About the role
Customers come to us because we can take on and solve any kind of challenge, no matter how complex. Join our Power T&D team as a Project Planner/Planning Engineer.
Location: Middlesbrough; North East location and supporting cabling, OHL and Substation projects. Middlesbrough
Full time hours; 37.5 Monday to Friday. Hybrid working.
Full driving license will be required.
What you'll be doing
As a Project Planner/Planning Engineer, you will have the following accountabilities:
- Responsible for the updating and maintenance of all aspects of the Power T&D Cabling project P6 programme
- Plan, structure and maintain an accurate fully logically linked programme in line with the contract requirements
- Manage the interface between the programme and the operational staff through structured meetings, programme & progress reporting
- Identify programme risks / opportunities and propose mitigation / capture strategies..
- Assist with the preparation of the monthly programme report, dashboards and associated supporting information
- Ensure the schedule is resourced (plant and personnel) / cost loaded and update to reflect modifications in execution strategy. This will require close work with the project delivery team to regularly maintain the status of the programme
- Reporting on key resources including staff; operatives, key plant and equipment, supply chain and other project milestones to allow the project to proceed in accordance with the baseline
- Provide the appropriate programming, management and interfaces between business functions and the delivery team to ensure that contractual milestones in all sections of the project delivery programme are understood, monitored and adhered to in a controlled and appropriately timely manner
Who we're looking for
You will have the following:
- Proven experience of Planning Tools such as Primavera P6 - preferably on Power Transmission projects
- Operational experience of construction projects
- Working experience of Project Management methodology
- Proven ability in working with engineering / operational teams to capture real time progress
- APMP Practitioner qualification is desirable
Why work for us
Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UKs 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 wasnt rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You'll have the freedom to shape the package thats 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 Beattys 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 UKs 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: 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
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