About The Role
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Project Manager to join our Ground Engineering team in Elgin, Scotland.
Role Purpose
To have overall accountability for successful project delivery including initiation, planning, design, delivery, monitoring, commissioning and handover/close out. The role serves as a change agent that provides management, leadership and inspires a multi‑disciplinary team to achieve a common goal. The Project Manager determines the most appropriate means of satisfying customer/project requirements, objectives and constraints; time, cost, quality, scope, risk and benefits.
Responsibilities
- Lead the successful delivery of key initiatives within the organisation.
- Implement a structured approach to project management, including regular project reviews, accurate documentation, and clear scope definition.
- Update essential documents such as the Digital Briefcase, maintain comprehensive project records, manage configuration and timely reporting, and make informed decisions to keep projects aligned with strategic objectives.
- Ensure a safe and productive work environment with a strong focus on Zero Harm: conduct safety and environmental tours, support accident investigations, stay abreast of legislative changes, and safeguard the welfare of the public, employees and the supply chain.
- Oversee health and safety systems to ensure compliance and effectiveness.
- Develop and update resource allocation plans, produce actionable strategies for achieving team goals, and foster talent pipelines through internal training, mentoring and performance management.
- Conduct regular risk and opportunity reviews, robust change control processes and precise cost management.
- Be accountable for KPIs, assurance activities and integration of digital data tools to enable consistent, data‑driven project delivery.
- Strong procurement and supply chain management, effective reporting routines and adherence to digital standards to deliver projects efficiently, within budget and in line with organisational strategy.
Key Qualifications
- Track record of project delivery.
- Good understanding of standard forms of contracts.
- Proficient in commercial/project management communications.
- Experience implementing safe systems of work.
- Effective verbal and written communication at all levels.
- Strong team management skills that empower, influence and inspire others.
- Commercially astute.
- Ability to work under high‑pressure situations.
- Knowledge of performance evaluation techniques and key metrics.
- Solution‑based approach to problem‑solving.
- Ability to see the business vision and inspire this shared vision amongst the team.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience on a variety of project types.
- Member of a professional management body, e.g. APM.
- Proficient on O365.
- Current driving licence.
Additional Credentials
- Formal qualification (BSc/MSc) in management/construction or equivalent experience.
- APM PFQ/PMQ/PPQ.
- CSCS and SMSTS or equivalent.
Benefits
- Attractive negotiated salary.
- Medical health cover.
- Company car or car allowance.
- Discretionary annual bonus.
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
- Pension savings schemes.
- Enhanced maternity/paternity and family‑friendly policies.
- Access to Refer and Earn scheme.
- Discretionary annual salary reviews.
About Us
Balfour Beatty Ground Engineering is one of the UK’s leading specialist geo‑technical contractors, providing innovative piling and ground improvement solutions across all sectors. Our capabilities support infrastructure and buildings of any height, from city skyscrapers to cross‑country rail and road projects. We have delivered solutions to major projects including HS2, The Shard, Wembley Stadium, Reading Station Viaduct, Marble Arch Place, Battersea Power Station redevelopment and the A14 Cambridge to Huntingdon improvement project.
Diversity and Inclusion
We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to a successful and happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone D&I Strategy and Action Plan, we grow a diverse workforce and develop an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. As a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, we also encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to removing barriers for people with disabilities and long‑term health conditions.
Legal & EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer providing opportunities to all applicants. All information provided in support of employment decisions will be used in compliance with relevant legal requirements.
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