Senior Package Manager (Senior Agent) - Old Oak Common - Internal Fitout Division - London

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About the role

Balfour Beatty has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Package Manager (Construction Manager) to look after the Internal Fit-out at our Old Oak Common Station development in London - join us and be part of the largest construction project in the UK.

HS2s new c. 1 billion Old Oak Common station will become the UKs best-connected rail station once completed. Our Balfour Beatty VINCI SYTRA joint venture will be responsible for the final design, construction, and commissioning of the station in Northwest London.

Upon completion, the new station will boast six underground platforms and up to eight platforms on the adjacent Great Western Main Line. Old Oak Common will also provide highspeed rail services to the Midlands, central London, Scotland, and the North, as well as direct services to three major airports. Incorporating passenger and retail facilities, the new station will provide an exceptional customer experience for both passengers and visitors to the station.

What you'll be doing

As a Senior Package Manager you will lead, control and monitor the delivery of multiple subcontractor packages for architectural fit-out, ensuring alignment with overall project objectives. You will also be responsible for coordinating and managing interfaces with related packages, including MEPH, lifts, escalators, and others, to ensure seamless integration and delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Core & People

• Champion Old Oak Values: Leadership, Respect, Integrity, Safety
• Promote Zero Harm and support sustainability goals
• Lead, motivate, and develop Package Management teams
• Delegate responsibilities and coach staff to ensure high performance

Health, Safety & Environmental

• Lead and review RAMS to ensure site safety and compliance
• Oversee incident investigations, audits, and trend analysis
• Manage Permits to Work and ensure timely integration of temporary works

Engineering & Quality

• Ensure adherence to technical standards and resolve site issues
• Own handover documentation and quality compliance processes
• Lead audits, inspections, and engage with design teams for issue resolution

Productivity

• Develop and manage fully resourced programmes
• Track KPIs and production outputs to drive efficiency
• Align and coordinate short-term and overall project timelines

Commercial

• Maintain detailed site records and support budget reviews
• Lead procurement and manage subcontractor performance
• Provide commercial insight on cost, value, and correspondence

Who we're looking for

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Education & Certification: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) with a CSCS card and SMSTS qualification.
• Experience: Proven track record in managing large-scale infrastructure projects, with expertise in Fit-out, temporary works, and multidisciplinary interfaces.
• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to inspire, manage, and develop teams while driving performance and accountability.
• Technical Skills: In-depth knowledge of technical requirements, quality assurance processes, and Health & Safety legislation.
• Commercial Acumen: Strong understanding of cost, value, procurement, and subcontractor management.
• Software Proficiency: Skilled in creating detailed, resourced programmes and tracking productivity metrics.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• Professional Accreditation: Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working towards it, with ICE or APM membership.
• Specialized Expertise: Experience with the fit-out of large commercial projects, ideally on a major transport hub or train station.
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills, with a proactive, solution-oriented approach.

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

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 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