Construction Manager

Aberdeen Source: WhatJobs

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Overview

In this role you will oversee delivery of a major energy infrastructure project in Aberdeen, guiding safety, quality and schedule across integrated teams. You will coordinate with supply chain and project stakeholders to meet design and contractual targets, driving productivity and sustainable practices. The position sits within a prominent UK energy programme that strengthens renewable transmission capacity and local economic impact. This is an opportunity to shape delivery on one of Scotland’s high-profile energy projects and advance your leadership and technical influence.

Pay / Benefits

competitive salary and benefits package
development opportunities
flexible, inclusive working environment
Balfour Beatty Academy
long-term career progression
opportunity to work on high-profile projects

Responsibilities

Lead engagement with supply chain and supervisors; ensure RAMS, safe systems of work and project controls are in place
Support mobilisation, pre-starts and competency checks; maintain compliance with BB policies
Promote sustainability targets and Zero Harm culture; lead incident investigations as required
Lead operational teams; coordinate daily site briefings; manage programme delivery, sequencing and short-term planning
Integrate planning and site teams to improve communication and progress tracking; maintain site records and reporting
Drive productivity and recovery planning when delivery falls behind target; promote one-project thinking across BB, JV partners and supply chain
Lead resource and logistics planning; manage site access, plant utilisation, lifting and material movements
Maintain project quality standards; ensure work aligns with design, specification and statutory standards
Support the commercial team with change, variations and entitlement; track productivity to reduce cost and programme impact

Key requirements

Strong communication, planning and organisation skills
Effective leadership and ability to manage operational teams
Ability to improve safety and sustainability performance
Negotiation, conflict resolution and stakeholder management
Data, process and IT capability including BIM and construction management tools
Detailed understanding of construction methods and management principles
Budgeting, cost control and scheduling expertise
Experience leading multi-disciplinary construction teams and managing budgets and schedules
Experience with planning, design and commercial teams; regulatory compliance experience
Proven ability to manage multiple work packages and subcontractor performance