Project Engineer – Balfour Beatty plc
Join the Power Transmission & Distribution team as a Project Engineer. Work on large infrastructure projects between Fort Augustus and the Isle of Skye.
About the Role
Own your career, build something you’re proud of and learn from true experts.
What you’ll be doing
* Develop and deliver engineered solutions and briefs to the working party
* Safely and sustainably deliver activity to programme, cost and quality
* Monitor and record works to ensure compliance in a timely manner
* Support and develop an environment where the working party can thrive and succeed
* Effectively manage and care for the people delivering the work
Who we’re looking for
* HNC/HND/Degree in civil engineering or related discipline and/or relevant site experience in utilities or construction industry
* Comfortable with ambiguity, able to tease out sensitive issues and lead cross‑functional teams towards solutions
* Ability to work across conflicting interest groups to develop solutions to complex operational and commercial problems
* People management experience and relationship management skills
* Commercial awareness with knowledge of both budgetary and financial control
* Knowledge of Project Management methodology
* Full UK driving licence
* Willing to work away from home
Benefits
* Company DC pension scheme up to 5% EE & 7% ER
* Wellbeing sessions – non‑work‑related activities
* Opportunity to join the SIP scheme
* Flexible benefits window – purchase additional holidays, bikes, tech vouchers, dental cover, PMI etc
* Reward platform – discounts on shopping, insurance, cars etc
* Hybrid working (where applicable)
* Enhanced sickness scheme
* Enhanced maternity/paternity/shared parental/adoption schemes
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Broad learning opportunities – professional qualifications
* Employee assistance programme
* Up to 2 days volunteering per year
* Company‑funded social events
Why work for us
In the Power T&D team you will have the support to progress your career or simply be the best you can be in your role.
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 & Inclusion
We are committed to a diverse workforce and inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. 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 collaborate with people who have disabilities and long‑term health conditions to remove barriers for them.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Construction
Location
Fort Augustus, Scotland, United Kingdom
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