Head of Joint Design Office – Sizewell C
(Salary highly competitive – package negotiable for the right candidate)
Reports to: SZC Technical Director
Location: SZC Site, Suffolk
Purpose
Lead the creation and operation of the Joint Design Office (JDO) at Sizewell C, delivering site-based engineering support for construction and commissioning. Ensure all work meets safety, quality, time, and cost targets, while building and leading a high-performing, multi-disciplinary team.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement the JDO strategy and operating model, applying lessons from HPC and other EPR projects.
* Lead and manage a multi-disciplinary team (>100 FTE) from SZC, Responsible Designers, and supply chain partners.
* Oversee technical delivery, resolving engineering issues across design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
* Monitor progress against milestones, budget (£350m EAC) and risks (~£100m), reporting to stakeholders.
* Maintain and approve nuclear safety case standards, ensuring compliance with UK regulatory requirements.
* Act as Intelligent Customer for design modifications and external technical work.
* Represent the Technical Director in delegated meetings and decisions (financial authority up to £500k).
Essential Skills & Experience
* Degree in engineering or science discipline.
* Extensive nuclear industry experience (PWR preferred) in senior leadership roles.
* Proven record managing large-scale, safety-critical projects.
* Strong understanding of safety cases, UK regulatory environment, and technical standards.
* Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
* Experience with budget control, cost management, and commercial decision-making.
Key Behaviours
* Humility: Value diverse perspectives, open to debate and collaboration.
* Positivity: Challenge constructively, promote solutions, encourage innovation.
* Respect: Uphold rules, embrace new ideas, and give/receive feedback well.
* Solidarity: Foster a one-team culture with shared responsibility.
* Clarity: Communicate clearly, promote alignment, and enable fast decisions.
Health, Safety & Sustainability
Promote a culture of safety, wellbeing, and environmental responsibility. Ensure all activities meet legal, regulatory, and company HSE standards.
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