Concrete Logistics Planner

Concrete Logistics Planner – Balfour Beatty plc

Join our Ground Engineering team as a Concrete Logistics Planner on the Sizewell C project and you can build something to be proud of.

• A site-based support role within the GSA logistics function, assisting the Logistics Manager in the coordination of concrete supply and delivery, general deliveries, storage, and site attendances.
• The Concrete Logistics Coordinator works closely with site teams and the CWA (Civil Works Alliance) to manage concrete call-offs, quality coordination for testing and inspection, confirming bookings and plans scheduled deliveries, ensuring smooth and safe logistical operations across geotechnical sites.
• This role contributes to the efficient execution of the logistics programme and supports compliance with project requirements and parent company procedures.

• Compiling and distributing the concrete call‑off from site to the batching plant and CWA controller.
• Assist the Logistics Manager in routing deliveries to appropriate site locations.
• Coordinate with site teams to arrange timing, quantity, mix confirmation and delivery attendances.
• Manage booking requests and scheduled deliveries in collaboration with the CWA team.
• Maintain delivery records and ensure documentation is complete and compliant.
• Attend site logistics meetings and contribute to planning discussions.
• Liaise with suppliers and delivery drivers to confirm access arrangements and timings.
• Monitor delivery performance and report issues or delays to the Logistics Manager, with immediate coordination of changes to the site/batching plant and CWA controller.
• Stringently control and monitor delivery rates and forward planning to maximise production and distribution of concrete/slurry from the batching plants.
• Support the implementation of logistics plans and traffic management strategies.
• Ensure all logistics activities comply with health, safety and environmental standards.
• Maintain accurate records in line with parent company policies and procedures.
• Assist in the development of improved logistics workflows and digital tracking systems.
• Promote a safety‑first culture and support continuous improvement in logistics operations.
• Ensure documentation is stored efficiently and accessible for audits and inspections.
• Adhere to GDPR in the handling and storage of personal and operational data.

• Experience in logistics coordination or site support within construction or infrastructure projects with particular experience in ready‑mix concrete distribution.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with site teams, suppliers and access control teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and logistics tracking systems.
• Understanding of delivery scheduling, access planning and site logistics workflows.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and lift planning software.

Our people are our biggest asset and we focus on recruiting, training and developing the people who can apply innovation to deliver the infrastructure of the future. We nurture these talents, offer a great benefits package in addition to a competitive base salary and continually invest in developing the skills of our people at every level.

• Competitive salary.
• Company car.
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
• Pension savings schemes.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and family‑friendly policies.
• Access to our Refer and Earn scheme.
• Discretionary annual salary reviews.

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. Our reputation as one of the UK’s leading specialist geo‑technical contractors is earned through the delivery of ground engineering solutions on some of the UK’s largest and most prestigious projects including HS2, The Shard, Wembley…