Vacancy Overview:
Are you looking for a career which is rewarding, at the cutting edge of project development and where you can really make a difference? Come and join our expanding Sizewell C (SZC) team and work on one of the most exciting and largest megaprojects in the UK, whilst being at the forefront of the UK's climate change agenda and energy policy. Following on from the success of Hinkley Point C (HPC), the SZC Project is a nuclear new build project in Suffolk, which has obtained planning approval and Government financing support. The project has started construction and is now seeking private investment. When completed, it will provide dependable electricity to 6 million homes for 60 years, which along with renewables, will support Britain to achieve Net Zero by 2050.
Job Purpose / Overview:
The primary objective of the Desalination Senior Project Manager role at the Sizewell C project, is to lead and oversee the delivery of the desalination plant works required at Sizewell C.
This entails the project management of the Desalination Contract, strategic management and coordination of various technical and engineering processes, including technical issue resolution, safety, health, and environmental practices, design, construction and management of the operation of the desalination plant.
The role is pivotal in ensuring that utility works adhere to client specifications, project timelines, and budgets.
The Desalination Senior Project Manager plays a vital role in project management, risk mitigation, change management, and maintaining high standards of technical compliance for the Desalination Plant construction and operation hence contributing significantly to the smooth progression, success, and efficiency of the Sizewell C project.
Principal Accountabilities:
* Fulfil the role of Project Manager for the Desalination Plant including the management of change, risks and the
construction installation
of the Plant
* Schedule management and ownership across the scope, including consents, permits, commissioning, give/ gets and monthly update
* Change control and associated governance
* Control and reporting of contractor delivery
* Resolution of the Desalination Plant related issues including integration with Stakeholders and other Contractors and teams: Lead the resolution of Desalination Plant related issues.
* SHE Feedback and Issues: Encourage SHE (Safety, Health, Environment) by the Contractor and take a leading role in addressing SHE-related issues.
* Building Working Relationships: Develop strong working relationships with the Desalination Contractor and other project teams.
* Fostering Cooperation: Foster cooperation and build strong working relationships with the Desalination Contractors, the Subcontractors, Designers, Statutory bodies and other Project Stakeholders.
* Client Satisfaction: Ensure client satisfaction regarding delivery time, cost, and quality of the Desalination Plant.
* Team Leadership: Lead a team responsible for the delivery of the desalination plant, including Designers, Temporary Works, other Construction teams and Consents Managers, to ensure compliance with DCO and best practices.
* Internal Stakeholder Coordination: Ensure effective coordination with internal stakeholders.
* Technical Compliance and Handover: Ensure technical compliance with DCO, Sizewell C IMS, procedures, policies and governance.
* Ensure a successful testing, commissioning, and handover to the Desalination Plant to the Operations Team.
Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications, Experience
Knowledge & Skills:
Essential
* Understand the technical and assurance requirements and associated process for a potable drinking water Desalination system to UK regulations
* Utility project management in large-scale construction or infrastructure projects.
* Strong leadership and team management skills.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
* Good track record on the delivery of complex projects
Desirable
* Familiarity with nuclear power plant projects or similar high-compliance environments.
* Advanced negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
* Project Management experience of water systems via a Design and Build route
* Knowledge of environmental management and sustainability practices.
Qualifications & Experience:
Essential
* Proven experience (minimum 10 years) in design/management and/or coordination on large construction projects.
* Experience in managing multidisciplinary teams.
* Suitable project management accreditations and knowledge of the industry requirements and specifications.
* Prior experience in major programme/ projects
Desirable
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
* Professional certifications in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2).