Construction Delivery Lead

Assystem GmbH; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Assystem as a key leader in the Hinkley Point C project, delivering innovative engineering solutions in nuclear infrastructure. You will manage construction activities, lead cross-functional teams, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of sustainable energy in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience delivering complex infrastructure or nuclear programmes.
• Experience with Principal Contractor roles and CDM Regulations.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction activities in assigned areas.
• Coordinate safety, logistics, planning, and performance on-site.
• Conduct site safety and assurance inspections.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Project management

Education

Degree in Engineering, Construction, or related discipline

NEBOSH, IOSH, or SMSTS certification

Job description

At Assystem, our mission is to accelerate the energy transition worldwide. With more than 55 years of experience in regulated sectors, our 7,500 Switchers deliver high-impact engineering and project management services. In the UK, we are powering the future of energy through innovation, digital expertise, and robust partnerships. Join us and become part of one of the top three nuclear engineering companies in the world.

Why Join the Community of Switchers?

As part of Assystem, you’ll join a collaborative, global force in nuclear engineering. We support some of the most exciting low-carbon infrastructure projects, including Hinkley Point C. Your future team will be shaping the future of sustainable energy with world-class engineering excellence and mission-driven delivery.

Job Description

The Job Mission

This is a key leadership role in the heart of the Hinkley Point C project.
You’ll join a site-based delivery team integrated into the Site Construction Directorate.
This role ensures aligned construction delivery across nuclear island units.

️ Lead construction activities in assigned areas (e.g. HR/HK, HL, HQ, etc.)
️ Represent construction as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team, reporting to a Senior PM
️ Coordinate safety, logistics, planning, and performance across active site zones
️ Ensure alignment with regulatory and procedural requirements for a Principal Contractor
️ Line manage Construction Delivery Managers, supporting growth and competency
️ Conduct site safety and assurance inspections using HPC safety frameworks
️ Chair and participate in PLOWs and weekly planning meetings
️ Support recovery and integration planning across construction interfaces

My profile

Essential Skills
Significant experience delivering complex infrastructure or nuclear programmes
Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts and large-scale delivery models
Ability to lead cross-functional teams in high-pressure environments
Experience with Principal Contractor roles and CDM Regulations
NEBOSH, IOSH, or SMSTS certified
Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Construction, or related discipline
Skilled in stakeholder engagement, reporting, and team leadership
Eligible to work in the UK and meet security clearance requirements

Desired Skills
️ Background in major UK infrastructure programmes (e.g. HPC, Sellafield)
️ Understanding of nuclear-specific safety and quality frameworks
️ Knowledge of HPC delivery methodologies (INSIGHT, PLOWs, etc.)
️ Ability to influence construction sequencing and recovery plans
️ Working knowledge of multi-contract integration in a Tier 1 environment

Ready to power the UK’s nuclear future?

Join a project team at the forefront of sustainable energy transformation. At Assystem, you’ll deliver innovative engineering missions alongside experts in one of Europe’s most ambitious nuclear programmes. Help us build a better tomorrow—apply now and lead the change!

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.

Are you a prospective or recent graduate?

Assystem offers you the opportunity to join our Switch to Grow UK Graduate Scheme, where you’ll gain hands on experience in engineering, digital services, and project management by working on some of the world’s most critical energy projects.

Be part of the challenge of the century; accelerating the switch to low carbon energy!