification of the works

Qualifications – Commercial

Used to setting and successfully managing targets in line with budget
Able to produce a realistic programme and proactively track progress
Able to identify elements for cost recovery from others and guide team members in maintaining project records
Good understanding of the standard forms of contracts

Desirable Qualities / Experience

Experience of working on a variety of project types
Scaffold awareness/experience
Temporary Works awareness/experience
Holds a relevant formal qualification or is pursuing one
Holds a current driving license

Diversity & Inclusion

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/

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