About the role

This role sits within a major Overhead Line (OHL) project in the Central Belt, between Falkirk and Glasgow, and we are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join the team. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, drive safe and efficient project execution, and support the successful delivery of critical transmission infrastructure.

What you'll be doing

• Plan, manage and deliver projects to programme, cost and quality requirements.
• Hold overall accountability for planning, design, delivery, monitoring, commissioning and close-out.
• Provide strong leadership to support multi-disciplinary teams and ensure high performance.
• Manage clients, stakeholders and supply chain partners effectively.
• Deliver projects to agreed budgets and timelines, aligned to scope and complexity.
• Line-manage Construction Managers, Engineers, Site Managers and functional leads.
• Lead project reviews, maintain Digital Briefcase content and ensure accurate records.
• Prepare internal and external reports to support decision-making.
• Critically review and interrogate designs to ensure deliverability.
• Maintain a strong focus on Zero Harm, lead incident investigations and review RAMS.
• Allocate resources effectively and support mentoring and team development.
• Build, motivate and develop high-performing project teams.
• Own the risk register, lead reviews and escalate issues as needed.
• Manage subcontractor performance and procurement planning.
• Ensure delivery meets handover standards, certification requirements and KPIs.

Who we're looking for

• An experienced Project Manager with a strong background in Overhead Line (OHL) projects, ideally within power transmission or distribution.
• Someone who has led multi-disciplinary teams on complex, high-risk infrastructure works and understands the challenges of OHL delivery.
• A confident leader who can motivate, support and develop teams while maintaining high performance and strong safety standards.
• A clear communicator who builds positive relationships with clients, landowners, stakeholders and supply chain partners.
• A proactive problem-solver who can challenge assumptions, make informed decisions and take ownership of outcomes.
• Someone highly organised, able to manage multiple workstreams and maintain rigorous project controls.
• A safety-driven professional who champions Zero Harm and sets high expectations for quality and compliance.
• Someone who values collaboration, inclusivity and continuous improvement across the project team.

Why work for us

Why work for us:

Alongside the amazing opportunity, support and pride that you will gain from developing your career with one of the world's foremost infrastructure giants, you will also enjoy:

• Company DC pension scheme up to 5% EEs & 7% ERs
• Wellbeing sessions - non-work-related activities go for a walk, do some house duties etc.
• Opportunity to join into the company SIP scheme.
• Flexible benefits window Options to purchase additional holidays, bikes, tech vouchers, dental cover, PMI etc.
• Reward platform where you can get discounts off shopping, insurance, cars etc.
• Hybrid working (where applicable)
• Enhanced company sickness scheme
• Enhanced company Maternity/Paternity/Shared parental/Adoption schemes
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications
• Employee assistance programme
• Up to 2 days volunteering per year
• Company funded social events.

In joining the Power T&D team, you are joining a strong function, where you can join us as the first step on a lengthy career, or simply join us be the best you can be in your role we will support you either way.

We have a BB Academy, which is a great resource to support you with your learning and development.

At Balfour Beatty we are committed to creating a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential, not only because this is the right thing to do, but because it makes us a better business.

We have a UK Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan which sets out the wide range of targeted, initiative-taking, measurable steps we are taking to make this a reality. You can read our UK Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan in full at www.balfourbeatty.com/value_everyone

About us

Balfour Beatty's Power Transmission & Distribution teams work with regional, national, and international electricity network owners and operators to provide technical engineering solutions across the full spectrum of the electricity grid, including overhead lines, cabling, substations, and distribution networks.

From scoping and feasibility, to design, construction and on-going maintenance, our in-house experts, flexible resources, and industry-leading innovations support customers in the development of some of the UK's most ambitious power transmission and distribution projects.

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 can thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

We are 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 collaborating with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them