Job Description

Job No. BBUK14621


Construction Manager - London
Power T&D
Project Management
London


Permanent


About the role


About the role;

Balfour Beatty has a leading role in delivering the Lower Thames Crossing--one of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects. As part of our Power Transmission & Distribution (T&D) team, we are delivering critical electrical infrastructure that will help shape the future of transport and connectivity in the UK.

We are now recruiting a talented Construction Manager to prepare for and lead the on-site delivery of works, ensuring safe, sustainable, and high-quality construction execution, aligned with programme and cost targets.

Your Key Responsibilities

Work with BBMU teams, enabling works, main works civils and SUs to determine correct build sequences and constraints.
Lead the teams managing the procurement of the works delivery
Plan, manage, and deliver site-based construction activities in line with project objectives.
Ensure construction works are delivered safely, sustainably, and to programme, cost, and quality.
Lead the development and maintenance of systems, teams, and resources required for successful delivery.
Create an environment where the construction team can thrive, collaborate, and succeed.
Manage client and stakeholder relationships effectively to ensure clear communication and alignment.
Review and monitor construction performance, implementing improvements where necessary.
Inspire and provide clear leadership to a multi-disciplinary team, focused on shared goals.
Make informed decisions balancing time, cost, quality, risk, and scope to meet project requirements.


What you'll be doing




Hold periodic project reviews (PRM) and update the Digital Briefcase in
accordance with GBL

Ensure the team maintain accurate project records (progress, daily diaries
etc.)

Prepare both internal/external reports and liaise with stakeholders
Comprehensive Knowledge of discipline
Aptitude and ability to understand technical answers / explanations
Knowledge and experience of discipline
Implement technical information and drawings into delivery
Understand and specify plant and equipment requirements
Numerical skills
Complete buildability assessments from first-hand experience
Initiates good scope/information/configuration management principles
Ensure reports provide relevant information which enable 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

Setting people to work
Managing development of Quality procedures, ITPs, checksheets in line with client, BB and SU requirements
Plan and ensure delivery to programme
Check competencies
Escalate and manage on site issues
Upskilling others
Empowerment to stop works
Deliver a quality product
Resolve resource issues
Drive productivity
Develop, implement and update resource allocations plans (OBS) and raise appropriate requests
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.

Manage subcontractors, including monitoring of contractor attendance and
progress, providing direct instruction and support as necessary, such that

contractual arrangements are achieved

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

Develop, implement, review and periodically update resource loaded
schedules

Ensure team adopt productivity and project controls techniques
Monitor progress and implement Short Interval Control processes/hold weekly
meeting

Ensure production of operational milestones reflect master schedule and
customer expectations

Establish robust change control process
Knowledge of commercial impact
Manage commercial change
Requestion of plant and materials
Quantifying materials needed


Who we're looking for


The following qualities/experience are essential:

Able to demonstrate a track record of project delivery
Good understanding of the standard forms of contracts
Proficient in commercial/project management communications
Experience in implementing safe systems of work
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
Record of a solution-based approach to problem solving
Ability to see the business vision and inspire this shared vision amongst the
team

Communications - Verbally, Written, Presenting
Communicate and check understanding of daily briefings
Two way communication eg brief out weekly safety pack
Discuss ideas and plans competently and with confidence
Communicate new concepts and ideas to technical and non-technical
stakeholders

Effective personal and social skills
Awareness and promotion the benefits of diversity and inclusion
Identify and drive personal development


The following qualities/experience are desirable:

Experience of working on a variety of project types
Proficient on O365
Holds a current driving licence


The role holder is likely to have one or more of the following:

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


Balfour Beatty's Power Transmission & Distribution teams work with regional, national and international electricity network owners and operators to provide technical engineering solutions across the full spectrum of the electricity grid, including overhead lines, cabling, substations and distribution networks.

From scoping and feasibility, to design, construction and on-going maintenance, our in-house experts, flexible resources and industry-leading innovations support customers in the development of some of the UK's most ambitious power transmission and distribution projects.

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

We are 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/

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: candidaterecruitmentqueries@balfourbeatty.com