Job Description

About the role

We're Hiring: Project Engineer / Site Agent / Site Manager - Cabling (Power T&D) | Balfour Beatty

Location:

DNO North (Projects across the North East, Yorkshire and North Lincolnshire)



Join Balfour Beatty's Power Transmission & Distribution team and help deliver critical infrastructure that powers communities across the region. We're looking for a

Project Engineer (Cabling)

(often known as

Site Agent

or

Site Manager

) to play a key role in the successful delivery of major energy projects.



In DNO North, we install and maintain EHV underground cabling systems (generally 33kV to 132kV) for clients such as Northern Powergrid, National Grid, as well as industrial clients. Our projects are situated across a wide patch, including Northumberland and the North East, Yorkshire and North Lincolnshire.

About the Role

As a Project Engineer (Cabling), you'll work closely with the

Project Manager / Senior Project Manager

and a wider multidisciplinary team to drive end-to-end project delivery. In a mainly site-based role, you'll take ownership of planning, design coordination, delivery oversight, budget management, monitoring progress, commissioning activities, and ensuring smooth project close-out.



This is a pivotal role where you will

formalise engineered solutions

, brief and lead working parties, and ensure delivery aligns with technical, safety, and quality requirements.

What you'll be doing

Working on site to deliver EHV Cabling projects (33kV - 132kV) and leading a multiskilled team of Civil Operatives, Jointers and Subcontractors Lead and attend project reviews / project meetings Interacting with our governance and management systems such as Digital Briefcase and Site Assist. Maintain accurate project records (progress, daily diaries etc.) Prepare both internal/external reports and liaise with stakeholders Help to ensure reports provide relevant information to enable informed, cost-
effective decisions in line with overall strategy
Help to ensure scope and package assignment supports the team in
coordinated working
Specify, understand, develop and implement technical information and drawings
into delivery
Understanding and specify plant and equipment requirements Ensure 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 who come into contact with our works
Carry out Safety & Environmental Tours/promote observation and safety
initiatives
Conduct and support Accident/Incident Investigations Monitor effectiveness of the H&S Management System and implement
improvement solutions
Write and review RAMS and review/accept subcontractor RAMS Identifying, raising and reporting risks and hazards Ensure sufficiency and competency of workforce Understand, control and issue safety documentation Completion of audits Setting people to work Management of 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,
and material/resources/supply chain activities are delivered to meet scheduled

deadlines
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
Analyse, appraise and implement Compensation Events / Variations / Scope Changes with the Commercial Team Ownership of Budget Understanding of the contract and knowledge of commercial impact Manage commercial change at project level

Who we're looking for

The following qualities/experience are desirable:


An organised, innovative and creative Project Engineer with knowledge and
experience of working on Projects who is proficient in commercial and project

management communications
Experience of working in the same or similar industry (and ideally with a knowledge of excavation and cable installation methods) Capable of effectively managing a multidisciplinary team Experience in implementing safe systems of work Experience in managing risks and change processes through solutions-based
approach to problem solving
Good interpersonal skills that enable working relationships to be developed at
all levels across the business and be able to negotiate and influence
Discuss ideas and plans competently and with confidence Communicate new concepts and ideas to technical and non-technical
stakeholders
Awareness and promotion of the benefits of diversity and inclusion Demonstration of resilience and determination to succeed Proactively develop others around you including junior members of the team Identify and drive personal development Proficient on O365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc)




The role holder is likely to have (

or the ambition/desire to work towards

) one or more of the following:


Holds or working towards a formal qualification in construction/engineering or
equivalent industry experience
Holds or desire to work towards either the APM PFQ/PMQ 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

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



Job Reference: BBUK16707