Head of Business Improvement - Hereford

Balfour Beatty; Hereford; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent construction company in Hereford is seeking a Head of Business Improvement to drive transformative initiatives in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will lead project management, implement Lean processes, and inspire the team. A BSc/MSc in management or construction and relevant certifications are required.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

25 days paid annual leave

Family friendly policies

Pension and share incentive plan

Qualifications

• A proven track record of complex project delivery is essential.
• Experience in implementing safe systems of work is required.
• Must possess strong leadership abilities.
• Capable of working under high pressure situations.

Responsibilities

• Lead change management and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Drive implementation of Lean processes.
• Manage project action logs and ensure alignment with objectives.
• Coordinate cross-discipline resource allocation plans.

Skills

Complex project delivery

Implementing safe systems of work

Commercially astute

Leadership

High pressure performance

Performance evaluation techniques

Solutions based problem solving

Education

BSc/MSc in management or construction

APM PFQ/PMQ/PPQ certification

CSCS and SMSTS or Equivalent

Job description

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About the role

Join Balfour Beatty as Head of Business Improvement - Painter Brothers, Hereford

As demand grows for overhead line towers and substation structures, Balfour Beatty is expanding its Painter Brothers team to help power the nation's energy future. We’re seeking a dynamic Head of Business Improvement to lead transformative initiatives in a cutting-edge manufacturing environment where innovation drives purpose.

Following a £3 million investment in advanced technologies - including high-definition plasma cutters, fibre laser machines, and sophisticated steel processing systems - this is a unique opportunity to shape the next chapter of our operational excellence!

What you’ll be doing

As Head of Business Improvement you will hold full accountability for the successful delivery of project management across long-term planning, risk management (IRIS), logistics coordination, and programme controls.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading change management and continuous improvement initiatives
• Driving implementation of Lean processes
• Acting as the strategic interface for the new factory build
• Managing project action logs and ensuring alignment with delivery objectives
• Holds periodic project reviews and ensures Digital Briefcase is updated
• Prepare both internal/external reports and liaise with stakeholders
• Coordinate cross discipline develop resource allocations plans in line with future requirements
• Motivate the team and manage performance (PDRs), undertaking training and mentoring
• Take a strategic view of subcontract package allocation and ensure contractual arrangements are in place
• Ensure procurement plans are available and meet the overall project plans, such that material/resources/supply chain can be delivered to meet scheduled deadlines
• Ensure all work is undertaken with a view towards handover and certification
• Awareness of budget, cost control and cost recovery, setting project targets in line with this

Who we’re looking for

The following skills and experience are required:

• A proven track record of complex project delivery
• Experience in implementing safe systems of work
• Commercially astute
• The ability to see the business vision and inspire this shared vision amongst the team
• Able to undertake work in high pressure situations
• A proven ability to lead a team
• Good Knowledge of performance evaluation techniques and key metrics
• A record of a solutions based approach to problem solving

The following qualifications are required:

• Holds a formal qualification (BSc/MSc) in management / construction or experience equivalent
• Holds either the APM PFQ/PMQ/PPQ
• Holds CSCS and SMSTS or Equivalent

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 works at the heart of the UK's rail networks - designing, enhancing and maintaining thousands of miles of the railways that connect communities and underpin growth.

From feasibility studies, planning and design through to implementation and asset management, we provide multi-disciplinary rail infrastructure services across the lifecycle of rail assets. Our expertise covers electrification, track, power, civils, specialist rail plant, railway systems and technologies.

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, 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, 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].