What you'll be doing

The role is to provide management of preconstruction activities in readiness for delivery of the works in the Marine and Tunnels (M+T) scope, part of the overarching Civil Works Programme of SZC. The Preconstruction Lead will support the development of the strategy for delivering the Marine and Tunnels scope safely and to cost, schedule and quality within the agreed constraints.
The role includes management and coordination of other team members, with the primary task to the Target Outturn Cost (TOC) process between M+T, the L3 Designer, and Client, inputting into and monitoring programme, preconstruction activities and site readiness deliverables, whilst recognising the impacts of the programme on the wider Project and interfacing packages.
The scope of the Marine and Tunnels is the design, planning, procurement, and execution of the– two intake tunnels, one outfall tunnel, offshore connections between the tunnel and seabed, as well as support works.

Who we're looking for

• Track record of delivering projects throughout the project lifecycle within a technically complex and dynamic environment whilst ensuring high levels of safety, security and environmental responsibility, ideally within the Nuclear Energy sector or similar regulated environment.
• Demonstrate success in developing and managing:
o Engineering design, methods, contract and field execution strategies for project delivery,
o Procurement and management of contracts,
o Control of costs; risk; schedule and change
o Experience of successfully engaging groups of stakeholders
• Able to demonstrate strong management skills including project management, commercial/estimating management, and facilitation.
• Experience of / good understanding of the technical / delivery aspects of the scope
• Experience of working to and meeting tight deadlines in preconstruction stages
• Experience of managing sub-contractors, consultants and other advisors throughout large and complex construction projects, preferably in the preconstruction phase, including experience of NEC contracts.
• Good presentation, influencing and facilitation skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, and a good collaborator who is able to develop relationships and maintain effective networks.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills

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?

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. 42 hours per week.
- 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 Major Projects business is delivering some of the UK’s most complex and iconic infrastructure projects including HS2, the new high-speed railway and the first nuclear power station in a generation, Hinkley Point C. Using the latest technology, we’re driving productivity and creating a lasting legacy by delivering sustainable solutions that strengthen communities.

From consultancy and design, to all aspects of construction and maintenance. We have the proven expertise to deliver large-scale projects safely and successfully.

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

To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also 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