Help Shape the UK’s Energy Future
Deputy Technical Lead 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 Enabling and Earthwork Section.
What will you do?
Technical Leadership & Governance
- Support the Technical Lead in managing the technical delivery of enabling and earthworks packages
- Ensure adherence to technical standards, specifications, and SZC governance requirements
- Provide day-to-day technical direction to engineers and design teams
- Deputise for the Technical Lead where required
Design Management & Coordination
- Oversee coordination of permanent and temporary works design
- Review technical submissions to ensure constructability, compliance, and integration
- Ensure alignment between design intent and site execution
- Manage interfaces across disciplines (civils, geotechnical, drainage, temporary works)
Engineering Assurance
- Support implementation of engineering assurance processes, including verification, validation, and approvals
- Ensure designs meet nuclear-quality standards, safety requirements, and regulatory expectations
- Assist in managing technical risks, assumptions, and constraints
- Interface with client assurance and Responsible Designer functions
- Provide technical expertise in:
- Bulk earthworks and cut/fill strategies
- Ground improvement and geotechnical engineering
- Site preparation and enabling infrastructure
- Drainage and environmental controls
- Ensure solutions are optimised for safety, cost, programme, and sustainability
Stakeholder & Interface Management
- Act as a key technical interface between:
- Construction and delivery teams
- Design consultants and subcontractors
- Temporary works coordination
- SZC client engineering and assurance teams
- Ensure effective communication of technical decisions and changes
Risk, Change & Issue Management
- Identify and manage technical risks and opportunities
- Support change control processes, ensuring impacts are assessed and documented
- Assist in resolving technical queries, non-conformances, and site issues
Health, Safety, Environment & Quality (HSEQ)
- Promote a strong safety-first culture within all technical activities
- Ensure compliance with:
- CDM Regulations
- Nuclear site licence conditions
- SZC HSEQ standards
- Drive a right-first-time approach to design and delivery
People & Capability
- Support mentoring and development of junior engineers
- Contribute to building a high-performing technical team culture
- Encourage collaboration and knowledge sharing
What are we looking for?
Qualifications
- Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline (essential)
- Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards (preferred)
Experience
- Experience on major infrastructure or nuclear projects
- Strong technical background in earthworks and enabling works
- Experience working within regulated, high-assurance environments
- Proven experience in design coordination and technical assurance
Technical Competencies
- Knowledge of:
- Earthworks design and specification
- Geotechnical engineering principles
- Temporary works processes
- Construction methodologies for large-scale civils
- Familiarity with UK standards and nuclear project requirements
Key Interfaces
- Technical / Engineering Lead – Enabling & Earthworks
- Construction & Delivery Teams
- Design Consultants & Responsible Designer
- Temporary Works Coordinators
- SZC Client Engineering & Assurance Teams
- HSEQ & Quality Functions
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.
We are committed to protecting your privacy. If you decide to apply, please avoid including sensitive personal data in your CV.
Job Reference: CWA00084
