Senior Planning Engineer - Substations - Avonmouth

Balfour Beatty; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Planning Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in managing complex construction schedules for vital infrastructure projects. This position offers the opportunity to lead planning efforts, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure project success. With a focus on professional development and a supportive work environment, you will contribute to impactful projects that enhance communities and economies. If you're passionate about construction and project management, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant difference.

Benefits

Company Car

Hybrid Working

25 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays

Professional Development Opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Volunteering Days

Qualifications

• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.
• Experience in managing complex construction schedules.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation and oversight of detailed construction schedules.
• Identify planning scope and constraints for project delivery.

Skills

Project Management

Scheduling

Risk Management

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Engineering or Project Management

Tools

Excel

MS Project

Primavera P6

ASTA

Job description

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About the role

Join Balfour Beatty as a Senior Planning Engineer - Substations (Power T&D Team)
Apollo Project Site near Avonmouth | Office-based with Flexible Work-from-Home Option

Balfour Beatty's Power Transmission & Distribution (T&D) team is delivering critical infrastructure that powers the UK, and we're looking for an experienced Senior Planning Engineer to join us on the Apollo project near Avonmouth.

As a Senior Planning Engineer - Substations, you will develop and manage complex construction project schedules, working closely with site teams and project managers to ensure resource optimization, adherence to timelines, and successful project milestone delivery.

Your Impact Will Include:

• Leading the creation and oversight of detailed construction schedules and programmes
• Implementing advanced planning and scheduling techniques to improve efficiency
• Mentoring junior planners and supporting team development
• Integrating time, cost, and resource planning into project delivery
• Collaborating with stakeholders to align planning strategies with project goals
• Identifying and mitigating risks to project timelines and deliverables

What you'll be doing

• Ensuring programme content complies with planning procedures and guidance
• Identifying planning scope, major constraints, and contract requirements, including quantities and factors affecting the programme
• Developing strategic and optimized sequences and methodologies for tendering, ensuring efficient design, procurement, and construction strategies
• Producing comprehensive planning deliverables such as programs, reports, and presentations, with a focus on accuracy and strategic insight
• Managing the Contract Programme at the contract stage, ensuring meticulous production and maintenance
• Analyzing project critical paths, advising the project team on corrective actions, and maintaining project baselines
• Managing labour, equipment, and materials efficiently to meet project objectives while controlling costs
• Managing contracts with subcontractors and suppliers, monitoring performance, and resolving issues
• Providing strategic planning oversight and mentoring less experienced planners
• Producing project data and KPIs to track progress and inform decisions

Who we're looking for

• Proficiency with project management tools like Excel, MS Project, Primavera P6, or ASTA
• Understanding of construction project management principles and methodologies
• Expertise in project scheduling and planning, managing complex schedules
• Knowledge of tender and contract documentation and specifications
• Experience with risk management in project programmes (e.g., TRA, QSRA)
• Experience managing relationships with clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders, demonstrating effective communication skills
• Successful track record leading planning efforts in construction projects

Why work for us

Our teams deliver impactful projects in challenging conditions, developing and maintaining vital infrastructure and public spaces that support modern economies and communities.

Balfour Beatty supports professional development by reimbursing membership fees and encouraging professional qualifications.

• Competitive Salary
• 37.5 hours Monday to Friday
• Company DC pension scheme up to 5% EEs & 7% ERs
• Company car
• Hybrid working
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Opportunities for professional development
• Employee assistance programme
• Up to 2 days volunteering per year

About us

We deliver a range of services supporting reliable power supply worldwide, from small schemes to major projects. Our expertise spans overhead lines, tunnels, distribution networks, and substations, providing innovative solutions from design to maintenance.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, with targeted actions and memberships supporting this goal. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including armed forces personnel, veterans, and reservists. As a Disability Confident Employer, we aim to remove barriers for applicants with disabilities and health conditions.