Project Engineer - Fort Augustus

BALFOUR BEATTY; Fort Augustus; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure company located in Fort Augustus is looking for a Project Engineer to join its Power Transmission and Distribution team. This position involves developing engineered solutions, managing personnel, and ensuring timely and budget-compliant project delivery. The ideal candidate should have a degree in civil engineering or relevant site experience, along with people management skills. Competitive benefits and career progression opportunities are offered, alongside a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Company DC pension scheme

Wellbeing sessions and activities

Flexible benefits

Hybrid working arrangements

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in the utilities/construction industry or relevant site experience.
• Full UK driving license is essential.
• Willing to work away from home.

Responsibilities

• Developing and delivering engineered solutions.
• Safely and sustainably delivering activities on time and within budget.
• Monitoring and ensuring compliance with quality standards.
• Supporting team development and success.
• Managing and caring for personnel delivering the work.

Skills

People management skills

Relationship management skills

Commercial awareness

Knowledge of project management methodologies

Ability to work across conflicting interest groups

Education

HNC/HND/Degree in civil engineering or related discipline

Job description

About the role

Own your career, and you can build something to be proud of at Balfour Beatty.

By joining our Power Transmission and Distribution team as a Project Engineer in our Operations / Construction Team, you’ll work with true experts who’ll share their knowledge and provide support, encouragement, and invaluable feedback so you never stop learning.

Bring us your capability, and we’ll help you take it much, much further.

Based between Fort Augustus and the Isle of Skye on our projects, you will work on our Large Infrastructure within our Power Transmission and Distribution Projects.

Roles include a generous subsistence package (subject to T&Cs), allowances, pension, and career progression opportunities within the industry.

When it comes to developing our people, our Operational Site Management teams are award-winning. Joining as a Project Engineer, you’ll get to:

• Secure a future in an industry that’s enjoying significant investment


• Take pride in contributing to our focus on building sustainable power for the future


• Benefit from our scale and diversity by progressing quickly and exploring professional passions and career paths

What you'll be doing

As a Project Engineer, your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and delivering engineered solutions and briefs to the working party


• Safely and sustainably delivering activities on time, within budget, and to quality standards


• Monitoring and recording works to ensure compliance in a timely manner


• Supporting and developing an environment where the team can thrive and succeed


• Managing and caring for the people delivering the work

Who we're looking for

• HNC/HND/Degree in civil engineering or related discipline, or relevant site experience in the utilities/construction industry


• Comfortable with ambiguity, able to address sensitive issues, and lead cross-functional teams towards solutions


• Ability to work across conflicting interest groups to develop solutions to complex operational and commercial problems


• People management and relationship management skills


• Commercial awareness with knowledge of budget and financial control


• Knowledge of project management methodologies


• Full UK driving license


• Willing to work away from home

Why work for us

Alongside the opportunity, support, and pride from developing your career with a leading infrastructure company, you will also enjoy:

• Company DC pension scheme (up to 5% employee, 7% employer contributions)


• Wellbeing sessions and activities


• Participation in the company SIP scheme


• Flexible benefits, including options to purchase additional holidays, bikes, tech vouchers, dental cover, PMI, etc.


• Reward platform discounts


• Hybrid working arrangements (where applicable)


• Enhanced sickness, maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption schemes


• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays


• Opportunities for professional development and qualifications


• Employee assistance programme


• Up to 2 days volunteering per year


• Company-funded social events

Joining the Power T&D team offers a strong career foundation, whether you want to grow within the company or excel in your current role. We also offer the BB Academy for learning and development.

At Balfour Beatty, we are committed to diversity and inclusion. Our UK Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan details our initiatives to foster an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. Read more at www.balfourbeatty.com/value_everyone

About us

Our Power Transmission & Distribution teams work with electricity network owners and operators across the UK and internationally, providing technical engineering solutions for overhead lines, cabling, substations, and distribution networks. We support projects from scoping and feasibility to design, construction, and maintenance with in-house expertise and innovative solutions.

Diversity and inclusion

We believe diversity and inclusion are vital for a successful and happy workplace. Our strategies and plans aim to build a diverse and inclusive culture. We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans, and reservists. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are dedicated to removing barriers for people with disabilities and long-term health conditions.