Do you have experience managing large-scale civil engineering projects within a highly regulated environment (nuclear, energy, or similar)?
Can you demonstrate a strong understanding of nuclear safety culture and compliance with ONR or equivalent regulatory standards?
The Opportunity
Our client is delivering a £2.9 billion nuclear construction programme, supporting the safe decommissioning and future operations of a nationally significant site. This is a rare opportunity to join a world-class team working in a highly regulated environment, where your leadership will directly impact the success of a project that truly matters.
Key benefits: Up to £85,000, company car (or allowance), long-term career progression, exposure to cutting-edge nuclear safety standards, and the chance to work on a project that shapes the UK’s energy future.
Your duties and responsibilities will be:
* Lead and manage day-to-day construction activities on-site, ensuring delivery against programme, budget, and quality targets.
* Embed nuclear safety culture and ensure compliance with client standards and ONR regulations.
* Manage site teams and subcontractors, fostering collaboration and high performance.
* Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
* Ensure all works meet specifications and nuclear quality documentation requirements.
* Champion health, safety, and environmental compliance under CDM and nuclear site licence conditions.
* Liaise with client representatives, regulators, and internal teams to resolve technical challenges.
* Provide accurate progress reports and forecasts to senior management.
You will have the following qualifications & experience:
* Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
* Proven experience delivering major infrastructure projects in regulated environments (nuclear preferred).
* Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and UK nuclear safety regulations.
* CSCS, SMSTS, and relevant nuclear safety training (e.g., Nuclear Safety Passport).
* Ability to obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance.
It’s great if you also have the following:
* Experience in reinforced concrete structures and heavy civil works.
* Previous involvement in nuclear or high-hazard projects.
* Familiarity with digital construction tools and BIM.
The setting for the role:
You will work on-site within a highly secure and regulated environment, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver one of the UK’s most significant nuclear infrastructure projects.