Position status:
This opportunity is for a secured role that is due to commence in March subject to approval. If you would like to be considered as we progress with this position, please click to apply.
Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.
The project:
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.
Brings strategic clarity to complex technical challenges, collaborating openly to drive effective solutions and support Britain’s net zero ambitions. As configuration lead, ensures robust configuration management across SZC programmes, embedding planning, change control, status tracking and continuous improvement to enable confident, consistent project delivery.
You’ll be responsible for:
* Implementing proportionate configuration management plans and standards across programmes.
* Maintaining configuration baselines, records, audits and status reporting.
* Managing change control processes, ensuring timely, governed decisions.
* Identifying configuration items and ensure accurate data management.
* Coordinating closely with engineering and programme teams to maintain project datasets.
* Strengthening stakeholder relationships and provide CM training.
* Mentoring CM engineers and support continuous improvement.
* Simplifying complexity to drive clear, informed decision‑making.
You’ll need to have:
* Skilled in coordinating complex technical topics and applying pragmatic configuration management procedures.
* Strong understanding of engineering principles and ability to interpret and implement technical standards.
* Effective communicator with accuracy, initiative and strong collaborative behaviours.
* Experience delivering configuration management on major infrastructure programmes; CM standards knowledge desirable.
Our values
Safety first - Going home safe and well:
We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.
Client focus - Deliver on our promise:
We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.
Integrity - Always do the right thing:
We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.
Create opportunity - For our people to excel:
We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.
Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.
We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with-in the role.
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