About The Role
This role sits within a major Overhead Line (OHL) project in Dundee, and we are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join the team. You will lead multi‑disciplinary teams, drive safe and efficient project execution, and support the successful delivery of critical transmission infrastructure.
What You'll Be Doing
* Plan, manage and deliver projects to programme, cost and quality requirements.
* Hold overall accountability for planning, design, delivery, monitoring, commissioning and close‑out.
* Provide strong leadership to support multi‑disciplinary teams and ensure high performance.
* Manage clients, stakeholders and supply chain partners effectively.
* Deliver projects to agreed budgets and timelines, aligned to scope and complexity.
* Line‑manage Construction Managers, Engineers, Site Managers and functional leads.
* Lead project reviews, maintain Digital Briefcase content and ensure accurate records.
* Prepare internal and external reports to support decision‑making.
* Critically review and interrogate designs to ensure deliverability.
* Maintain a strong focus on Zero Harm and lead incident investigations.
* Allocate resources effectively and support mentoring and team development.
* Build, motivate and develop high‑performing project teams.
* Own the risk register, lead reviews and elevate issues as required.
* Manage subcontractor performance and procurement planning.
* Ensure delivery meets handover standards, certification requirements and KPIs.
Who We're Looking For
* Strong experience in Overhead Line (OHL) projects within transmission or distribution.
* Proven experience leading complex infrastructure projects.
* Ability to motivate, support and develop high‑performing teams.
* Clear communication and relationship‑building skills with clients, stakeholders and supply chain partners.
* Proactive problem‑solving skills with the ability to challenge and take accountability.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams.
* A commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.
* A collaborative mindset with a focus on inclusivity and professional respect.
* Experience as a Project Manager with a strong background in OHL projects.
* A leader who can drive performance, safety and team development.
* A strong communicator who works effectively with clients, landowners and stakeholders.
* A proactive problem‑solver who can make informed decisions and take ownership.
* Someone who values collaboration, inclusivity and continuous improvement.
Benefits
* Company DC pension scheme up to 5% EEs & 7% ERs.
* Wellbeing sessions (non‑work‑related activities).
* Opportunity to join the company SIP scheme.
* Flexible benefits window: options to purchase additional holidays, bikes, tech vouchers, dental cover, PMI, etc.
* Reward platform for discounts on shopping, insurance, cars, etc.
* Hybrid working (where applicable).
* Enhanced company sickness scheme.
* Enhanced company maternity/paternity/shared parental/adoption schemes.
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
* Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications.
* Employee assistance programme.
* Up to 2 days volunteering per year.
* Company funded social events.
About Balfour Beatty
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.
Diversity and Inclusion
At Balfour Beatty we are committed to creating a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We have a UK Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan and are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme'. We encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans, and reservists, and we are a Disability Confident Employer.
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