Project Engineer - Substations

About the role

Balfour Beatty Power T&D is looking for a motivated and experienced Project Engineer - Substations to join our team in Keadby, Scunthorpe. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the successful delivery of major substation projects, working at the heart of the UK's critical power infrastructure.

As Project Engineer, you will lead and coordinate the engineering delivery of projects, ensuring engineered solutions are planned, communicated, and implemented safely, efficiently, and in line with project requirements.

Working closely with the Project Manager, Construction Manager, and Site Manager, you will act as the vital link between design and construction, ensuring engineering activities are effectively managed throughout the project lifecycle.

What you'll be doing

• Lead and participate in project reviews, coordination meetings and engineering
  progress reviews.


• Ensure engineering activities are delivered in accordance with project governance requirements, procedures and approvals.


• Maintain accurate project records, including progress reporting, site records,
  technical documentation and construction records.


• Prepare and present internal and external reports to support project decision-
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• Track engineering deliverables through design, construction,
  commissioning, handover and close-out.


• Develop, review and implement engineering solutions that are safe, practical
  and cost-effective.


• Interpret technical information, specifications and drawings, translating them
  into deliverable construction activities.


• Assess engineering risks, constraints and opportunities to support informed
  decision-making.


• Determine plant, equipment and resource requirements to support efficient
  delivery.


• Support value engineering and continuous improvement initiatives to optimise
  project outcomes.


• Maintain a relentless focus on Zero Harm and promote a positive safety culture.


• Develop, review and approve RAMS, lift plans, work package plans and
  construction methodologies.


• Ensure engineering controls are identified and implemented to support safe
  systems of work.


• Identify, assess and manage project risks, hazards and environmental impacts.


• Support incident investigations and implement lessons learned.


• Ensure compliance with legislation, company procedures, customer
  requirements and industry standards.


• Carry out audits, inspections, monitoring activities and safety tours to drive
  continual improvement.


• Ensure personnel have the required competence, training and authorisations for
  the tasks being undertaken


• Lead engineering risk and opportunity reviews within allocated projects or work
  packages.


• Identify, manage and mitigate technical, programme and construction risks.


• Escalate issues beyond delegated authority and support the development of
  suitable mitigation measures.


• Monitor and manage engineering change to minimise project impact.


• Support the maintenance and review of project risk registers


• Define engineering requirements for materials, plant, equipment and
  subcontracted services.


• Coordinate procurement activities to support programme requirements.


• Manage engineering interfaces with suppliers and subcontractors.


• Monitor subcontractor performance, progress and compliance with project
  requirements.


• Ensure materials, plant and resources are available to meet project delivery
  milestones.


• Ensure engineering solutions comply with contractual, statutory and customer
  requirements.

Who we're looking for

We are looking for an organised, innovative and proactive Project Engineer with proven experience delivering engineering and construction projects within regulated infrastructure environments.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience as a Site Engineer, with clear progression into engineering coordination, planning and project delivery responsibilities.


• Experience in a similar role, ideally within National Grid, DNO or power transmission environments.


• A strong understanding of safe systems of work, including RAMS, permits, lift plans and temporary works controls.


• Experience managing project risks, technical challenges and changes through a practical, solutions-focused approach.


• Experience working within operational substations and under National Grid Safety Rules.


• Knowledge of coordinating activities within National Grid or DNO operational substations, including permit requirements, site access arrangements, Control Person interfaces and Safety Rules compliance.


• Experience delivering power transmission projects, including substations, cabling, civil works, demolition, enabling works and asset replacement activities.


• A sound understanding of project delivery principles, including health and safety, quality, programme and cost control.


• Knowledge of standard forms of contract and the commercial implications of project decisions.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders at all levels.


• Strong relationship-building, influencing and negotiation skills.


• Excellent planning, coordination and organisational abilities, with a proven track record of delivering projects to programme.


• The ability to work effectively under pressure whilst maintaining a proactive and flexible approach.


• A resilient and determined mindset, with a commitment to achieving successful project outcomes.


• A passion for supporting and developing others through coaching and mentoring.


• A commitment to continuous professional development and personal growth.


• A collaborative approach that promotes diversity, inclusion and teamwork.


• A strong commitment to Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality standards.


• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications.


• A full UK driving licence.


• Willingness to travel and work away from home when required.

Qualifications & Competencies

Essential

• Black CSCS Card


• SMSTS


• EUSR SHEA Power


• National Grid Safety Rules Awareness


• National Grid SR163 Awareness


• Knowledge of impressed voltages and associated controls


• First Aid at Work


• Fire Marshal / Fire Warden


• CAT & Genny / Buried Services Awareness


• Asbestos Awareness


• Manual Handling


• Environmental Awareness


• National Grid Substation Competent Person


• EUSR Categories 1 & 2


• Temporary Works Coordinator or Temporary Works Supervisor (where applicable)


• Lift Supervisor


• A61 Appointed Person (CPCS)

Desirable

• Formal construction or engineering qualification, or equivalent industry experience.


• Holds, or is working towards, APM PFQ or PMQ accreditation.


• National Grid Substation Person accreditation.


• Working towards National Grid Competent Person status.


• Additional First Aid at Work qualifications.


• CSCS and SMSTS (or equivalent) where applicable.