Project Manager- Marine and Tunnelling - Leiston, IP16

ZipRecruiter; Leiston; On-site; GBP 78,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Project Manager for Marine and Tunnelling to manage civil engineering works for a major infrastructure project. The role involves overseeing marine and tunnelling civil works, ensuring project quality and safety, and leading multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering and experience in managing large-scale projects. This full-time position offers competitive salary, bonuses, and additional benefits.

Benefits

28 days annual leave, increasing to 30 after 5 years

Up to 5% annual bonus

Flexible working options

Defined contribution pension scheme (up to 7.5% employee, 15% employer)

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Degree and/or Chartered in Civil or Structural Engineering or Construction Management.
• Experience managing large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong leadership, communication, and safety management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage marine and tunnelling civil works.
• Ensure quality, safety, and timely delivery of projects.
• Coordinate with design and procurement teams.
• Manage contracts and interfaces.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety Management

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Chartered status

Construction Management

Job description

Job Description

Project Manager - Marine and Tunnelling - Leiston, IP16, UK

Sizewell C is a major infrastructure project contributing to Britain's sustainable energy future. We are seeking a Project Manager - Marine and Tunnelling to lead civil engineering works, including offshore shafts, head structures, and tunnels for the nuclear plant cooling systems.

Position Details:

• Type: Full-time, permanent
• Location: London (minimum 3 days/week in office or Avonmouth, with travel to Suffolk); site-based in Ipswich from 2026
• Salary: From £78,949, plus bonus and benefits

Benefits include:

• 28 days annual leave, increasing to 30 after 5 years
• Up to 5% annual bonus
• Flexible working options
• Defined contribution pension scheme (up to 7.5% employee, 15% employer)
• Additional flexible benefits
• Employee Assistance Programme

Application deadline: Thursday 29th May

Why Join Sizewell C?

Be part of a team delivering a new nuclear power plant, shaping the UK's energy infrastructure. Work with cutting-edge technology and lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality results.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage marine and tunnelling civil works
• Ensure quality, safety, and timely delivery of projects
• Coordinate with design and procurement teams
• Manage contracts and interfaces

Qualifications & Skills:

• Degree and/or Chartered in Civil or Structural Engineering, or Construction Management
• Experience managing large-scale infrastructure projects
• Strong leadership, communication, and safety management skills

If you are passionate about project management and sustainable energy, apply now to join Sizewell C and contribute to a transformative project.