Project Engineer

About the role We’re Hiring: Project Engineer – Substations (Power T&D) Location: Bramford (Ipswich) | Company: Balfour Beatty | Sector: Power Transmission & Distribution | Employment Type: Full-time Join our Power T&D team at Balfour Beatty, where we’re powering progress across the UK. We’re looking for a talented and driven Project Engineer – Substations to support the ongoing expansion of the National Grid, contributing to a future of clean, efficient, and secure energy. Your Role: As a Project Engineer, you’ll be a key player in ensuring the successful delivery of substation projects alongside the Project Manager and wider team. You will be accountable for the planning, design, delivery, monitoring, commissioning, and final handover of our projects. What you’ll be doing Lead and attend project reviews and project meetings Have an awareness of the Digital Briefcase Maintain accurate project records (progress, daily diaries, etc.) Prepare internal and external reports and liaise with stakeholders Ensure reports provide relevant information to enable informed, cost‑effective decisions in line with overall strategy Ensure scope and package assignment supports the team in coordinated working Specify, understand, develop and implement technical information and drawings into delivery Understand and specify plant and equipment requirements Maintain focus on Zero Harm and keep up to date with changes in legislation Responsible for the safety and welfare of the general public, employees and supply chain Carry out safety and environmental tours, promote observation and safety initiatives Conduct and support accident and incident investigations Monitor effectiveness of the H&S Management System and implement improvement solutions Write and review RAMS and accept subcontractor RAMS Identify, raise and report risks and hazards Ensure sufficiency and competency of workforce Understand, control and issue safety documentation Complete audits Set people to work Assist the Project Manager to lead risk and opportunity reviews, present the risk register and recommend or implement changes Who we’re looking for The following qualities and experience are desirable: National Grid experience desirable Organised, innovative and creative Project Engineer with knowledge and experience of working on projects, proficient in commercial and project management communications Experience in implementing safe systems of work Experience in managing risks and change processes through solutions‑based approach to problem solving Good interpersonal skills that enable development of working relationships at all levels across the business, and the ability to negotiate and influence Discuss ideas and plans competently and with confidence Communicate new concepts and ideas to technical and non‑technical stakeholders HNC in Electrical Engineering AutoCAD qualification Experience of working with DNOs in the EHV industry, preferably Northern Powergrid Individuals may also hold or be working towards one or more of the following: Formal qualification in construction or engineering, or equivalent industry experience Desire to work towards either the APM PFQ or PMQ CSCS and SMSTS or equivalent 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. As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits. Here are some of our key benefits: Smart working with flexible start and finish times 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata) Family friendly policies including 28 weeks full pay for maternity and adoption leave, and four weeks full pay for paternity or partner leave Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and more About us Balfour Beatty’s Power Transmission & Distribution teams work with regional, national and international electricity network owners and operators to provide technical engineering solutions across the full spectrum of the electricity grid, including overhead lines, cabling, substations and distribution networks. From scoping and feasibility, to design, construction and ongoing maintenance, our in-house experts, flexible resources and industry‑leading innovations support customers in the development of some of the UK’s most ambitious power transmission and distribution projects. Diversity and inclusion At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful and happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Balfour Beatty plc