Overview
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Location: Sizewell C (onsite 5 days a week), Rendlesham, Suffolk.
Contract: Permanent, full-time.
Salary: Competitive per annum, depending on experience, plus benefits.
Candidate eligibility: Candidate must be able to complete successfully all security clearances and CTC checks.
Closing date: Friday 26 September 2025.
Sizewell C is a major infrastructure project in the UK with a focus on delivering nuclear energy as part of the country’s long-term energy strategy.
The Role
The Utilities Project Manager will report to the Utilities Senior Manager and will be responsible for the direction and management of activities associated with the full life cycle delivery of a Utilities contract or work package, in accordance with the programme schedule and delivery budget. You’ll ensure planning and delivery meet safety, quality, time and cost parameters and support the delivery of the Utilities scope as part of the Civils Programme of SZC.
Your responsibilities include developing the Implementation plan for delivering the Utilities scope to cost, schedule and quality within constraints. The scope covers new temporary and permanent connections, diversionary measures, monitoring, repair and maintenance of utilities (Telecommunications, Potable Water, Foul Water, Natural Gas, Power including Sub-stations) across SZC sites. It includes management of feasibility, design, procurement, and construction of utilities assets, along with disconnections, making safe and decommissioning of decommissioned utilities.
You’ll be the primary point of contact responsible for:
* Leading and managing all utilities project activities, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
* Defining the work and delivering within the scope of work by using necessary measures under the New Roads and Streetworks Act or other enabling agreements.
* Collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive project objectives and milestones.
* Implementing best practices in project management to optimize efficiency and quality.
* Overseeing contractor and subcontractor activities, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
* Managing internal and external stakeholders and delivery partners, with effective communication to site teams and operations.
* Supporting the Utilities Manager in delivering the Sizewell C utility strategy and in developing strategies to improve safety and delivery.
* Demonstrating industry knowledge and experience of working within utility services (Telecommunications, Potable Water, Foul Water, Natural Gas, Power including Sub-stations).
Ideal candidates will come from the Utilities, Civil Engineering, or Construction sectors.
What You’ll Bring
Essential knowledge, skills & experience:
* Industry knowledge and experience of working within utility services and project management operations.
* Working knowledge of service avoidance and Safe digging practice, in accordance with HSG 47.
* Understanding of Utilities Builder Work in Connection (BWIC) and CDM Regulations.
* Proven track record of delivery within a similar environment.
* Excellent communication and decision-making skills and experience of positive stakeholder engagement.
* Excellent IT skills (Microsoft Office Programs – Word/Excel, PowerPoint).
* Willingness to learn from both successes and failures.
* Ability to manage complex issues and foster a one-team ethos.
* Ability to re-prioritise tasks in a fast-paced, changing environment.
* Ability to complete successfully all security clearances and CTC checks.
Desirable:
* New Roads & Streetworks Act Qualification/Certification
* Recognised Utilities Safety Card (EUSR) Accreditation
* Recognised National Water Hygiene Accreditation
* SMSTS Certification
* Experience in CAD or Microsoft Project
Note: A full job description is available on application.
Why Join Sizewell C?
* Be part of a transformative project that contributes to the UK’s net-zero ambitions.
* Collaborate with industry leaders and government stakeholders.
* Enjoy career-defining opportunities in a supportive and innovative environment.
* Competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a chance to leave a lasting legacy.
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If you’re ready to make an impact, work with purpose, and join one of the UK’s most ambitious infrastructure projects, we want to hear from you.
Let’s build a cleaner, greener future together.
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