About the role
Balfour Beatty is seeking a dynamic Senior Electrical Project Manager based at our Maxim Park office in Motherwell.
Responsible for the safe, compliant delivery of electrical substation works, including AC, DC, protection, control and communications systems. The role ensures installation activities meet approved designs, specifications, programme and safety requirements through to commissioning and handover. To lead multi-disciplinary teams, manage contractors and site logistics, and liaise with clients throughout design, procurement, construction and commissioning, with a strong focus on health, safety and quality.
What you'll be doing
- Manage and oversee the installation of 11kV substations, including switchboards and feeder circuits.
- Coordinate installation of 33/11kV and 11/0.42kV power and distribution transformers, including 1MVA distribution transformers.
- Manage installation of LVAC switchboards and associated power distribution equipment.
- Oversee installation of DC systems, including:
- 110V DC systems
- 48V DC systems
- DC distribution boards and protection
- Battery banks (VRLA), chargers, and associated cabling
- Supervise installation of DC battery charger systems supporting protection, control, and automation equipment.
- Manage installation of RTUs and marshalling kiosks, ensuring correct interfacing, segregation, and termination.
- Manage installation of associated MEP services in relation to sub station works, including containment systems, small power, general & emergency lighting, fire alarms, structured cabling, H&CWS, HVAC etc.
- Plan, coordinate, and control cabling installation, including routing, containment, glanding, termination, and labelling.
- Ensure all works are installed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and standards
- Lead and coordinate site installation teams, subcontractors, and suppliers
- Manage site activities to meet programme, quality, and cost objectives
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental requirements, including method statements and risk assessments
- Liaise with design, commissioning, and project management teams to resolve installation issues and manage technical queries.
- Support testing, commissioning, and energisation activities, including defect resolution and punch list close-out.
- Maintain accurate site records, installation reports, and as-built information.
Health Safety & Environmental
- Responsible for the safety and welfare of the general public, staff and supply chain within area
of control under the strict observance of the safety policy and in conjunction with local HSE
- Carry out periodic Safety & Environment Tours as required by the Project H & S Plan
- Support Accident / Incident Investigations.
- Identify and implement improvement options and lead action / instigate as appropriate
Who we're looking for
- Strong experience in electrical installation management within substations or power infrastructure projects.
- Good working knowledge of HV, LV, and DC systems, including protection and control equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
- Proven leadership and coordination of multi-disciplinary site teams.
- Strong commitment to safety, quality, and compliance.
- Effective communication with project stakeholders, contractors, and commissioning teams.
- Understands method statements and can coach others in document production
- Understands and can guide others in the principles of Accident / Incident Investigation
- Good working knowledge of current H & S legislation
- Proficient in the application of H&S management
- Understands the Organisational Business Management Systems and processes
- Clear understanding and experience of the requirements for handover and self-certification of the works
- Used to setting and successfully managing targets in line with budget
- Able to produce a realistic programme and proactively track progress
- Able to identify elements for cost recovery from others and guide team members in maintaining project records
- Understand the relevant Contract terms and conditions for each project
The following qualities/experience are desirable:
- Experience of working on a variety of project types
- Temporary Works awareness/experience
- Holds a relevant formal qualification or is pursuing one
- Holds a current driving license
Why work for us
Our people are our biggest asset and we focus on recruiting, training and developing the people who can apply innovation to deliver the infrastructure of the future. We nurture these talents, offer a great benefits package in addition to a competitive base salary and continually invest in developing the skills of our people at every level.
Some of our key benefits are:
An attractive/negotiated salary;
25 days annual leave + bank holidays;
Company car if applicable;
Pension savings schemes;
Enhanced maternity/paternity and family friendly policies;
Access to our Refer and Earn scheme;
Discretionary annual salary reviews
About us
Balfour Beatty’s Major Projects business is delivering some of the UK’s most complex and iconic infrastructure projects. 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/
Job Reference: BBUK18468
