Senior Construction Engineer – EC&I – Redcar

Redcar, Yorkshire
BALFOUR BEATTY-4

About the role

Do you want to be at the forefront of one of the world’s most ambitious sustainability initiatives?

Balfour Beatty have created iconic buildings and infrastructure all over the world over the past 115 years redefining excellence and setting the industry benchmark with every project.

As a result, alongside several consortium partners; Balfour Beatty have been selected by BP (British Petroleum) to construct a first-of-a-kind fully integrated gas-fired power station with carbon capture and storage which is a key driving force behind plans to make Teesside the UK’s first decarbonised industrial cluster.

We are recruiting for a Senior Construction Engineer to contribute to the Net Zero Teesside project based at our new site in Redcar-in-Cleveland on Teesside.

Role Purpose:

• Assists Project Manager with scope definition, planning and daily execution of the construction project. Responsible for maintaining certain aspects of the project schedule and managing the process of submittal approvals, coordinating the timely delivery of materials, maintaining schedules and budgets
• Responsible for all technical aspects of the project throughout the Construction phase. Ranging from scope definition, design reviews, Technical Query’s (TQ’s) etc, looking after subcontract works on site, qualification of cable calculations, final As-Bult checks, assisting the Project Manager and ensuring the project is run safely and to programme.
• Report to Project Manager and liaise with other key members of the team such as
  QS/Design/Planning

What you’ll be doing

As a Senior Construction Engineer you will have the following responsibilities;

• Scope definition of work packages and identification of execution strategy’s.
• Ensure that packages are delivered to programme, budget, safety and quality
  expectations/standards.
• Ensure accurate and complete records are kept, including RFIs, FCDs, WPPs, MCRs,
  ITPs, Record Drawings and other project communications/deliverables.
• Ensure that plant, access, labour and materials are planned and organised in
  accordance with appropriate interfaces for the associated works, this should include
  any procurement activity relevant to a package
• Produce technical input in accordance with the relevant QS, suitable for an ITT and
  assist with any technical queries throughout the tender process.
• Where the package of works is subcontracted, the engineer is still accountable for the package deliverables and documents.
• Carry out periodic Progress Meetings with subcontractors to ensure package specifics are managed effectively.
• Identifying risks to the Project Management team associated with the delivery of their works raising EWNs as appropriate.
• Draft site instructions for review and issue by Project Management team including
  detailed descriptions of works required, location, programme impact, cost impact and reference to any client led change event
• Provide relevant cost information to relevant QS and provide time estimates that
  support the programme (where applicable). If required, undertake/support MTO of
  relevant package of works.
• Liaise with the Project Manager or Contract Manager to ensure they are fully aware of project progress and is notified of all financial, specification and time risks ensuring that all additional work is identified.
• Carry out design reviews of power distribution and protection systems for both LV & MV.
• Experienced with selection & specification of electrical distribution & control
  equipment.
• To direct and coordinate all project electrical engineering issues related to equipment specification, procurement, and installation design such as: Procurement strategy, Preparation of specifications, Selection of suppliers, Technical and scope supervision of contracts, Review of vendor data, Verify critical calculations, Factory Acceptance Testing, Liaison with other disciplines on packages, Support to site during installation and commissioning.

Who we’re looking for

The following qualities/experience are essential:

• Previous Construction Engineering experience within the relevant industry is required.
• Ability to communicate effectively is required to manage customer relationships, in
  addition to planning and organisation skills to deliver operational excellence and
  efficiency.
• Effective leadership skills, including experience of leading teams and confidence in the ability to lead, influence and communicate with others to deliver targets are required.
• Financial awareness is required to deliver targets, with a desire to continuously
  improve safety and sustainability performance
• To visit suppliers and monitor their activities if required.

The following qualities/experience are desirable:

• Experience of Lean Construction principles and Lean practitioner training
• Attend and contribute toward industry events
• Is a member of a professional body i.e., IET
• Proficient on O365
• Holds a current driving licence

The role holder is likely to have one or more of the following:

• Formal qualification (HNC/HND) in Engineering/Construction or experience
  equivalent

• APM PFQ/PMQ/PPQ
• CSCS and SMSTS or Equivalent
• CCNSG / HS&E MAPS (Health, Safety & Environmental Test for Managers)

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

– Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
– 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
– Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
– Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more

About us

Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick is a leader in mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) and mechanical, electrical and instrumentation (ME&I) solutions.

We design, install and maintain the complex systems and technologies that underpin the UK’s national infrastructure and bring buildings to life.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit

To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence ‘Employer Recognition Scheme’ and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit:

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: .