About the role
Balfour Beatty is a leading international infrastructure group, delivering some of the UK's most complex and high-profile major projects across transport, energy and the built environment.
Sizewell C is committed to setting a new standard for leadership in the nuclear sector and in major UK infrastructure.
The mission is to build for future generations—providing home‑grown energy, greater price stability, and abundant low‑carbon power. Aiming to lead the way in creating long-lasting social value, showing how effective collaboration can benefit communities locally, regionally and across the country.
Through Sizewell C, we will provide secure, clean energy, strengthen the UK economy, and deliver meaningful societal benefits for decades to come.
The project will create a 3.2‑gigawatt power station producing low‑carbon electricity for at least 60 years. It will sit alongside Sizewell B, which has been operating since 1995 and has already prevented more than 76 million tonnes of carbon emissions.
Role Overview
We are seeking an IEG (General Electrical Systems) Project Manager to join the team. You will be primarily accountable for performing the procurement activities based on the current strategy for General Electrical Equipment (IEG)- including cables, cable trays, supports, fixations and other deliverables. To develop execution plans, prepare the ITT pack with support from Multi Discipline Team (MDT), let the associated contracts and manage the contracts throughout the lifecycle.
* Key responsibilities include ensuring that various aspects of IEG equipment strategies are aligned, that contracts are developed and fit for purpose, and that value for money is achieved through the replication strategy of contracts from the previous sister station, Hinkley Point C. It should be noted that all contracts will be of the NEC type.
* The unique aspects of the role include multiple and complex interfaces both across the consortia partners but also integration of MEH Alliance within the two area programmes: Nuclear Island (NI) and Conventional Island/Balance of Plant (CI/BOP).
This position will report to the Electrical Distribution Lead Project Manager and will work alongside other members of the SZC MEH Alliance and Nuclear Island Programme teams.
What you'll be doing
* Lead the delivery of effective strategies and plans to support the development and demonstration of improvements to the SZC MEH IEG scope of works. This includes managing preparing the NEC contract pack, negotiation with bidders, letting and managing.
* Operate effectively within a complex matrix organisation and in multidisciplinary working groups.
* Have adequate cross sector experience and communication skills to be able to influence key stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes.
* Be a contributor to the overall output and related strategies of the MEH team.
Who we're looking for
* A proven and demonstrable track record of delivery in a high hazard, highly regulated environment. Working experience in Nuclear industry would be advantageous.
* Experience of developing and managing various types of NEC contract.
* Experience of managing and co-ordination major NEC contractors, interfacing with a suite of suppliers, disciplines, stakeholders and integration of the same into the overall project program.
* Electrical bulk material procurement experience desirable, not mandatory.
* Execution design engineering experience desirable, not mandatory.
* Some travel to Europe is required.
* Experience leading multi stakeholders to perform some work.
* Good understanding of electrical systems including interface with different instrumentation and control systems.
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
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
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Job Reference: BBUK17436