About the role
At Balfour Beatty, we’re shaping the future of the UK’s defence infrastructure. In Q1/Q2 2025, we’re seeking talented Mechanical & Electrical individuals in the South East to join our Building Services business unit. You’ll work on critical, cutting‑edge projects that support national security and provide innovative and sustainable solutions, while benefiting from an empowering environment that offers unparalleled career development and industry‑leading expertise.
What you’ll be doing
- Engage with subcontractors at all stages from ITT to final commissioning and handover.
- Ensure subcontract packages meet programme, budget, safety and quality expectations/standards.
- Ensure packages comply with good design practice and relevant technical group standards.
- Ensure the package is executed with minimum rework.
- Maintain accurate records in accordance with the M&E control sheet, including RFIs, CE’s, EWN’s, WPPs, ITPs, record drawings and other project communications.
- Update communication trackers across platforms, including self‑generated registers.
- Plan and organise plant, access, labour and materials in accordance with appropriate interfaces, including procurement activities relevant to a package.
- Review relevant RIBA 4/5 design deliverables for accuracy and fit for purpose prior to works commencement.
- Produce and review WPP and ITP, contextualising quality assurance mechanisms four weeks prior to works start.
- Produce technical input SoW in accordance with relevant QS, suitable for an ITT.
- Identify risks to the Project Management team and raise appropriate EWNs.
- Monitor supply chain performance against planned activities and escalated issues as required.
- Draft site instructions for review and issue by the Project Management team, detailing works, location, programme impact, cost impact and client‑led change events.
- Adhere to BB policy/procedure and contract details, and maintain proficiency in platforms such as BC, completing required training.
- Support the QA function by completing tours and quality check‑sheet reviews for the relevant package of works.
- Manage time, complete daily diaries and contribute to other reporting formats.
Who we’re looking for
- Suitably qualified and experienced within the Building Services and Construction Industry.
- Hold the relevant ECS/CSCS card and SMSTS.
- Knowledge of Defence M&E Specifications.
- High integrity and commitment to meeting/exceeding customer expectations.
- Leadership skills in development.
- Actively pursuing professional accreditation (e.g., ICE, IHT).
Why work for us – Benefits
- Smart working with flexible start and finish times and up to 40% remote working where roles allow.
- 25 days paid annual leave (pro‑rata).
- Family‑friendly policies including 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partner leave.
- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave and recognition schemes.
Diversity and inclusion
At Balfour Beatty we believe diversity and inclusion are essential. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan we develop an inclusive culture where everyone thrives.
Disability confident
We are a Disability Confident Employer and commit to working with people who have disabilities and long‑term health conditions, removing barriers for them in employment. We offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.
Equal opportunity
We are committed to ensuring a fair and inclusive resourcing process. All candidates are considered fairly regardless of identity or background.
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