Workforce Manager at Balfour Beatty Plc in Leiston, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

workforce planning

utilisation tracking

skill monitoring

training coordination

labour sourcing

documentation compliance

Receive and interpret workforce requirement lists from Construction Managers and Project Managers;
Track and report on workforce utilisation, gaps, and future needs to senior leadership;
Monitor workforce availability, skillsets, and competency status to optimise deployment;
Liaise with the Learning & Development Administrator to ensure all operatives are trained, inducted, and compliant;
Contribute to workforce development initiatives, including apprenticeships, upskilling, and succession planning;
Ensure all workforce movements and records are accurately documented and GDPR compliant;
Collaborate with HR, HSE, and operational teams to align workforce planning with project risk and safety requirements;
Coordinate mobilisation and demobilisation of operatives, ensuring timely site readiness;
Implement advanced planning and coordination for resource and training needs within the Plant and Resource Team and assist with the coordination of site personnel regarding, training, medicals, movements etc.;
Support the onboarding process by aligning labour supply with induction and training schedules;
Source labour from GSA core businesses and approved labour agencies in line with project needs and maintain a centralised labour resource plan across all active and upcoming GSA projects;
Assist with creating indents and authorising labour invoices;
Support audits and inspections by maintaining accessible and accurate workforce documentation.
Build and maintain strong relationships with labour agencies, ensuring quality and reliability of supply;

Requirements

cpcs lifting

cscs

construction management

workforce planning

excel

geotechnical

Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond to changing project demands;
CPCS Appointed Person (Lifting Operations) certification.
Familiarity with CSCS, CPCS, NPORS, and other construction certification schemes;
Experience working within a multi-company alliance or joint venture;
Proven experience in workforce or labour coordination within construction or infrastructure projects;
Experience working with labour supply agencies and internal resource teams;
Excellent planning, organisational, and communication skills;
Qualification in Construction Management, HR, or Workforce Planning.
Strong understanding of construction site operations, especially in piling and civil engineering environments;
Experience in a similar role within the Geotechnical discipline;
Knowledge of employment legislation and workforce compliance standards;
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and workforce planning tools;
Ability to prioritise work and activities;

Benefits

Enhanced maternity/paternity and family friendly policies;
An attractive/negotiated salary;
25 days annual leave + bank holidays;
Discretionary annual bonus;
Discretionary annual salary reviews.
Medical health cover;
Company car/car allowance;
Access to our Refer and Earn scheme;
Pension savings schemes;

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

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

Articles

Careers – Job Search

Media Contacts

Fraud Warning (Recruitment Fraud)

Accessibility Statement

Role

Description

workforce planning

utilisation tracking

skill monitoring

training coordination

labour sourcing

documentation compliance

Receive and interpret workforce requirement lists from Construction Managers and Project Managers;
Track and report on workforce utilisation, gaps, and future needs to senior leadership;
Monitor workforce availability, skillsets, and competency status to optimise deployment;
Liaise with the Learning & Development Administrator to ensure all operatives are trained, inducted, and compliant;
Contribute to workforce development initiatives, including apprenticeships, upskilling, and succession planning;
Ensure all workforce movements and records are accurately documented and GDPR compliant;
Collaborate with HR, HSE, and operational teams to align workforce planning with project risk and safety requirements;
Coordinate mobilisation and demobilisation of operatives, ensuring timely site readiness;
Implement advanced planning and coordination for resource and training needs within the Plant and Resource Team and assist with the coordination of site personnel regarding, training, medicals, movements etc.;
Support the onboarding process by aligning labour supply with induction and training schedules;
Source labour from GSA core businesses and approved labour agencies in line with project needs and maintain a centralised labour resource plan across all active and upcoming GSA projects;
Assist with creating indents and authorising labour invoices;
Support audits and inspections by maintaining accessible and accurate workforce documentation.
Build and maintain strong relationships with labour agencies, ensuring quality and reliability of supply;

Requirements

cpcs lifting

cscs

construction management

workforce planning

excel

geotechnical

Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond to changing project demands;
CPCS Appointed Person (Lifting Operations) certification.
Familiarity with CSCS, CPCS, NPORS, and other construction certification schemes;
Experience working within a multi-company alliance or joint venture;
Proven experience in workforce or labour coordination within construction or infrastructure projects;
Experience working with labour supply agencies and internal resource teams;
Excellent planning, organisational, and communication skills;
Qualification in Construction Management, HR, or Workforce Planning.
Strong understanding of construction site operations, especially in piling and civil engineering environments;
Experience in a similar role within the Geotechnical discipline;
Knowledge of employment legislation and workforce compliance standards;
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and workforce planning tools;
Ability to prioritise work and activities;

Benefits

Enhanced maternity/paternity and family friendly policies;
An attractive/negotiated salary;
25 days annual leave + bank holidays;
Discretionary annual bonus;
Discretionary annual salary reviews.
Medical health cover;
Company car/car allowance;
Access to our Refer and Earn scheme;
Pension savings schemes;

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

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

Articles

Careers – Job Search

Media Contacts

Fraud Warning (Recruitment Fraud)

Accessibility Statement