Senior Engineer

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Balfour Beatty Plc
International infrastructure group delivering construction, support services & infrastructure investments.
Senior Engineer supporting design, integration, and risk management for Net Zero Teesside project.
22 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Redcar, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
26,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Support services
Infrastructure investments
Project management
Engineering
Asset operation and maintenance
Infrastructure financing
Rail construction
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Off-site solutions
Pipe fabrication and installation
Infrastructure Investments
Construction Services
Support Services
Civil engineering
Building
Role
What you would be doing
design assurance
risk assessment
integration planning
technical audits
bim development
design strategy
  • Leading design assurance on projects through conducting regular review meetings with project teams, identifying best practice, areas for improvement and areas of concern;
  • Supporting the Engineering Manager, in ensuring that learning and best practice is shared across the business stream and the business as a whole;
  • Supporting the delivery teams, verifying the work of others in a timely and efficient manner, and providing expert technical support;
  • Ensuring design risks are considered and prepare design risk assessments. Communicate residual design risks to others;
  • Providing integration planning of Methods, Permanent and Temporary works with multi disciplinary project delivery teams;
  • Supporting the Engineering Manager and Pre-Construction Managers to provide input to the overall design strategy and workload management;
  • Maintaining personal expertise and knowledge to ensure than Project Engineering is at the forefront of the industry both technically and in using the latest technologies and standards;
  • Carrying out technical audits in the office and site and ensure all actions are closed out;
  • Developing and maintain relationships with relevant technical consultants and suppliers;
  • Promoting the development of BIM within the design process;
  • Conform to designer obligations of the Construction (Design and Management) regulations.
What you bring
mice
mistructe
cscs
bim
temporary works
communication
  • be both focussed and thorough and have the gravitas and professional credibility to advise senior management when something needs immediate redress together with the tenacity and drive to ensure that the necessary action is taken;
  • be a subject matter expert with a good understanding in other areas in the engineering field;
  • have a recognised professional qualification (MICE or MIStructE) and a valid CSCS card;
  • know ‘what good looks like’ in submissions and have hands on experience of leading technical aspects in a timely manner;
  • be customer centric and flexible in approach, with the strategic and creative insight to understand the range of opportunities in invitations to tender and be willing to challenge the norm;
  • have strong interpersonal and communication skills, coupled with an ability to form effective relationships with partners and delivery team members under time pressure;
  • hold a good working knowledge of mechanical, structural and geotechnical engineering and related software packages and BIM is required;
  • have extensive up to date technical knowledge of temporary works design and ground engineering and industry best practice;
Benefits
  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays;
  • Pension savings schemes;
  • Discretionary annual salary reviews.
  • An attractive/negotiated salary;
  • Enhanced maternity/paternity and family friendly policies;
  • Access to our Refer and Earn scheme;
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
1909
Year Founded
The company was established in 1909, marking the beginning of its infrastructure legacy.
£10 billion
Annual Revenues
The company generated around £10 billion in revenue during the 2024 financial year.
FTSE 250
Stock Exchange Ranking
The company is listed among the top 250 firms on the FTSE Stock Exchange.
  • It finances, designs, constructs and maintains roads, rail, energy plants, water systems, buildings and communities.
  • Active across the UK, US, Hong Kong and Canada, it's known for ventures like HS2, Crossrail and major highway upgrades.
  • Known for innovation, it uses digital tools, off-site manufacturing and automated plant to enhance safety and efficiency.
  • An unusual highlight: it pioneered the Automated Cone Laying Machine, boosting roadworker safety on live highways.
Culture + Values
  • They focus on creating customer value and driving continuous improvement.
  • They are distinguished by their highly skilled colleagues and partners.
  • They deliver on their promises and prioritize doing the right thing.
  • They prioritize personal safety above all else.
  • They act responsibly to protect and enhance the planet and society.
  • They foster a culture of positive communication.
  • They collaborate tirelessly with their team and partners.
  • They encourage growth and development continuously.
  • They are committed to making a meaningful impact.
  • They value every individual and their contributions.
Environment + Sustainability
Net Zero by 2045 & 2050
Emissions Reduction Targets
Aiming to achieve net zero for Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 2045 and Scope 3 emissions by 2050.
50% Emissions Cut by 2030
Carbon Reduction Goal
Joined the UN Race to Zero, committing to halve 2020 carbon emissions by 2030.
40% Waste Reduction
UK Waste Intensity Target
Achieved a 40% reduction in UK waste intensity in 2023.
£3B Social Value by 2025
Community Investment Goal
Aiming to create £3 billion of UK social value by 2025, accelerated from the original 2030 target.
  • Over 300 people trained in Carbon Literacy by December 2023; 75% of UK highways procurement team completed Carbon Conscious Procurement training
  • Joined the UN Race to Zero – achieving net zero by 2050
  • Joined Cement 2 Zero trial to develop zero-emission cement, backed by £6.5 million government funding
  • First construction company to secure Scottish Government funding to retrofit fleet to dual-fuel, aiming for ~40% carbon reduction per vehicle
Inclusion & Diversity
60% by 2030
Minority Ethnic & Black Representation
Target to increase representation of Minority Ethnic and Black colleagues in the UK workforce by 60% from the 2021 baseline.
50% by 2030
Female Colleagues
Target to increase representation of female colleagues in the UK workforce by 50% from the 2021 baseline.
  • Board‑level sponsorship for equality, diversity & inclusion by Group CEO Leo Quinn
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