Lifting Manager

Balfour; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Ipswich is hiring a Lifting Manager for their Sizewell C project. This role involves overseeing lifting operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with teams to promote safety. The ideal candidate has experience in large-scale projects, holds a CPCS certification, and possesses strong leadership and communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits package offered.

Benefits

Attractive salary

Company car

25 days annual leave

Pension savings schemes

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Discretionary salary reviews

Qualifications

• Experience managing lifting operations on construction projects.
• In-depth knowledge of BS 7121, LOLER and PUWER regulations.
• Ability to work collaboratively across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all lifting operations and ensure compliance.
• Develop and implement lift plans according to standards.
• Conduct risk assessments for lifting operations.

Skills

Experience in a similar role

Leadership abilities

Excellent planning and organisational skills

Effective communication

Knowledge of crane types

Problem-solving skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

CPCS Appointed Person certification

Tools

Lift planning software

Job description

About The Role

Amazing infrastructure isn’t the only thing that gets built here. Incredible careers do too. Join our Ground Engineering team as a Lifting Manager on the Sizewell C project and you can build something to be proud of.

Role Purpose

• A critical leadership role responsible for the safe planning, execution, and oversight of all lifting operations on a major construction project.
• The Lifting Manager ensures full compliance with BS 7121, LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations), and PUWER (Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations), while coordinating lifting activities to support efficient project delivery.
• This includes pre‑construction co‑ordination with project teams, site survey, lifting equipment and lifting accessories specification, risk assessments, lift plans, and collaboration with contractors and crane suppliers.
• The role also involves auditing lifting operations, managing lifting equipment, and promoting a safety‑first culture across the site.

What you’ll be doing

• Support the employer’s contractual requirements in relation to project lifting management.
• Ensure all operations adhere to laws, guidelines, and ISO requirements.
• Develop and implement project‑specific lift plans in accordance with BS 7121 standards.
• Ensure all lifting operations comply with LOLER and PUWER regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments and lift plans for complex, intermediate and basic lifts, prepare and coordinate lift schedules, and ensure compliance and adequate supervision on lifting at all times.
• Manage lifting equipment inspections, certifications, and maintenance schedules.
• Coordinate with site teams, crane operators, lift supervisors and subcontractors to ensure safe lifting practices.
• Monitor and audit lifting operations to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate records of lifting activities, equipment logs, and incident reports in conjunction with the HSEQ management team and site management teams.
• Advise on crane selection, positioning, and ground conditions.
• Support the development of Health & Safety and Environmental plans with lifting‑specific input.
• Lead toolbox talks, training sessions and crane meetings related to lifting safety.
• Investigate lifting‑related incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with logistics and construction teams to align lifting operations with project milestones.
• Champion cost‑effective lifting solutions and identify opportunities for operational enhancements.
• Champion innovation and learning in your teams and with the operational teams.

Who we’re looking for

• Experience in a similar role within the geotechnical discipline.
• CPCS Appointed Person (Lifting Operations) certification.
• Proven experience in managing lifting operations on large‑scale construction projects.
• In‑depth knowledge of BS 7121, LOLER and PUWER regulations.
• Strong understanding of crane types, lifting accessories and rigging techniques.
• Excellent planning, organisational and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective communication and leadership abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and lift planning software.
• Ability to work collaboratively across disciplines and drive a safety culture.

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.
• Company car.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• 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 Ground Engineering is one of the UK’s leading specialist geo‑technical contractors, providing innovative piling and ground improvement solutions across all sectors.

Our comprehensive ground engineering capabilities, equipment and experience provide the solid foundations for infrastructure and buildings of any height, ranging from city skyscrapers to cross‑country rail and road projects.

Our reputation as one of the UK’s leading specialist geo‑technical contractors is earned through the delivery of ground engineering solutions on some of the UK’s largest and most prestigious projects including HS2, the Shard, Wembley Stadium, Reading Station Viaduct, Marble Arch Place, Battersea Power Station redevelopment and the A14 Cambridge to Huntingdon improvement project.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone D&I 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/