Project Engineer

About The Role

At Balfour Beatty, we're delivering the infrastructure that powers communities, businesses and the UK's future growth.

As part of our Power Transmission & Distribution business, we're seeking a Project Engineer to support the delivery of our works on the landmark Lower Thames Crossing project. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role on one of the country's largest and most high‑profile infrastructure programmes, helping to deliver critical power infrastructure that will support this nationally important scheme.

Working alongside experienced Project Managers, Construction Managers and engineering specialists, you'll help coordinate the safe, efficient and successful delivery of project works from planning and design through to construction, commissioning and handover.

What you’ll be doing

• Supporting the successful delivery of power infrastructure works across the project lifecycle.
• Translating engineering designs and technical information into practical delivery solutions.
• Coordinating engineering activities across site teams, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Assisting with project planning, reporting, programme management and progress monitoring.
• Managing and overseeing subcontractor activities to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with project requirements.
• Reviewing technical documentation, drawings, specifications and work packages.
• Planning plant, equipment and resource requirements to support project delivery.
• Producing and reviewing RAMS, permits and other safety documentation.
• Supporting procurement activities and ensuring materials and resources are available when required.
• Identifying project risks, issues and opportunities and escalating where appropriate.
• Maintaining accurate project records, reports and site documentation.
• Championing a culture of Zero Harm and ensuring compliance with health, safety and environmental requirements.

Who we’re looking for

We're looking for an engineer who enjoys being close to project delivery and wants to play a key role on major infrastructure projects.

You’ll Ideally Have

• Experience delivering infrastructure, utilities, power, transmission, construction or major engineering projects.
• A strong understanding of engineering drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors and managing interfaces across multiple stakeholders.
• Knowledge of project planning, programme management and project controls.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to make informed decisions in a fast‑paced environment.
• A proactive approach to safety and quality management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.

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?

Benefits

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:

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