Senior Contracts Engineer

BALFOUR BEATTY; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Contracts Engineer to manage and deliver complex concrete and specialist repair schemes. This role is suited for an experienced engineer who will lead site teams, ensure compliance with project guidelines, and maintain high safety standards. The ideal candidate has a Civil Engineering degree and strong technical knowledge in structural repairs. Based in Warrington, this position involves both site and office work, with opportunities for travel across North West England.

Benefits

Clear opportunities for progression and professional development

Supportive, collaborative team culture

Work on high-profile infrastructure projects

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering structural or specialist concrete repair projects.
• Ability to manage multiple teams and workstreams simultaneously.
• Solid understanding of cost, programme and site performance management.

Responsibilities

• Manage Balvac schemes of varying size and complexity from site through to completion.
• Ensure works are delivered in line with contract drawings, specifications and Project Management Plans.
• Drive high standards of Health, Safety & Environmental performance.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Structural Repairs

Education

Civil Engineering degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Senior Contracts Engineer (Sub Agent)

Company: Balvac – a subsidiary of Balfour Beatty, located in Warrington (Site & Office based).

About the role

At Balvac, specialists in structural repair, strengthening and refurbishment of critical infrastructure, we are looking for a Senior Contracts Engineer to support the delivery of complex concrete and specialist repair schemes across the North West and beyond. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer to take ownership of projects, lead site teams and deliver high‑quality outcomes for our clients.

Key responsibilities

• Manage Balvac schemes of varying size and complexity from site through to completion.
• Lead and coordinate site teams and specialist subcontractors.
• Ensure works are delivered in line with contract drawings, specifications and Project Management Plans.
• Produce and review method statements, risk assessments and construction documentation.
• Manage dimensional control, setting‑out and technical delivery on site.
• Develop and monitor programmes, tracking progress and productivity.
• Drive high standards of Health, Safety & Environmental performance, including behavioural safety.
• Maintain construction records, as‑built drawings and O&M manuals.
• Proactively identify and resolve engineering and delivery challenges.
• Support Balvac’s focus on Customer Excellence, Innovation and Quality Delivery.

Qualifications and experience

• Civil Engineering degree (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience delivering structural or specialist concrete repair projects.
• Experience working on infrastructure schemes involving concrete structures.
• Strong technical knowledge of structural repairs and construction methodologies.
• Ability to manage multiple teams and workstreams simultaneously.
• Solid understanding of cost, programme and site performance management.
• Proactive, confident leadership style with excellent communication skills.
• Strong commitment to Zero Harm and high safety standards.

Benefits & why join Balvac

• Work on technically challenging, high‑profile infrastructure projects.
• Be part of a respected specialist contractor within Balfour Beatty.
• Real autonomy and responsibility on your schemes.
• Clear opportunities for progression and professional development.
• Supportive, collaborative team culture focused on excellence and safety.

Location & working style

• Based from Warrington, with a mix of site and office working.
• Projects primarily across the North West, with some wider UK travel as required.

Equal Opportunity & EEO Statements

Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer and 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 employment, and to offer an interview where applicants meet the minimum requirements for the role.