Project Engineer - Elgin - Elgin

BALFOUR BEATTY-4; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure company is seeking a Project Engineer for their Power Transmission & Distribution team in Elgin, Scotland. This role involves delivering engineered solutions for major projects while effectively managing cross-functional teams. Candidates should have a relevant degree or site experience, strong people management skills, and a full UK driving licence. The company offers competitive benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Company DC pension scheme

Flexible benefits window

Professional development opportunities

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Comfortable with ambiguity and can lead cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work across conflicting interest groups to develop solutions.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the engineered solution to the working party.
• Safely deliver activity to programme, cost and quality.
• Monitor and ensure compliance in a timely manner.

Skills

People Management

Commercial Awareness

Project Management Methodology

Education

HNC/HND/Degree in electrical or engineering discipline

Job description

About the role

Join our Power Transmission & Distribution team as a Project Engineer in our Operations Team and be part of a major infrastructure project shaping the future of Scotland's energy network. You'll work alongside industry experts who will support your growth, provide invaluable feedback, and help you develop your career within the power sector.

This role is based in Elgin, supporting our Beauly to Peterhead Overhead Line (OHL) project - a significant investment in Scotland's transmission network.

We offer a competitive package, including a generous subsistence allowance (subject to T&Cs), industry-leading benefits, pension contributions, and clear career progression opportunities within our growing team.

What you'll be doing

As a Project Engineer, you will have the following accountabilities:

1. Develop and deliver the engineered solution and brief to the working party
2. Safely and sustainably deliver activity to programme, cost and quality
3. Monitor and record works to ensure compliance in a timely manner
4. Support and develop an environment where the working party can thrive and succeed
5. Effectively manage and care for the people delivering the work

Who we're looking for

1. HNC/HND/Degree in an electrical or engineering discipline would be preferable and/or relevant Site Experience with the Utilities / Construction Industry
2. Comfortable with ambiguity, able to tease out sensitive issues and lead cross-functional teams towards solutions.
3. Ability to work across conflicting interest groups to develop solutions to complex operational and commercial problems
4. People Management experience and relationship management skills
5. Commercial awareness with knowledge of both budgetary and Financial control.
6. Knowledge of Project Management methodology.
7. Full UK Driving Licence.
8. Willing to work away from home.

Our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious projects; developing, building, and maintaining vital infrastructure that supports economies and communities.

Why work for us

• Company DC pension scheme up to 5% EEs & 7% ERs
• Wellbeing sessions - non-work-related activities
• Opportunity to join the company SIP scheme
• Flexible benefits window: options to purchase additional holidays, bikes, tech vouchers, dental cover, PMI, etc.
• Reward platform with discounts on shopping, insurance, cars, etc.
• Hybrid working (where applicable)
• Enhanced sickness, maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption schemes
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Professional development opportunities, such as qualifications
• Employee assistance programme
• Up to 2 days volunteering per year
• Company funded social events

Joining our Power T&D team offers a strong career foundation or an opportunity to excel in your role, supported by our BB Academy for learning and development.

About us

Balfour Beatty's Power Transmission & Distribution teams work with network owners and operators to provide technical solutions across the electricity grid, including overhead lines, substations, and distribution networks.

From scoping and feasibility to design, construction, and maintenance, our experts and innovative resources support some of the UK's most ambitious projects.

Diversity and inclusion

We believe diversity and inclusion are key to a successful workplace. Through our strategies and plans, we foster an environment where everyone can thrive, regardless of background. We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans, and reservists. We are also a Disability Confident Employer, committed to removing barriers for individuals with disabilities and long-term health conditions.