Balfour Beatty US

PROJECT MANAGER

Balfour Beatty US$70K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, Project Management, or related field.
  • Over 2 years' experience managing long-term projects with multiple stakeholders.
  • Familiarity with electrical and mechanical engineering principles.
  • Proven problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset.
  • Proficient in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera).
  • Exceptional organizational and communication skills.
  • Ability to adapt quickly to new technical concepts and workflows.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all phases of complex, long-term projects to meet contract requirements.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams for integration of specifications.
  • Develop comprehensive project schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
  • Monitor project milestones and proactively manage risks.
  • Maintain clear communication with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
  • Lead and direct project personnel including engineers and procurement teams.

Benefits

  • Commitment to excellent Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) performance.
  • Opportunities for continuous learning and improvement.
  • Use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) encouraged for safety.
  • Work in a collaborative team environment.
  • Engagement in impactful traction power projects.
Full Job Description
Role and Responsibilities 1. Oversee all phases of complex, long-term projects, ensuring alignment with contract requirements. 2. Collaborate with engineering teams to understand and integrate electrical and mechanical specifications. 3. Develop comprehensive project schedules, budgets, and resource plans. 4. Monitor project milestones, resolve issues, and proactively manage risks. 5. Maintain clear and effective communication with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams. 6. Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and quality expectations. 7. Manage and update the project schedule to accommodate established milestones and completion dates. 8. Must know how to assemble design submittals and review against technical specifications. 9. Previous experience working with engineering, operations, procurement and finance. 10. Electrical and P6 experience preferred 11. Responsible for working with the Estimating team during the bid process, and review/approving various project related documents (scope letters, procedures, O&M manuals, Warranty letters, etc.). 12. Responsible to leading and directing the various project related personnel - Project Engineers, CADS, Procurement, Manufacturing and Training. 13. Other duties as assigned. Preferred Qualifications and Skills: • Bachelor's degree in engineering, Project Management, or a related field. • Experience managing long-term projects (2+ years in duration) with multiple stakeholders. • Familiarity with electrical and mechanical engineering principles. • Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset for tackling challenges. • Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera). • Exceptional organizational and communication skills. • Ability to adapt to new technical concepts and workflows quickly. • Must be a self-starter. Major plus Qualifications: • Prior experience in traction power projects • PMP certification or equivalent (highly preferred). • Familiarity with specialized equipment • Commitment to continuous learning and improvement. General Physical Demands & Safety Awareness: Balfour Beatty Rail - Traction Power Group is committed to excellent Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) performance as an integral part of its service and business activities. Employees should have experience with, use appropriately and encourage others to use Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) in the appropriate areas of our operation. For general manufacturing & warehousing areas with MEDIUM duty, employees should be able to exert or lift to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and up to 10 lbs. of force frequently. Walking, bending, standing and sitting foreseen frequently. For general office areas with LIGHT duty, employees should be able to exert or lift to 25 lbs. of force occasionally and up to 5 lbs. of force frequently. Both standing and sitting foreseen frequently.

About Balfour Beatty US

Balfour Beatty US is a construction and engineering company that provides a wide range of services to clients in the United States. The company is a subsidiary of Balfour Beatty plc, a UK-based construction and infrastructure company. Balfour Beatty US offers services in a variety of sectors, including commercial, healthcare, education, and transportation. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia and has offices throughout the United States. Balfour Beatty US is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
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Size
26,000 employees
Industry
NASDAQ

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