Senior Manager (Civil and Structural) - Infrastructure

Rolls-Royce plc; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 71,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Benefits allowance

Pension plan

Holidays

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Job summary

Rolls-Royce SMR in the UK seeks a Senior Manager (Civil & Structural) for Infrastructure, operating with hybrid flexibility across Derby, Warrington and Manchester. You will lead civil infrastructure design and governance across site development programmes.

You’ll manage multidisciplinary teams, drive safety and professional development, and ensure delivery of infrastructure work packages to time, cost and quality objectives.

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer status (or equivalent) with engineering degree.
• Experience leading large multidisciplinary teams and delivering complex infrastructure packages.
• Extensive civil infrastructure design expertise with governance and design assurance.
• Experience integrating infrastructure solutions into complex industrial or large‑scale projects.
• Ability to build trusted relationships with stakeholders and teams.

Responsibilities

• Providing technical leadership and governance for civil infrastructure systems across site development programmes.
• Leading multidisciplinary teams and fostering safety, wellbeing, collaboration and growth.
• Managing delivery of infrastructure work packages to programme, cost, quality and safety objectives.
• Driving resolution of complex engineering challenges and ensuring effective integration between infrastructure and plant design teams.

Skills

Chartered Engineer

Engineering leadership

Civil infrastructure design

Stakeholder management

Health & safety

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Senior Manager (Civil & Structural) – Infrastructure

Location: Hybrid working with one of the following primary locations: Derby, Warrington or Manchester.

Our mission is to deliver clean, affordable energy for all. Our Small Modular Reactor (SMR) provides a British solution to a global energy challenge. We are uniquely positioned to become a global leader in SMR technology and the UK's premier green energy export, helping shape a secure and sustainable energy future.

Team & Delivery

The Civil and Structural -Infrastructure team sits at the heart of our programme delivery capability, providing the infrastructure, engineering leadership and technical integration that support the development of our pioneering SMR power stations. Working across multiple programmes and disciplines, the team combines technical excellence, innovation and collaboration to create safe, efficient and future‑ready solutions.

Responsibilities

• Providing technical leadership and governance for all civil infrastructure systems across site development programmes, including roads and networks, drainage, culverts, bridges, retaining walls and coastal structures.
• Leading multidisciplinary teams, developing engineering capability and creating an environment where safety, wellbeing, collaboration and professional growth are prioritised.
• Managing the delivery of infrastructure work packages to agreed programme, cost, quality and safety objectives whilst maintaining technical excellence throughout the project lifecycle.
• Driving the resolution of complex engineering challenges and ensuring effective integration between infrastructure systems, plant design teams and wider programme stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing infrastructure design strategies that support site development and deployment objectives.
• Managing internal engineering teams, external design partners, consultancies and supply chain organisations to achieve programme outcomes.
• Establishing and monitoring technical, programme and performance metrics to ensure successful project delivery.
• Leading design reviews, technical assessments and governance activities in line with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Supporting the development and continual improvement of engineering processes, methodologies and ways of working across the civil and structural function.
• Ensuring conventional health, safety and environmental considerations are embedded throughout infrastructure design activities.
• Building effective relationships across engineering disciplines and with external stakeholders to support successful project integration.
• Coaching and mentoring engineers at all levels, supporting professional development and progression towards chartership and technical leadership positions.
• Supporting wider departmental objectives and contributing to the growth and maturity of the Civil & Structural Engineering function.

Required Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer status (or equivalent) supported by a relevant engineering degree qualification, or equivalent demonstrable industry experience.
• Experience leading large multidisciplinary engineering teams and delivering complex infrastructure packages across nuclear, energy, transportation or major infrastructure programmes.
• Extensive civil infrastructure design expertise, including practical application of engineering standards, governance processes and design assurance activities.
• Demonstrable experience integrating infrastructure solutions into complex industrial, power generation or large‑scale development projects.
• The ability to build trusted relationships with stakeholders, suppliers and delivery partners whilst leading, coaching and developing diverse engineering teams.
• A strong commitment to health, safety, wellbeing and continuous improvement within a high‑performing engineering environment.

Location

We offer flexible and hybrid working arrangements and welcome applications from across the UK. Travel to Rolls‑Royce SMR offices, partner organisations and programme locations will be required on a regular basis.

What’s in it for me?

• We anticipate paying a salary of between £71,000-93,200
• Bonus - Performance related target opportunity 17%
• Benefits Allowance – £5,000 per annum, enabling you to create a bespoke package
• Pension - 12% employer and 6% employee contributions.
• Holidays - 28 days holiday (+ public holidays) and the ability to buy or sell up to 4 days.
• Private Medical Insurance - BUPA single cover health care
• Life Assurance - 6x pensionable pay £250 - One-off payment for new starters for home office purchases

Pay Range: £71,000.00 - £93,187.50

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Inclusion is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive and continually improving recruitment practices that ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you. Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector‑jump, please get in touch – we welcome applications from people with transferable skills.

Why Join Us?

• A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment.
• Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business.
• A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning.

Applicant Screening Requirements

• Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance.
• A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
• A financial probity check.

Additional Information

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