Job Description
Bim Engineer - Sizewell
Job Location City: Ipswich
Country/Region: United Kingdom
Contract Type: Permanent Contract
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Remote/Onsite: On-site/Office based
Travel Requirements: Occasional travel
Requisition ID: 1865
Information at a Glance
As part of Bouygues Construction's Public Works division, VSL International participates in the construction of major technical structures and guarantees their structural safety and durability: transport infrastructure (bridges, tunnels), industrial and energy production structures, and commercial buildings.
VSL's business is based on four areas of expertise:
• Structural systems and technologies
• Civil engineering
• Foundations and soil engineering
• Preservation, structural repairs, renovation and optimization of structures.
VSL has 4,000 employees at 25 locations worldwide (Asia and Oceania, Middle East, Europe, Latin America, Canada).
Project
Sizewell C is at the heart of the UK's clean energy revolution. This ground-breaking nuclear power plant project in Suffolk will play a vital role in delivering a sustainable future. Backed by EDF and the UK Government, Sizewell C is a once-in-a-generation project with significant opportunities to innovate, grow, and deliver excellence.
Our teams are delivering specialist ground engineering works including deep soil mixing, plastic cut-off walls, load transfer platforms, and embankments - all critical enabling works for the main nuclear power station.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Senior Digital Engineer to lead the application of digital engineering across VSL's delivery scope at Sizewell C. This role will ensure that digital methods are embedded from early engagement through to construction, commissioning, and handover, driving predictability in cost, programme, safety, and quality.
You will be responsible for managing digital workflows, 3D model development, and data integration, while also supporting the upskilling of teams in digital tools and processes. Acting as both a technical lead and a change driver, you will help VSL demonstrate the value of digital solutions to internal stakeholders, alliance partners, and the client.
Main Responsibilities
Digital Engineering Delivery
* Set up and implement digital engineering processes across all project stages (bid, pre-construction, construction, commissioning, handover).
* Lead the authoring and development of 3D models, ensuring data accuracy, quality, and agreed levels of detail.
* Ensure digital engineering outputs align with VSL's scope and client requirements.
Collaboration & Influence
* Present and promote digital engineering solutions to internal teams, alliance partners, and the client.
* Influence project-specific solutions to deliver value through digital methods.
* Develop and maintain collaborative relationships across multiple stakeholder groups.
Upskilling & Knowledge Sharing
* Drive the development of VSL staff capabilities in digital tools and processes.
* Organise training, workshops, and regular communications to embed digital engineering best practice.
* Act as a mentor for discipline-specific digital engineering responsibilities.
Performance & Continuous Improvement
* Support the achievement of Digital Engineering, Project Certainty, and Digital Horizon objectives.
* Monitor progress and deliverables to agreed deadlines.
* Identify opportunities for innovation and process improvement through digital technology.
Candidate Profile
Education & Experience
* Proven experience in digital engineering, BIM, or similar roles within construction or infrastructure.
* Strong background in implementing digital tools and processes across large-scale projects.
* Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline preferred.
Technical Skills
* Expertise in 3D modelling and digital engineering platforms.
* Strong understanding of BIM standards, protocols, and data management.
* Ability to manage digital workflows across project stages.
Personal Attributes
* Strong communication and influencing skills; confident in presenting digital solutions.
* Collaborative and adaptable, able to work across multiple stakeholder groups.
* Proactive, innovative, and passionate about advancing digital methods in construction.
* Analytical mindset with attention to detail and commitment to delivery.
Why Work With Us?
* Impactful Work: Lead digital engineering on one of the UK's most complex and high-profile clean energy projects.
* Innovation at Scale: Drive smarter, engineering-led solutions that deliver long-term performance and value.
* Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development within an international construction specialist.
* Collaborative Culture: Work with a skilled, diverse team at the forefront of digital transformation in infrastructure.
* Competitive Package: Attractive salary and benefits, including pension and health coverage.
Interested? Apply now and let's build the great structures of tomorrow together!