Mechanical / HVAC Project Engineer – Redcar
Locations Darlington, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Redcar & Cleveland, Stockton-on-Tees
Job Description
Do you want to be at the forefront of one of the world’s most ambitious sustainability initiatives?
Balfour Beatty have created iconic buildings and infrastructure all over the world over the past 115 years redefining excellence and setting the industry benchmark with every project.
As a result, alongside several consortium partners; Balfour Beatty have been selected by bp (British Petroleum) to construct a first-of-a-kind fully integrated gas-fired power station with carbon capture and storage which is a key driving force behind plans to make Teesside the UK’s first decarbonised industrial cluster.
Balfour Beatty is seeking a dynamic Mechanical / HVAC Project Engineer to contribute to the Net Zero Teesside (NZT) project based at our site in Redcar and Cleveland.
Responsibilities
* Overall responsibility for the successful completion of the section of works and leading by example, managing the day-to-day delivery of construction projects.
* Ensure site records are accurately maintained and available.
* Ensure all team members are fully inducted and carry out role specific requirements, identifying opportunities for improvement.
* Lead and motivate the team and manage performance, undertaking training and coaching as appropriate.
* Draw up and monitor short-term programmes.
* Maintain accurate progress records.
* Deliver regular Toolbox Talks and positively engage the team.
* Awareness of budget, cost control and cost recovery, ensuring that expenditure is in line with the contract budget and resources are utilised efficiently.
* Live the Balfour Beatty Values.
* Ensure a relentless focus on Zero Harm.
* Support the delivery of Project Sustainability activities.
Health Safety & Environmental
* Responsible for the safety and welfare of the general public, staff and supply chain within area of control under the strict observance of the safety policy and in conjunction with local HSE.
* Support Accident / Incident Investigations.
* Identify and implement improvement options and lead action and instigate as appropriate.
* Keep up to date with changes in legislation and cascade information to the team.
Production Control
* Manage sub-contractors, including monitoring of contractor attendance and progress, providing direct instruction and support as necessary, such that contractual arrangements are achieved.
* Produce and regularly review the project programme to ensure completion on time under the supervision of a Project Manager.
* Ensure detailed plans are available commensurate with the overall project plan, such that material/resources/supply chain can be delivered to meet scheduled deadlines.
Quality
* Maintain targets and KPI’s in line with Project objectives and monitor performance.
* Ensure site audits are undertaken and take appropriate action on the findings under the supervision of a Project Manager.
* Proactively implement systems and processes to manage the quality of the constructive works.
* Support working groups focused on Improvement Areas.
Productivity
* Manage sub-contractor performance based on KPI’s.
* Ensure production of operational target programmes to reflect overall construction programme.
* Liaise with Project Manager to keep fully aware of project progress and ensure that all additional work is identified and that the Senior Project Team are notified of all potential opportunities and financial, specification and time risks.
* Contribute to weekly team meetings to review performance on site.
* Appreciate the commercial implications and drivers within the construction process and incorporate these into decision making, working closely with the project’s Surveyor.
Essential Qualifications
* A successful track record in managing operational delivery within a construction environment.
* Able to clearly communicate the requirements of a safe system of work to ensure that these are followed accurately, and experience in implementing systems improvements.
* Capable of taking ownership of tasks and communicating outcomes with clarity; experienced at encouraging direct reports to do the same and managing a team to ensure tasks are carried out effectively and key messages cascaded.
* Ability to work under pressure to deadlines, and a flexible attitude towards work in order to deal with a variable and demanding workload.
* CSCS Card and SMSTS qualified; must be willing to become First Aid qualified.
* Excellent team player, able to work competently and independently without supervision.
* Able and willing to make decisions following consideration of options based on best available information; track record of solution orientated approach to resolve issues.
* Excellent communication skills with good interpersonal and influencing skills.
* Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages (MS Word, Excel).
* Excellent role model for team and demonstrates required behaviours to align to business, project and team objectives.
* Is a self-starter who can manage their own time.
Desirable Qualifications
* Experience of working on a variety of project types.
* Scaffold awareness/experience.
* Temporary Works awareness/experience.
* Holds a relevant formal qualification or is pursuing one.
* Holds a current driving licence.
Key Benefits
* An attractive/negotiated salary.
* 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
* Company car if applicable.
* Pension savings schemes.
* Enhanced maternity/paternity and family friendly policies.
* Access to our Refer and Earn scheme.
* Discretionary annual salary reviews.
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, https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/.
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