About the role
SZC is ultimately owned by two shareholders, EDF and HMG. The shareholders hold their investment in SZC through NNB Holdings Company (SZC) Limited. Over the course of the current shareholding arrangements the shareholdings of the two shareholders will change.
The shareholders will fund SZC up until Financial Close through equity in line with the approved schedule and budget. SZC’s business is to design, finance, construct, commission, operate, maintain, and eventually decommission the nuclear power plant and related infrastructure (including activities relating to hydrogen, direct air capture and/or desalination) at Sizewell C in Suffolk. The principal objectives of the current development phase of the SZC project are to agree and implement the Capital Raise Plan, including completing an equity and debt raise, agree the core supply chain contracts and obtain the regulatory permits and licences required for the construction phase of the Project (including the core environmental permits and nuclear site licence).
What you'll be doing
The Agent will lead the engineering team for the desalination and CDO onshore scope within the Sizewell C (SZC) nuclear new build project. This includes ensuring site preparation, access arrangements, consents, permits, compliance documentation is in place prior to the works commencing and undertaking assurance reviews to ensure teams are complaint to the accepted plans. It will also include management of the sub-contractors, and CWA team members, input into Contract Administration and organising with other CWA teams to ensure works are co-ordinated and facilitated on a best for project basis. The role is pivotal in ensuring safe, timely, and cost-effective execution of works in alignment with SZC’s strategic objectives and regulatory commitments.
Desalination and CDO Agent role is predominately within a subcontract management role, with the installation of three pipes via a horizontal direction drill method, marine head installation and onshore chamber construction. It also includes liaison with are embedded Owner Participants to ensure the CWA remain compliant with all the consents and permits that are laid out in the DCO and SZB permissions to work. As well as day to day co-ordination of works with Site Delivery providing look ahead forecasts on programmes.
Who we're looking for
Essential
- Experience as a Project Engineer, Section Engineer, or Agent on major civil engineering projects.
- Strong understanding of civil and utility works, pipelines, chambers, reinforced concrete, and earthworks.
- Experience in complex multi‑interface scopes (preferably near marine/coastal or water infrastructure).
- Strong technical understanding of construction sequencing and engineering controls.
- Competence with RAMS, ITPs, quality processes, and construction documentation.
- Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
- CSCS (Engineer/Manager grade) or equivalent.
Desirable
- Experience on nuclear‑licensed sites or highly regulated infrastructure.
- Knowledge of desalination plants, water treatment systems, or discharge infrastructure.
- Understanding of UK SHW (Series 500/600) and pipeline installation standards.
- SMSTS or SSSTS certification.
- Working toward or holding professional accreditation (ICE, IStructE, CIWEM).
Why work for us
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
Balfour Beatty’s Major Projects business is delivering some of the UK’s most complex and iconic infrastructure projects including HS2, the new high-speed railway and the first nuclear power station in a generation, Hinkley Point C. Using the latest technology, we’re driving productivity and creating a lasting legacy by delivering sustainable solutions that strengthen communities.
From consultancy and design, to all aspects of construction and maintenance. We have the proven expertise to deliver large-scale projects safely and successfully.
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 www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion
To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also 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/
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: [email protected]
Job Reference: BBUK17843
