Job Description
Are you a Civil Engineer with a strong background in design and construction support, looking to play a pivotal role in one of the UK’s most ambitious infrastructure projects?
Civil Engineer (Review & Acceptance) – Nuclear New Build
Location: Hinkley Point C (minimum 3 days on-site) + Hybrid Working
Contract Type: 18m contract
Daily rate: £420 - £470 per day worked (inclusive of travel and accommodation)
Start Date: ASAP
Spencer Ogden on behalf of our client, a major player in the UK nuclear sector, is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer (R&A) to join the team at Hinkley Point C, the UK’s flagship nuclear new build project. You’ll be working as part of the Joint Design Office (JDO), ensuring all construction-driven design changes are technically sound, safely implemented, and aligned with quality and regulatory requirements.
🔧 The Role
As Civil Engineer (R&A), you will:
* Lead the review and acceptance of design changes on-site raised via RFIs, FCRs, or NCRs.
* Act as the technical interface between the construction contractors and design teams.
* Support the release and handover of design packages for construction.
* Ensure changes maintain the golden thread to the nuclear safety case.
* Contribute to the configuration control of the site’s civil and structural elements.
* Participate in readiness reviews and provide ongoing technical assurance during execution.
Essential:
* Degree-qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering.
* Sound working knowledge of Eurocode 2 and reinforced concrete design.
* Experience with change management in a construction environment (e.g. NCR, FCR, RFI).
* Strong understanding of UK CDM Regulations and construction safety protocols.
* Ability to manage technical documentation and quality processes in a highly regulated environment.
Desirable:
* Prior nuclear industry experience or familiarity with PWR technology.
* Chartered or working toward Chartered Engineer status (ICE or IStructE).
* Knowledge of safety case architecture, Intelligent Customer role, and contract management.
* Familiarity with Joint Design Office (JDO) procedures and ETC-C tools.
What’s On Offer
* Opportunity to work on one of Europe’s largest and most complex energy projects.
* Long-term role with career development opportunities.
* Flexible working arrangements (hybrid model – min. 3 days on-site).
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