Job Description

About the role

Balfour Beatty

Ground Engineering

are seeking an ambitious and dynamic

Senior Contracts Engineer

to join our team. The role will be based in Central London from February until May 2025, and then from Sizewell C site in Suffolk from June 2025 onwards.

Sizewell C is a 20B project which will create a 3.2 gigawatt power station generating low-carbon electricity for at least 60 years. It will be built next to Sizewell B which began operating in 1995 and has so far avoided more than 76 million tonnes of carbon emissions.



The works comprises extensive geotechnical works including:


SSSI Crossing. Circa 10m of Rotary Bored and precast piling Approx 100m if ground improvement. Cutter Soil Mixing, Deep Soil Mixing, Displacement auger piling

Ground support for other temporary structures in the MCA.

What you'll be doing

Management of internal resource and subcontractors Ensure that the works are constructed in accordance with the contract and design information, drawings, specification and Project Management Plan Produce and review construction methods statements ensuring that the works are constructed efficiently and safely Produce all site documentation for delivery of the works including PMP, PVPMP, ITP, Construction Phase Management Plan etc as required Develop then work to programmes, measuring progress and productivity outputs Understand and apply the procedures and processes detailed in the project Health, Safety and Environmental plans, and to promote a safe working culture Ensuring the works are undertaken safely and in accordance with Health, Safety & Environmental legislation and the site HS&E plans. Prepare and review risk assessments Support and drive behavioural safety on site To be responsible for the monitoring, progress reporting and achieving of goals for the work under his/her responsibility Anticipating and resolving problems, in particular related to engineering issues. Managing construction records, O&M manuals and as built drawings Support our "Customer Focus", "Construction Excellence" and "Innovation" strategy Undertaken client meeting and precontract meetings

Who we're looking for

The following qualities/experience are essential:


Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with people at all levels across the organisation and externally. Strong computer skills - focused on Excel / Word / PowerPoint 5 years' experience in the construction industry Experience in delivery of civil engineering contracts on various scales Ability to manage multiple teams efficiently Ability to manage multiple scheme costs Ability to manage Health and Safety including Behavioural Safety Ability to lead, communicate and influence others to deliver targets. SSSTS or SMSTS.

The following qualities/experience are desirable


Experience working for a piling, ground engineering or civils subcontractor. Civil Engineering Degree or equivalent preferable

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 Ground Engineering is one of the UK's leading specialist geo-technical contractors, providing innovative piling and ground improvement solutions across all sectors.



Our comprehensive ground engineering capabilities, equipment and experience provide the solid foundations for infrastructure and buildings of any height, ranging from city skyscrapers to cross-country rail and road 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



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/



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: BBUK13259