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About the role

Balfour Beatty has an amazing opportunity for an Assistant Package Manager to join our amazing Major Projects team to work at our iconic Old Oak Common development in London.

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.

As an Assistant Package Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the management of the WP20 a subcontractor for the HS2 Conventional Station Cladding, Facade and Glazing and its interfaces with other work packages, Civils, Structural steelwork, MEP, Fit Out etc.

Supporting the Package Manager/Section Manager in successful project execution including initiation, planning, design, procurement, delivery, monitoring, commissioning and handover/close out providing management and leadership to inspire a multi-disciplinary team to achieve a common goal.

What you'll be doing

Other key responsibilities will be:

• Review specifications & drawings, as well as documents prepared by the subcontractor (ITP, RAMS)
• Propose any optimisations of constructability, producing high level construction methodologies to support procurement, interface management and early consenting requirements (logistics, noise, access etc)
• Monitor effectiveness of the H&S management System, support
• Develop/monitor/report against resource allocation plans in line with scope and outputs
• Assist the Package Manager to lead risk/opportunity reviews, present the Risk Register and recommend/implement changes
• Ensure production of operational milestones reflect master schedule and customer expectations

Who we're looking for

You will have the following:

• Major civils/infrastructure projects experience
• Previous experience in a site-based construction role in major construction
• Steelwork, Cladding, RC, Fit-out experience
• BSc, MSc, or BEng level qualification in a Civil Engineering or equivalent GNVQ
• a valid CSCS
• SMSTS

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UKs 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 wasnt rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You'll have the freedom to shape the package thats 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 Beattys Major Projects business is delivering some of the UKs 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, were 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

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