Project Manager

2 weeks ago


Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom Balfour Beatty UK Full time

About the role

Join our Regional Civils team as a Project Manager on our new Highways Project in Plymouth. You will be a key part of the team delivering important work that impacts our business and the world around you.

You will be responsible for successful project delivery from initiation, planning, design, delivery, monitoring, commissioning to project completion.

What you'll be doing

  • Ensure expenditure aligns with the budget and resources are utilized efficiently for cost control.
  • Develop, implement, review, and update resource loaded schedules.
  • Ensure the team adopts productivity and project controls techniques.
  • Monitor progress, implement Short Interval Control processes, and hold weekly meetings.
  • Ensure operational milestones align with the master schedule and customer expectations.
  • Establish a robust change control process.


Who we're looking for

  • BSc/HNC in Civil Engineering.
  • Experience in highways or civil engineering projects.
  • Demonstrated track record of project delivery.
  • Understanding of NEC forms of contracts.
  • Experience in implementing safe systems of work.
  • Commercially astute with knowledge of performance evaluation techniques and key metrics.
  • Solution-based approach to problem-solving.


Why work for us

Our teams work on some of the UK's most ambitious projects that contribute to national economies and communities, making a real difference every day.

Why join us?

Aside from working on impactful projects, we offer a range of benefits tailored to your needs.

  • Smart working options, providing flexibility like staggered start/finish times and up to 40% remote working (where roles allow).
  • 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata).
  • Family-friendly policies including generous leave for maternity/adoption and paternity/partners.
  • Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes, and more.


About us

Our civils teams at Balfour Beatty deliver vital infrastructure projects that connect communities across England and Wales, with a proven track record of successful delivery in various sectors.

Diversity and inclusion

At our company, we prioritize diversity and inclusion in creating a thriving workplace. Our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan guide us in fostering a diverse workforce and inclusive culture where everyone can excel, irrespective of their identity or background.

We hold a Gold Award in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and welcome applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans, and reservists. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities and long-term health conditions in their employment journey.

We are committed to enhancing our resourcing process to ensure fair and inclusive practices for all candidates. If you have any feedback, please share it with us.
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