Configuration Lead (NI)

Sizewell C; Greater London; On-site; GBP 67,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave 28 days + bank holidays

5% annual bonus

Defined Contribution Pension up to 7.5

Job summary

Sizewell C is seeking a Configuration Lead to oversee and implement Configuration Management within the Nuclear Island delivery programme. Based in London or Bristol with a 3-day-a-week hybrid pattern, the role focuses on baselines, documentation of items, and change control.

You will deliver training, conduct audits, and support reviews to ensure compliance, while aligning tools and processes with project needs.

Qualifications

• Evidence of CM methodology training (e.g., EIA 649, CM2/CMII).
• Understanding and ability to apply CM standards (ISO 10007, EIA 649, CM2, Def Stan 05 57, CMMI).
• Knowledge of Technical and Quality Assurance principles.
• Knowledge of Systems Engineering and System Lifecycles (ISO15288).
• Knowledge of business improvement processes (Six Sigma or similar).

Responsibilities

• Oversee and implement Configuration Management activities within the Nuclear Island delivery programme.
• Plan and maintain configuration baselines and document Configuration Items.
• Manage changes and produce clear status reports.
• Deliver training, conduct audits, and support reviews for compliance.
• Contribute to Engineering Data and Information Management aligning tools with project needs.

Skills

Configuration management

Communication skills

Team leadership

Independent working

Diplomacy

Education

CM methodology training certificates (e.g., EIA 649, CM2/CMII)

Tools

PLM tools

Job description

Sizewell C is entering an exciting phase of growth as we mature into an independent organisation and continue building one of the UK's largest and most important energy projects. We are now recruiting the below position:

Position: Configuration Lead

Location:Based in either London or Bristol, with a hybrid working pattern of 3 days per week in the office (some flexibility available)

Contract: Permanent, full-time

Salary:£66,866 - £73,000 depending on experience

Benefits include:

• Annual Leave: 28 days per annum, increasing to 30 days after 5 years of service, plus bank holidays.
• Bonus:5% annual bonus.
• Pension Contributions: Defined Contribution Pension Scheme with up to 7.5% employee contribution 15% employer contribution.

Closing date - 27th August 2026

Role Overview

You'll oversee and implement Configuration Management activities within the Nuclear Island delivery programme, improving standards and tools. Plan and maintain configuration baselines, identify and document Configuration Items, and manage changes effectively. Produce clear status reports and support change control to ensure accurate tracking and closure. Deliver training, conduct audits, and assist with reviews to validate compliance. Finally, you'll contribute to Engineering Data and Information Management, aligning tools and processes with project needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Ability to perform and manage all configuration management processes throughout the full product lifecycle within a similar environment
• Ability to use and implement configuration management tools for managing Product Data, Asset Data, Requirements, Documents, Drawings and BIM/CAD systems
• Ability to develop, coach and lead the project team (including direct reports) to successfully achieve configuration management delivery milestones
• Ability to manage Contractors and Suppliers configuration management interfaces
• General professional qualities such as accuracy, tenacity, result-oriented and teamwork-oriented attitude, and diplomacy
• Ability to work independently, be pro active, report on and elevate relevant issues
• Good communication/interpersonal skills
• Excellent written communication

About you

• Prior experience in dedicated Configuration roles
• Evidence of CM methodology training such asEIA 649 or CM2/CMII
• Understanding and ability to apply CM Standards (e.g. ISO 10007 / EIA 649 / CM2 / Def Stan 05 57 / CMMI)
• Knowledge of Technical and Quality Assurance principles
• Knowledge of Systems Engineering and System Lifecycles (ISO15288)
• Knowledge of business improvement processes (e.g. Six Sigma or similar)

Desirable

• Experience within theNuclear industry(ideally Nuclear Power Plants) or large regulated infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated use ofPLM tools (Project Lifecycle Management)

Why Join us?

Be part of one of the most important low-carbon energy projects in the UK.

Work in a mission-driven environment that values innovation, integrity, and long-term sustainability.

Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career development.

Flexible and hybrid working options.

Key Competencies

Behavioural Competences

Humility

• Recognise the value brought fromdifferent culturesand experiences
• Be open to other's points of view and ideas, be willing to debate and to compromise

Positivity

• Positively challengepoor qualityand performance
• Identifysolutions at the lowest possible level
• Encourage tier 1s and others to bringnew ideasforward

Respect

• Value the rules and environment in which we operate
• Give and receive feedback with respect
• Embrace and engage with new people and ideas

Solidarity

• One team, working closely together and helping each other
• Empowered teams always looking forward.
• Shared responsibility for delivery the project outcomes

Clarity

• Communicate clearly and consistently
• Promote collaboration and team alignment
• Clearer and faster decision making
• Drive simplification at all levels