Lead Site Manager - Power Transmission Projects

Balfour Beatty plc; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart working

25 days annual leave

Pension

Job summary

Balfour Beatty Power T&D in Cardiff is seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead delivery of power infrastructure projects from Cardiff Depot. You will manage site teams, subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring works meet programme, budget, quality and safety requirements.

You will drive Zero Harm, coordinate resources, maintain records and support project delivery from planning through to commissioning and handover, building strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience managing construction or utility infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of safe systems of work and risk management.
• Experience leading site teams and subcontractors.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and solve problems effectively.
• Good understanding of project delivery and construction methodologies.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage day-to-day site operations across DNO Wales projects.
• Ensure all works are delivered safely and in line with Balfour Beatty's Zero Harm culture.
• Manage site teams, subcontractors and supply chain partners.
• Monitor project progress and maintain accurate site records and reports.
• Lead site briefings, toolbox talks and safety initiatives.
• Review and implement RAMS and other site documentation.
• Coordinate labour, plant, materials and resources to ensure efficient delivery.
• Support the management of programme, quality and commercial performance.
• Identify, manage and escalation risks, issues and opportunities.
• Build strong relationships with clients, stakeholders and project teams.

Skills

Site management

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Construction delivery

Communication

Driving licence

Tools

CSCS

SSSTS

NRSWA

Microsoft 365

Job description

Balfour Beatty Power T&D in Cardiff is seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead delivery of power infrastructure projects from Cardiff Depot. You will manage site teams, subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring works meet programme, budget, quality and safety requirements.

You will drive Zero Harm, coordinate resources, maintain records and support project delivery from planning through to commissioning and handover, building strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.