Engineering Manager in Leiston

Help Shape the UK’s Energy Future

Engineering Manager Opportunity with the Civil Works Alliance (CWA), Supporting Sizewell C

As part of the CWA (Civil Works Alliance), you will support the building of Sizewell C. Sizewell C will be a 3.2-gigawatt power station generating low-carbon electricity for around 6 million homes and will play a key role in our energy future, supplying reliable, clean electricity for at least 60 years. This role will be within the Enabling and Earthwork Section.

What will you do?

As Engineering Manager, you will lead and coordinate construction engineering activities across major work packages, ensuring engineering solutions support safe, high-quality and programme-driven delivery.

You'll work closely with pre-construction teams, client representatives, technical specialists and supply chain partners to:

Lead engineering delivery across methods, temporary works, permanent works, quality, materials, survey and digital engineering.

Drive a "Right First Time" culture focused on safety, quality and programme performance.

Manage technical interfaces and develop practical engineering solutions for complex site challenges.

Oversee temporary works, setting out, surveying, quality management and materials assurance.

Lead engineering teams and establish the resources, capability and processes needed for successful project delivery.

Embed digital engineering and BIM technologies to improve construction delivery.

Ensure compliance within a highly regulated nuclear construction environment.

What are we looking for?

Essential Criteria

Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Strong civil engineering and construction experience, including delivery of major infrastructure or complex civil engineering projects

Experience managing Temporary Works and HSQE requirements

Good understanding of earthworks, including geology, materials and construction methods

Ability to interpret detailed design drawings, technical specifications and quality requirements

Demonstrable project management skills, including planning and scope management

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Digital engineering capability, including experience using BIM tools and processes

Problem-solving mindset with the ability to develop practical engineering solutions

CSCS Card holder

Desirable Experience

Chartered Engineer status (or working towards chartership)

SMSTS or equivalent

Temporary Works Management training

Experience on large-scale infrastructure projects

Knowledge of marine structures, deep foundations or construction surveying

Experience managing groundwater and surface water within earthworks projects.

What we will offer you?

The CWA is a single delivery organisation made of up of the client (Sizewell C) and three parent companies - Balfour Beatty, Bouygues and Laing O'Rourke - which offer industry leading packages including market leading salaries, generous annual leave entitlements, pension scheme and other flexible benefits.

About Us

The CWA celebrates the creativity and innovation that comes from a diverse workforce, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds — especially those from under‑represented communities. Our project is built on five core values: Humility, Positivity, Respect, Solidarity, and Clarity.

By joining us, you’ll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work, speak up, and share your ideas. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of , , , , , reassignment, or belief, marital status, or and maternity.

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