Project Manager, Civil Engineering

About the role

Job Title
:
Project Manager

Location
:
Elgin

Project Type
:
Civils / Energy

Company
:
Balfour Beatty Group

Balfour Beatty is delivering the civils package on the BBNP project
, a major energy infrastructure scheme in the North of Scotland that plays a critical role in strengthening the UK’s electricity network and supporting long‑term energy resilience. This is a high‑profile project within Balfour Beatty’s energy portfolio, offering a stable and long‑term opportunity for civil engineering professionals who want to work on nationally significant infrastructure.

The scope of works includes the full range of enabling and permanent civil engineering activities required to support complex electrical installations. This covers bulk and detailed earthworks, reinforced concrete foundations and structures for major electrical assets, cable trenches and ducting, drainage infrastructure, and the construction of internal access roads, pavements, and hard standings. The project also involves temporary works, site logistics, fencing and security infrastructure, and close coordination with electrical installation and commissioning teams to ensure safe and efficient delivery.

Joining the BBNP project gives candidates the opportunity to develop their skills on a technically challenging scheme, gain valuable experience within the energy sector, and build a long‑term career with a Tier 1 contractor that has a strong pipeline of future infrastructure and energy projects across Scotland and the wider UK.

Governance

• 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

Analytical Thinking & Decision Making

• 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

Health Safety & Environmental

• 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
• Carry out periodic Safety & Environmental Tours/promote observation and safety initiatives
• Support Accident/Incident Investigations
• Monitor effectiveness of the H&S Management System and implement improvement solutions

Resources & Development

• Develop, implement and update resource allocations plans (OBS) and raise appropriate requests

Leadership/Line Management

• 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.

Risk, Issue & Opportunity

• Lead risk/opportunity reviews, present the Risk Register and recommend/implement changes
• Log and escape any issues that cannot be resolved at delegated level of authority

Procurement & Supply Chain

• 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

Quality

• Ensure all work is undertaken with a view towards handover and certification
• Accountable for KPI’s in line with project objectives and monitor performance
• Ensure assurance activities (audits) are undertaken and…