Senior Project Manager - Motherwell

Balfour Beatty; Motherwell; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Balfour Beatty is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee the converter station project on the Isle of Lewis, pivotal to Scotland's renewable energy strategy. Accountable for the project lifecycle, the role demands expertise in large-scale project delivery, effective team leadership, and significant stakeholder engagement.

Benefits

25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)

Family friendly policies

Pension and share incentive plan

Volunteering leave

Qualifications

• Track record of project delivery in large scale projects.
• NEC experience required for contract management.
• Commercially astute with good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the delivery of the converter station project.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Develop and monitor project plans and schedules.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Decision Making

Project Management

Team Leadership

Commercial Awareness

Education

BSc/MSc in Management/Construction

Tools

O365

P6

Asta

Job description

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About the role

Balfour Beatty currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our UKCS Construction teams, playing a key role in our converter station project on the Isle Of Lewis.

Accountable for a strategic package of the delivery of a convertor station
including initiation, planning, design, delivery, monitoring, commissioning and
handover/closeout for these key work packages.

The converter station project in Lewis is part of SSEN Transmission's Western Isles HVDC (High-Voltage Direct Current) project, aimed at connecting the Western Isles to mainland Scotland to support renewable energy integration, particularly from offshore wind. This initiative falls under SSEN Transmission's broader Pathway to 2030 program, which seeks to upgrade the electricity transmission network in northern Scotland to meet net-zero targets by 2030. The project involves constructing a new HVDC converter station on Lewis, which will connect via a mainland cable route to another proposed substation and converter station at Fanellan, near Beauly.

Successful candidate will be based at our Maxim Park office at Eurocentral in Motherwell initially during ECI stage with frequent site visits to Lewis and Peterhead required.

What you'll be doing

Governance

• Support the Project Director with fortnightly project reviews and formal monthly one (PRM) and update the Digital Briefcase in accordance with GBL.

• Prepare both internal/external reports and liaise with stakeholders

Analytical Thinking and Decision Making

• Ensures adherence to scope/information/configuration management plans

• Ensure reports provide relevant information which enables decisions to be made which are informed, cost effective and in line with overall strategy

• Ensure scope and package assignment supports the team in coordinated working

Health, Safety and Environmental

• Lead a relentless focus on Zero Harm & keep up to date with changes in legislation

• Responsible for the safety and welfare of the general public, employees and supply chain

• Carry out periodic Safety & Environmental Tours/promote observation and safety initiatives

• Support Accident/Incident Investigations

• Monitor effectiveness of the H&S Management System and implement improvement solutions

Resources & Development

• Develop, implement and update resource allocation plans (OBS) and raise appropriate requests Leadership/Line Management

• Produce plans for the team to achieve goals/aspirations

• Develop high performing teams, promote a pipeline of talent and assist with internal training through supporting, guiding, motivating and empowering the team. Using the resources available through training, mentoring and performance management

• Coach and provide guidance to the Project Manager

Risk, Issue and Opportunity

• Lead risk/opportunity reviews, present the Risk Register and recommend/implement changes

• Log and escalate any issues that cannot be resolved at delegated level of authority

Procurement & Supply Chain

• Take a strategic view of subcontract package allocation and ensure contractual arrangements are in place

• Ensure procurement plans are available in line with the overall project plans, such that material/resources/supply chain can be delivered to meet scheduled deadlines

Quality

• Ensure all work is undertaken with a view towards handover and certification

• Accountable for KPI's in line with project objectives and monitor performance

• Ensure assurance activities (audits) are undertaken and take appropriate action on findings

• Lead working groups and work with OLT on focused improvement areas

Programme/Schedule

Produce and monitor Programme, P6 format in conjunction with SSEN on a monthly basis

• Develop, implement, review and periodically update resource loaded schedules • Ensure team adopt productivity and project controls techniques

• Ensure production of operational milestones reflect master schedule and customer expectations

Commercial & Contract

• Ensure that expenditure is in line with the budget and that resources are utilised efficiently to ensure cost control

• Able to identify elements for cost recovery from others

• Incorporate and balance both operational and commercial constraints into decision making

• Lead effective reporting routines including escalation as required

Digital

• Advocate consistency and reliability of digital data to support successful project delivery - data driven decisions. 4D modelling

• Awareness of Digital Group Minimum Standards and operate with appropriate level of digital tools

• Seek coaching so that the team has the correct level of training

Who we're looking for

The following qualities/experience are essential:

• Able to demonstrate a track record of project delivery in large scale projects
• NEC experience • Commissioning experience
• Joint Venture experience working with other contractors/parts of the same business
• Experience in implementing safe systems of work
• Good understanding of the standard forms of contracts
• Proficient in commercial/project management communications
• Able to communicate effectively both verbal and written with all levels of the organisation
• Effective team management skills which empower, influence & inspire others to build effective teams. Providing mentoring and support to members of the team where required
• Commercially astute • Able to undertake work in high pressure situations
• Good knowledge of performance evaluation techniques and key metrics
• A record of a solutions based approach to problem solving
• The ability to see the business vision and inspire this shared vision amongst the team
• CDE and BIM experience

The following qualities/experience are desirable:

• Experience of working on a variety of project types
• Is a member of a professional management body i.e. APM, RICS, CIOB, ICE
• Proficient on O365, P6, Asta
• Holds a current driving license
• Attend and contribute to industry events The role holder is likely to have one or more of the following:
• Holds a formal qualification (BSc/MSc) in management/construction or experience equivalent
• Holds either the APM PFQ/PMQ/PPQ
• Holds CSCS and SMSTS or Equivalent

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.
Why join us?
As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn't rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You'll have the freedom to shape the package that's right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:
- Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
- 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more...

About us

From Dunfermline's tramways in 1909 to highland hospitals today, Balfour Beatty has been trusted for over a century to deliver the complex and critical infrastructure and iconic buildings Scotland relies on.
We have the people, knowledge and experience to safely deliver projects right first time, maximising value for money and ensuring a positive social impact and inclusive economic growth for local communities.
Our award-winning sustainable projects, including active travel, Passivhaus and retrofit, demonstrate our commitment to supporting Scotland's transition towards net zero in the built environment.
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 is able to 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
To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also 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 working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/
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