Sub Agent - Major Infrastructure Project Lead

Balfour Beatty plc; Grays; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Staff discounts

Refer a friend bonus

Job summary

Balfour Beatty plc is seeking a Sub Agent to support the Design Engineering team on the Lower Thames Crossing project. The role focuses on safety, programme integrity, and construction excellence on one of the UK's landmark infrastructure schemes.

You will mentor Section Engineers and Apprentices while ensuring compliance with standards and timely delivery within NEC contracts. A strong leader with drive and excellent communication skills is essential.

Qualifications

• Engineering or Construction Management qualification is required.
• Proven experience on large-scale infrastructure projects is essential.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are required.
• Full UK driving licence is required.
• CSCS and BPSS security clearance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Health, Safety & Wellbeing: foster a safe culture and conduct weekly safety tours with corrective actions.
• Programme: produce fully resourced stage programmes with in-place resources.
• Engineering & Design Management: oversee and coach engineers in lean production practices; arrange training.
• Quality Assurance: lead quality management and ensure compliance with specification and reporting.
• Community: liaise with communications to inform stakeholders and the public per plan and DCO requirements.
• Environmental Sustainability & Carbon: ensure compliance with Environmental Management Plan and carbon targets.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Pressure handling

Education

Engineering or Construction Management qualification

Tools

NEC 3/4 contracts

Job description

Balfour Beatty plc is seeking a Sub Agent to support the Design Engineering team on the Lower Thames Crossing project. The role focuses on safety, programme integrity, and construction excellence on one of the UK's landmark infrastructure schemes.

You will mentor Section Engineers and Apprentices while ensuring compliance with standards and timely delivery within NEC contracts. A strong leader with drive and excellent communication skills is essential.