Works Manager - Devonport (Plymouth)

Our projects are more than just your opportunity to make your mark. They're an opportunity to stretch, test and develop your expertise. Join our Regional Civils Team team as a Works Manager on our Devonport Dockyard Project and you'll deliver complex work that really matters to our business, and the world around you. As a Civils Works Manager you will provide management, leadership and control of a multi-disciplinary team comprising General Foremen, Section Foremen, Junior Foremen and Gangers. What you'll be doing As a Works Manager you will:

• Communicate the requirements of a safe system of work to ensure that these are
followed accurately by the site team
• Able to work on own initiative and seek out opportunities in line with level of responsibility
• Understands Protocol with regard to Accident and Incident investigation
• Experienced in leading Safety & Environment Tours
• Experienced in planning shifts in line with EU regulations and section 61
• Have overall ownership of Handover Documentation for the works and implements ITP processes to improve quality management., 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.
Why join us? As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn't rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You'll have the freedom to shape the package that's 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 With a strong track record of delivery, our civils teams connect communities through infrastructure projects in the highways, public realm, rail, flood and coastal defence, and industrial sectors across England and Wales. 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 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: 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

You will have the following:
• Experience of working in similar role on a Civil Engineering/Construction Project
• Be able to clearly communicate the requirements of a safe system of work to ensure that these are followed accurately
• Capability of taking ownership of tasks and communicating outcomes
• Strong work ethic with flexibility to work unsociable hours/nights
• Be able to work on own initiative and seek out opportunities in line with level of responsibility
• Hold a current driving licence and CSCS Card.