Project Manager - Sizewell C - Geotechnical Works - Sizewell C site based - Leiston
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About the role
The role is to provide management of activities in readiness for delivery of the works in the Geotechnical scope, part of the overarching Civil Works Programme of SZC. The Project Manager will support the development of the strategy for delivering the Geotechnical scope safely and to cost, schedule and quality within the agreed constraints.
The role includes management and coordination of other team members, with the primary task to the Target Outturn Cost (TOC) process between Geotech team, the L3 Designer, and Client, inputting into and monitoring programme and site readiness deliverables, whilst recognising the impacts of the programme on
the wider Project and interfacing packages.
The scope of the Geotechnical works is the design, planning, procurement, and execution of the plastic cut off wall, ground improvement and retaining structures
What you'll be doing
Health Safety & Environmental
• Creates a culture of openness and trust in reporting of Health and Safety matters
• Sets and manages targets and KPI's in line with Project / Business objectives and monitors
performance, steering towards success
• Leads / Reviews Accident / Incident Investigations. Reviews and appraises findings and
leads / directs the appropriate action arising. Implements culture for change when required
• Appraises safety improvement options and leads action within SZC CWA and Supply Chain
• Leads periodic risk reviews and takes output forward to the Project Risk Register
• Keeps up to date with changes in legislation and cascades information to the team
• Must ensure appropriate consents/ permits and licenses are supported, obtained and
complied with, from relevant regulatory bodies
Engineering Control
• Ensures that sufficient resources are allocated to the Works Section and that each has an
appropriate level of ability.
• Identifies longer term strategic training to support individual development as required
• Good knowledge and experience of nuclear environments and the specific
protocol/procedures of managing the construction works
Quality
• Sets targets and KPI's in line with Project objectives and monitors performance
• Ensures site audits are undertaken and takes appropriate action on the findings
• Appraises improvement options and leads / instigates actions as appropriate
• Manages the implementation of systems and processes for Right First-Time approach
• Leads working groups focused on Improvement Areas
• Overall ownership of Handover Documentation for Section
• Conducts Lessons learned investigations, shares learning and implements improvement
Who we're looking for
Able to clearly communicate the requirements of a safe system of work to ensure that these are followed
accurately. Implements improvements to systems
• Takes ownership of tasks and communicates outcomes with clarity, direction and purpose, including
managing others in this regard.
• Strong understanding of marine environment / nuclear environment
• Strong work ethic with flexibility to work unsociable hours/nights.
• Able to frequently work on own initiative and seek out opportunities in line with level of responsibility and
lead and manage others in this regard.
• Holds a current driving license and CSCS Card. Must be SMSTS qualified.
• Excellent team player and team leader, able to work competently and independently without supervision.
Reports back as necessary to update Senior Project Manager
• Able and willing to make decisions following consideration of options based on best available information.
• Strong communication skills with track record of solution orientated approach to issue resolution
• Excellent role model for development of junior staff and demonstrates required behaviours to align to
business, project and team objectives.
• Provision of assistance and expert knowledge to reinforce the objectives of the work winning teams.
• Champions and develops collaborative behaviours within and external to the team.
• Ability to manage large teams and monitor progression of individuals
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. 42 hours per week.
- 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