Solutions Engineer at Balfour Beatty Plc in Grays, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

procurement

environmental monitoring

lookahead planning

design review

quality assurance

handover docs

Procurement: Delegate requisition responsibilities to the Site Engineer or Logistics team whilst ensuring plant and materials is in line with the cost plan and specification.
Environmental Sustainability & Carbon: You will monitor compliance on site and report any breaches to your Package Manager and our Environmental team.
Programme and Production: Produce three-week lookahead programmes aligned with the stage programme. Monitor progress, record and report any variances to the weekly programme.
Engineering & Design Management: Review both permanent and temporary design drawings in advance of the works. Resolve any questions with the designers before preparing the programme.
Community: You will consider community and stakeholder requirements in preparing your lookahead programmes and consult with our Community and Communications team to understand and agree requirements.
Quality Assurance: Obtain (from the BB Highways library or other Projects) Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs,) for self-delivered works and refine them in line with LTC specifications and standards.
Handover: Produce/approve redlines and compile construction certificates. Provide input into the O&M manuals and H&S files for the assigned scope.
Leadership: You will lead and coach Site Engineers and Apprentices.

Requirements

construction management

infrastructure

safety

driver's licence

leadership

security clearance

Engineering or Construction Management qualification
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Knowledge of construction regulations and best practices.
Proven experience in a similar role, preferably on large scale infrastructure projects
Health, Safety & Wellbeing: Fully comply with our LTC ‘Beyond Zero Harm’ programme and the 4 BB Golden Rules, producing specific Works Package Plans, and conducting/recording weekly safety tours.
Full UK drivers licence
Strong leadership and communication skills
BPSS Security Clearance

Benefits

Refer a friend bonus scheme
A whole host of other BB staff employee bens (discounts, exclusive offers etc)
Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
Pension savings schemes
Scores of other Balfour Beatty opportunities available as well via our balfourbeattycareers.com portal.
Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more
A fit for work medical
25 days annual leave

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

cscsbpss security clearance required
fit for work medical assessment required

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

Articles

Careers – Job Search

Media Contacts

Fraud Warning (Recruitment Fraud)

Accessibility Statement

Role

Description

procurement

environmental monitoring

lookahead planning

design review

quality assurance

handover docs

Procurement: Delegate requisition responsibilities to the Site Engineer or Logistics team whilst ensuring plant and materials is in line with the cost plan and specification.
Environmental Sustainability & Carbon: You will monitor compliance on site and report any breaches to your Package Manager and our Environmental team.
Programme and Production: Produce three-week lookahead programmes aligned with the stage programme. Monitor progress, record and report any variances to the weekly programme.
Engineering & Design Management: Review both permanent and temporary design drawings in advance of the works. Resolve any questions with the designers before preparing the programme.
Community: You will consider community and stakeholder requirements in preparing your lookahead programmes and consult with our Community and Communications team to understand and agree requirements.
Quality Assurance: Obtain (from the BB Highways library or other Projects) Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs,) for self-delivered works and refine them in line with LTC specifications and standards.
Handover: Produce/approve redlines and compile construction certificates. Provide input into the O&M manuals and H&S files for the assigned scope.
Leadership: You will lead and coach Site Engineers and Apprentices.

Requirements

construction management

infrastructure

safety

driver's licence

leadership

security clearance

Engineering or Construction Management qualification
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Knowledge of construction regulations and best practices.
Proven experience in a similar role, preferably on large scale infrastructure projects
Health, Safety & Wellbeing: Fully comply with our LTC ‘Beyond Zero Harm’ programme and the 4 BB Golden Rules, producing specific Works Package Plans, and conducting/recording weekly safety tours.
Full UK drivers licence
Strong leadership and communication skills
BPSS Security Clearance

Benefits

Refer a friend bonus scheme
A whole host of other BB staff employee bens (discounts, exclusive offers etc)
Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
Pension savings schemes
Scores of other Balfour Beatty opportunities available as well via our balfourbeattycareers.com portal.
Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more
A fit for work medical
25 days annual leave

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

cscsbpss security clearance required
fit for work medical assessment required

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

Articles

Careers – Job Search

Media Contacts

Fraud Warning (Recruitment Fraud)

Accessibility Statement