Project Manager - Delivery and Construction (End to End)(Sizewell C)

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Project Manager - Delivery and Construction (End to End)(Sizewell C)

Location: London (minimum 3 days per week) with travel to Europe.

Salary: From £78,000, dependent on experience. 

Benefits include:

Annual Leave: 28 days per annum, increasing to 30 days after 5 years of service, plus bank holidays.
Bonus: Up to 5% annual bonus.
Pension Contributions: Defined Contribution Pension Scheme with up to 7.5% employee contribution 15% employer contribution.
Flexible Benefits: Additional allowance for a variety of benefits

The Opportunity... 

Are you looking for a career which is rewarding, at the cutting edge of project development and where you can really make a difference? Come and join our expanding Sizewell C (SZC) team and work on one of the most exciting and largest megaprojects in the UK, whilst being at the forefront of the UK’s climate change agenda and energy policy. 

Following on from the success of the new nuclear power station at Hinkley Point C (HPC), the Sizewell C Project (SZC) in Suffolk is the UK’s next nuclear power new build project. The project has obtained planning approval and has started construction works. It has recently achieved Financial Investment Decision (FID) meaning that all the funding for the full lifespan of the project is now secured and in place guaranteeing the full delivery of this new nuclear power station. When completed, it will provide dependable electricity to 6 million homes for 60 years, which along with renewables, will support Britain to achieve Net Zero by 2050.

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Imagine being at the heart of one of the UK’s most ambitious megaprojects, making a tangible difference to the nation’s energy future and leading the charge against climate change. If that sounds like your dream job, then this is your opportunity to join the team delivering Sizewell C – a landmark nuclear project shaping the future of clean energy.

Why Join Us?

At Sizewell C, you’ll be part of a trailblazing project, building on the success of Hinkley Point C (HPC). With planning approval secured and government funding in place, construction is set to kick off this year in beautiful Suffolk. Be a key player in this multi-billion-pound venture – one of the largest and most exciting developments in the UK today.

The Role

As a Project Manager in the Nuclear Islands (NI) programme, you’ll be in the driver’s seat, managing a high-performing multi-disciplinary team and overseeing the end-to-end delivery of critical systems, structures, and components for a buildings and contracts within the NI area.

Nuclear Island (NI): is the heart of a nuclear power plant, housing critical components like the reactor, steam generators, and containment structure. It is responsible for generating heat through nuclear fission and ensuring safety with robust systems and controls. The NI works alongside the Conventional Island, which converts steam into electricity, forming the core of the plant’s operations.

As the Project Manager (NI) your role involves building a relationship with Hinkley Point C (HPC) to understand and drive progress in the main reactor building (HRA). You’ll identify and understand the building critical path and any crucial issues. Key interfaces will be  with our Engineering contractor and  MEH and Civils programs to ensure seamless collaboration.

About You

You’re a seasoned Project Professional with a proven track record in delivering large-scale, complex projects and detailed experience of construction methodologies. Your experience spans:
Engineering & Project Lifecycle: From initial design through to commissioning.
Commercial Expertise: Managing high-value contracts, cost control, and resolving claims.
Risk & Quality Management: Driving operational excellence in complex, high-stakes environments.
From engineering to commissioning, you’ll ensure excellence at every stage. What sets you apart is your ability to translate technical details into actionable strategies, engage stakeholders, and inspire your team to succeed.

Qualifications & Skills:

Background in mechanical, electrical, process, systems or civil engineering for large industrial plants.
Demonstrates success coordination of multi-disciplinary design/procurement work and driving design/procurement teams to deliver on time.
Good understanding of the complexity of major projects, including interface management between scope areas
Project management or project engineering experience, from concept to handover
Excellent communication skills in client-facing and contractor-facing situations
Outstanding communication, organisational, and leadership skills.

Desirable

Previous engineering or project management experience in the nuclear industry.
 

This isn’t just a job; it’s your chance to be part of history. As a Project Manager at Sizewell C, you’ll shape the UK’s clean energy future while advancing your career in one of the most exciting and dynamic sectors in the world.

Join us and make a real impact – for today and generations to come.
 

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For this role you must have evidence of right to work in the UK. As a project, we do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.