Engineering Manager - Design Coordination
About The Role
Do you want to be at the forefront of one of the world’s most ambitious sustainability initiatives? Balfour Beatty has 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 part of the Net Zero Teesside (NZT) project at our Redcar and Cleveland site, we are building a first‑of‑a‑kind fully integrated gas‑fired power station with carbon capture and storage.
Key Responsibilities
* Planning and executing strategies for completing projects on time;
* Determining the need for training and talent development;
* Providing clear and concise instructions to engineering teams;
* Support delivery of true value proposition to the customer, aligned with strategy, in pursuit of contractual KPIs through all EPC phases;
* Represent BB as Civil Engineering discipline point of contact for NZT project and liaise with stakeholders for client‑facing meetings and workshops;
* Lead and present on engineering matters at collaborative workshops to provide Lean, Expert, Trusted and Safe solutions;
* Manage internal and external engineers to oversee the compilation of engineering work packs in good time and within budget including appropriate risk management and mitigation;
* Ensure the scope of the project is fully understood;
* Create engineering strategy documents for projects including design engineering plans and design quality plans;
* Ensure documentation and associated work packs are complete and buildable;
* Identify and manage Modern Methods of Construction solutions including PPMOF & DfMA;
* Guide contractual positioning, planning, programme assurance and technical inputs during all EPC stages of NZT project.
Qualifications & Experience
* A bachelor's degree in an engineering field;
* At least 5 years’ engineering experience;
* Proven management and technical skills;
* Relevant professional qualification or membership in civil/mechanical/electrical engineering; chartered status preferred;
* Desire to pursue innovation and development to enhance BB's value proposition;
* Skilled in design development and reviews;
* Customer liaison skills to ensure engineering solutions meet project requirements;
* Strong leadership and communication skills under time pressure;
* Experience forming effective teams under tight time constraints across disciplines;
* Ability to command respect and attention from the customer with detailed knowledge of engineering issues;
* Communication skills to direct reports, peers, senior leadership teams;
* Extensive experience in engineering management of multi‑discipline projects within regulated industries;
* Comfortable delegating and supporting development of others, fostering a high‑performing team.
Benefits
* An attractive negotiated salary;
* Medical health cover;
* Company car/car allowance;
* Discretionary annual bonus;
* 25 days annual leave + bank holidays;
* Pension savings schemes;
* Enhanced maternity/paternity and family friendly policies;
* Access to our Refer and Earn scheme;
* Discretionary annual salary reviews.
About Us
Balfour Beatty’s Major Projects business is delivering some of the UK’s most complex and iconic infrastructure projects. 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
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 an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. We 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, and to offer interview opportunities to applicants who meet the minimum requirements.
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