Project Manager

Balfour Beatty plc; Inverness; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Car

Site Allowances

Subsistance Allowances

Hybrid working

25 days holiday

Job summary

Balfour Beatty plc is seeking a Project Manager to lead delivery on a Major Power Transmission & Distribution project in the Inverness/Elgin area. You will oversee safety, budgets, schedules, and stakeholder relationships within a high-performing team.

The role offers hybrid working, a competitive package with site allowances and a company car, and a commitment to career development and flexible working.

Qualifications

• Experience on a variety of project types.
• Proven track record of project delivery.
• Understanding and practical experience of standard contract forms.
• Proficient in commercial/project management communications.
• Experience implementing safe systems of work.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-disciplinary teams to deliver safely, sustainably and to programme.
• Oversee OHL delivery including tower erection, cabling and temporary works.
• Ensure robust safety systems, RAMS review, incident investigations.
• Manage subcontractors, stakeholders and client relationships.
• Own project budget, forecasting, cost control and reporting.
• Develop resource-loaded schedules and monitor progress.
• Maintain Digital Briefcase and accurate project records.

Skills

Project delivery

Contract knowledge

Commercial communications

Team leadership

Safety systems

Stakeholder management

Resource scheduling

Mentoring

Problem solving

Communication with stakeholders

O365

Education

Formal project management qualification

CSCS

SMSTS

Tools

O365

Job description

About the role

Balfour Beatty has a fantastic opportunity for a Project Manager to join our high-performing Power Transmission & Distribution (T&D) team, leading delivery on a Major Project in the Inverness / Elgin area

This is a unique chance to be part of a critical infrastructure project supporting the UK’s energy transition — all while working within a collaborative and expert team, where flexible working is embraced and career development is a priority

In return we offer you:

£Competitive - DOE + excellent benefits including Site Allowances, Company Car and Subsistance Allowances (Subject to T&C’s of role)

Hours - 45 per week

What you'll be doing

• Lead multi-disciplinary teams to deliver safely, sustainably and to programme
• Oversee OHL delivery including tower erection, cabling and temporary works
• Ensure robust safety systems, RAMS review, incident investigations
• Manage subcontractors, stakeholders and client relationships
• Own project budget, forecasting, cost control and reporting
• Develop resource-loaded schedules and monitor progress
• Maintain Digital Briefcase and accurate project records

Who we're looking for

• Experience of working on a variety of project types
• Track record of project delivery
• Understanding and practical experience of standard forms of contracts
• Proficient in commercial/project management communications
• Experience implementing safe systems of work
• Strong verbal and written communication across all organisational levels
• Ability to communicate new concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Effective team management, mentoring and empowering others
• Knowledge of performance evaluation techniques and key metrics
• Solution-based approach to problem solving
• Ability to see and inspire shared business vision
• Confidence in discussing ideas and plans
• Active promoter of diversity and inclusion
• Learning mindset and commitment to personal development
• Member of a professional management body (e.g., APM)
• Proficient in O365
• Holds a current driving licence
• Formal qualification in project management or equivalent experience
• CSCS and SMSTS or equivalent

Why work for us

Alongside the amazing opportunity, support and pride that you will gain from developing your career with one of the world’s foremost infrastructure giants, you will also enjoy:

• Company DC pension scheme up to 5% EEs & 7% ERs
• Wellbeing sessions - non-work-related activities go for a walk, do some house duties etc.
• Opportunity to join into the company SIP scheme.
• Flexible benefits window Options to purchase additional holidays, bikes, tech vouchers, dental cover, PMI etc.
• Reward platform where you can get discounts off shopping, insurance, cars etc.
• Hybrid working (where applicable)
• Enhanced company sickness scheme
• Enhanced company Maternity/Paternity/Shared parental/Adoption schemes
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications
• Employee assistance programme
• Up to 2 days volunteering per year
• Company funded social events.

In joining the Power T&D team, you are joining a strong function, where you can join us as the first step on a lengthy career, or simply join us be the best you can be in your role we will support you either way.

We have a BB Academy, which is a great resource to support you with your learning and development.

At Balfour Beatty we are committed to creating a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential, not only because this is the right thing to do, but because it makes us a better business.

We have a UK Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan which sets out the wide range of targeted, initiative-taking, measurable steps we are taking to make this a reality. You can read our UK Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan in full at www.balfourbeatty.com/value_everyone

About us

Balfour Beatty’s Power Transmission & Distribution teams work with regional, national, and international electricity network owners and operators to provide technical engineering solutions across the full spectrum of the electricity grid, including overhead lines, cabling, substations, and distribution networks.

From scoping and feasibility, to design, construction and on-going maintenance, our in-house experts, flexible resources, and industry-leading innovations support customers in the development of some of the UK’s most ambitious power transmission and distribution projects.

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 can thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

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 collaborating with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them.