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Senior engineer - sizewell c - enabling and earthworks - sizewell c site based - leiston

Leiston
Balfour Beatty
Engineer
Posted: 23 July
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About the role

SZC is owned by two shareholders, EDF and HMG, through NNB Holdings Company (SZC) Limited. The shareholders' investments will evolve during the project.

The shareholders will fund SZC until Financial Close via equity, following the approved schedule and budget. SZC's purpose is to design, finance, construct, commission, operate, maintain, and eventually decommission the nuclear power plant and related infrastructure (including activities related to hydrogen, direct air capture, and desalination) at Sizewell C in Suffolk. The current development phase aims to finalize the Capital Raise Plan, including completing equity and debt raises, securing core supply chain contracts, and obtaining necessary permits and licenses for construction, including environmental permits and nuclear site license.

Previously, SZC operated as part of EDF's Nuclear Development business unit, staffed by EDF colleagues and contractors now transitioning to direct employment. SZC is establishing itself to deliver a new nuclear power plant from investment and funding to decommissioning.


What you'll be doing

The Sizewell C project seeks a Senior Engineer to develop optimized construction solutions for Earthworks and Enabling Works during the ECI/pre-construction stages. This involves applying knowledge of design, construction methods, temporary works, planning, logistics, and project management. Collaboration with pre-construction, site teams, and wider engineering groups is essential to develop construction methodologies. Prior experience in methods engineering or at a Sub Agent/Site Agent level is required. Your work will support the refinement of the V5.1 budget and schedule and contribute to obtaining necessary permits before site commencement.


Who we're looking for

Knowledge & Skills

* Experience in complex or major projects at Sub Agent/Site Agent level or equivalent
* Subject matter expertise (preferred)
* Incorporated or Chartered Engineer in Civil Engineering or equivalent (preferred)
* Broad site-based project experience
* Desirable: Marine works or Structural steel installation experience
* Knowledge of construction methodologies and project planning
* Awareness of safe systems of work and CDM Regulations
* Ability to work across multiple projects
* Experience with modern construction methods
* Confidence to challenge standard approaches
* Comfort with digital models
* Deadline-focused outputs
* Strong interpersonal, communication, leadership, and facilitation skills

Qualifications & Experience

* Civil engineering degree or equivalent
* Incorporated or Chartered Engineer in Civil Engineering (preferred)


Why work for us

Our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious projects, developing infrastructure that supports the economy and communities.


Why join us?

We offer benefits like flexible working, generous leave, family-friendly policies, pension, share plans, volunteering leave, and recognition schemes.


About us

Balfour Beatty's Major Projects division delivers complex infrastructure projects, including HS2 and Hinkley Point C. We utilize the latest technology to ensure safety, success, and sustainability.


Diversity and inclusion

We value diversity and strive for an inclusive culture. We are members of various organizations supporting diversity and are committed to fair, inclusive hiring practices. For more info, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion.

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