Help Shape the UK’s Energy Future
Construction Manager Opportunity with the Civil Works Alliance (CWA), Supporting Sizewell C
As part of the CWA (Civil Works Alliance), you will support the building of Sizewell C. Sizewell C will be a 3.2-gigawatt power station generating low-carbon electricity for around 6 million homes and will play a key role in our energy future, supplying reliable, clean electricity for at least 60 years. This role will be within the Logistics & Services Section.
What will you do?
Project Delivery
Oversee day-to-day Logistics & Services construction activities on site, with a particular focus on the installation and commissioning of batching plants, supporting infrastructure, and associated operational facilities. Ensure works are delivered in line with programme expectations, cost targets, and quality standards while maintaining visibility of all ongoing and upcoming site activities. The scope of this role will evolve and expand in line with the growth of the Logistics & Services function and the wider development of the SZC construction programme.
Team Leadership
Provide on-site leadership and coordination across multiple work fronts, supporting contractors and subcontractors to ensure sufficient resourcing and effective delivery. Act as a central, experienced presence on site, promoting collaboration, proactive problem-solving, and a strong safety-first culture.
Interface Management
Act as the key point of contact and on-site conduit between Logistics & Services, Delivery & Construction (D&C), SZC teams, and Engineering & Environment functions. Proactively manage interfaces and resolve issues across disciplines, ensuring clear communication and alignment between all parties.
Compliance & Permits
Ensure all Logistics & Services works comply with Development Consent Order (DCO), environmental permits, and nuclear site licence requirements, with particular attention to temporary and permanent site infrastructure and operational facilities.
Schedule & Milestones
Monitor progress of batching plant installations and related works against key milestones, identifying resource or sequencing risks early and working with stakeholders to maintain programme delivery.
Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
Champion high HSE standards across all Logistics & Services activities, acting as a visible presence on site to ensure full compliance with legal requirements and SZC safety expectations.
Quality Assurance
Support the implementation of quality control processes across all site activities, ensuring installations and construction outputs are delivered right first time and in accordance with engineering and operational requirements.
Reporting Line & Additional Responsibilities
Report to the Central Logistics Programmes and Plans Lead, acting as their on-site representative. In addition to core responsibilities, provide flexible support to the wider Logistics & Services team, undertaking additional tasks as required to support evolving project demands and ensure successful delivery across the programme.
What are we looking for?
Qualifications & Experience
- Proven experience in managing large-scale civil engineering or infrastructure projects, ideally within nuclear or regulated environments.
- Strong understanding of logistics within a construction context.
- CSCS Manager card and relevant safety certifications.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Familiarity with project controls, digital engineering tools, and construction management software.
Desirable
- Experience with Hinkley Point C or similar replication-based delivery models.
- Knowledge of UK nuclear regulatory frameworks and environmental permitting.
- Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline.
What we will offer you?
The CWA is a single delivery organisation made of up of the client (Sizewell C) and three parent companies - Balfour Beatty, Bouygues and Laing O'Rourke - which offer industry leading packages including market leading salaries, generous annual leave entitlements, pension scheme and other flexible benefits.
About Us
The CWA celebrates the creativity and innovation that comes from a diverse workforce, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds — especially those from under‑represented communities. Our project is built on five core values: Humility, Positivity, Respect, Solidarity, and Clarity.
By joining us, you’ll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work, speak up, and share your ideas. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
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Job Reference: CWA00193
