Site Manager - Birmingham

Balfour Beatty; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Balfour Beatty is seeking an experienced Site Manager (M&E) to lead the Queen Elizabeth Hospital project based in Birmingham. The role involves overseeing M&E subcontractors, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, developing project timelines, and maintaining site records. With competitive benefits including flexible working and generous leave policies, this position is ideal for a proactive professional dedicated to delivering high-quality construction projects.

Benefits

Flexible working options

25 days paid annual leave (pro-rata)

Family-friendly policies

Pension and share incentive plan

Volunteering leave

Qualifications

• Experience managing M&E packages in complex construction projects.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical safety systems.
• Ability to coordinate subcontractors and manage quality teams.

Responsibilities

• Leading M&E subcontractors on-site to ensure safety and quality compliance.
• Planning and executing short-term programmes aligned with project timelines.
• Coordinating site logistics, plant movement, and waste management.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Safety Compliance

Quality Management

Tools

BIM

Digital Planning Tools

Inspection Test Plans

Job description

About the role

Balfour Beatty is seeking a proactive and experienced Site Manager (M&E) to oversee the delivery of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital project. The role involves ensuring safety, quality, and sustainability standards in complex mechanical and electrical packages.

What you'll be doing

• Leading M&E subcontractors on-site, ensuring safety and quality compliance.
• Managing installation quality and coordinating with Passive Fire Protection (PFP) trades.
• Planning and executing short-term programmes aligned with the overall project timeline.
• Promoting a strong health, safety, and environmental culture, in line with the Building Safety Act.
• Coordinating site logistics, plant movement, and waste management.
• Supporting quality assurance, technical compliance, and third-party inspections.
• Maintaining accurate site records and assisting with programme and cost impacts.
• Managing and mentoring Trainee and Graduate Engineers.

Who we're looking for

• Experience managing M&E packages in complex construction projects.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical safety systems and SSOW procedures.
• Ability to coordinate subcontractors, quality teams, and design consultants.
• Knowledge of BIM, digital planning tools, and Inspection Test Plans.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiarity with the commercial implications of site decisions and contract scope.

Why work for us

Our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious projects, supporting national economies and communities.

Why join us?

We offer a range of benefits, including:

• Flexible working options, including remote work where roles allow.
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro-rata).
• Family-friendly policies, including extended maternity, adoption, and paternity leave.
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes, and more.

About us

We operate across England and Wales, creating places for living, working, learning, and recreation, focusing on sectors like aviation, health, defence, and education.

Diversity and inclusion

We value diversity and inclusion, striving to create an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. We are members of various organizations promoting diversity and are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment processes.