Help Shape the UK’s Energy Future
Senior Innovation Manager – Civil Works Alliance (CWA) Supporting Sizewell C
As part of the CWA (Civil Works Alliance), you will support the building of Sizewell C – a 3.2-gigawatt power station generating low‑carbon electricity for around 6 million homes and supplying reliable, clean electricity for at least 60 years. This role will be within the CWA Wide Section.
What will you do?
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Innovation Manager to join our Business Improvement & Innovation Centre of Excellence. The successful candidate will be responsible for a wide variety of innovation and improvement activities to enhance efficiency, productivity and quality within the Civil Works Alliance. You will identify, develop and drive transformative initiatives while championing an innovation culture by aligning overall Alliance vision and values with innovative thinking. You will train, coach, mentor employees at all levels on the tools and methods that support innovation.
Key Responsibilities
* Contribute to development of CWA innovation strategy.
* Identify, evaluate and implement innovative technologies, processes and methodologies that enhance Sizewell C smart replication.
* Manage a portfolio of innovation projects providing leadership in the day‑to‑day operations of the activities while ensuring all initiatives align with nuclear safety, quality and compliance standards.
* Track and report on innovation KPIs and ROI to senior leadership.
* Conduct horizon scanning of industry trends, emerging technologies and regulatory developments relevant to nuclear and civil infrastructure.
* Facilitate cross‑functional workshops and innovation sprints to generate and develop ideas.
* Collaborate with engineering, digital and operational teams to pilot and scale innovations.
* Coach project teams on innovation frameworks (e.g., Design Thinking, Lean, Agile).
* Build partnerships with academia, startups and technology providers.
* Promote an innovation culture, experimentation, learning and continuous improvement.
Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications & Experience
* Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Project Management or a related field. A master’s degree is preferred.
* Minimum 7–10 years of experience in innovation, transformation or continuous improvement roles within construction or infrastructure.
* Proven track record of delivering innovation in large‑scale, complex projects.
* Experience working in or with nuclear, energy or other highly regulated sectors.
* Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive cultural change in multi‑cultural environments.
* Professional certification in Innovation Management, Change Management or similar (preferred).
* Digital and data fluency.
What we will offer you
The CWA is a single delivery organisation made 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, a pension scheme and other flexible benefits.
About Us
The CWA celebrates 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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