Project Controls Manager - Derby

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About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join Balfour Beatty's team that has been selected as a construction partner for the Rolls Royce expansion work in Raynesway, Derby, needed to meet the growth in demand from the MOD and as a result of the AUKUS agreement. As part of this programme of works, which will be executed in stages over the next eight years, Balfour Beatty will deliver infrastructure enabling works, build new manufacturing and office facilities, and redevelop existing industrial buildings on the site.

Balfour Beatty has a unique opportunity for a Project Controls Manager to join our Planning Team working on a landmark secure infrastructure and building programme in Raynesway, Derby. This role supports a long-term, high-profile project in collaboration with Rolls-Royce, supporting MOD growth and the international AUKUS agreement.

We're delivering major infrastructure works, including new manufacturing facilities, offices, and redevelopment of existing industrial assets - a programme set to span the next eight years. This is your chance to be part of something truly transformational.

What you'll be doing

What you'll be doing:

• Lead the project controls function on a large, secure and complex infrastructure project.
• Support the Project Director and report to the Planning Lead.
• Develop and maintain robust and innovative project controls systems.
• Collaborate closely with the Client's controls team and integrate data and reporting systems.
• Work in a Primavera P6 environment, delivering baseline management, earned value reporting, and performance analysis.
• Produce forecasts, productivity reports, and analysis at multiple levels of detail.
• Mentor and support members of the planning team at various stages of their careers.

Who we're looking for

What we're looking for:

• An experienced Project Controls Manager with a strong track record leading in complex construction projects.
• Expertise in NEC contracts and earned value analysis.
• Strong understanding of baseline management, change control, and risk/opportunity planning.
• Proficient in Primavera P6, especially around resource management.
• Strong communicator, comfortable interfacing with clients and leading internal teams.
• Experience in complex buildings and MEP-heavy environments is a bonus.
• Ideally holds a OND/HND/Degree in a relevant field.

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's Major Projects business is delivering some of the UK's most complex and iconic infrastructure projects including HS2, the new high-speed railway and the first nuclear power station in a generation, Hinkley Point C. Using the latest technology, we're driving productivity and creating a lasting legacy by delivering sustainable solutions that strengthen communities.

From consultancy and design, to all aspects of construction and maintenance. We have the proven expertise to deliver large-scale projects safely and successfully.

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 www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

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: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

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: candidaterecruitmentqueries@balfourbeatty.com