Senior Package Manager

Laing O'Rourke; England; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Laing O'Rourke and the Civil Works Alliance (CWA) are recruiting a Senior Package Manager to lead Secondary Steel Work across Sizewell C, coordinating design, fabrication and construction for on-site delivery. The role requires strong experience with off-site fabrication and Tier 1 partner management to ensure right-first-time manufacturing and scheduling alignment.

You'll oversee manufacturing readiness, approve drawings and docs, and drive safe, compliant execution in a high-stakes nuclear

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Extensive experience in off-site fabrication of complex secondary steel.
• Strong understanding of nuclear infrastructure quality standards.
• Proven track record managing Tier 1 suppliers.
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings.
• Experience with configuration control and governance.
• Commercial awareness incl. procurement (NEC desirable).
• Demonstrated ownership and clear communication.
• Experience delivering large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Commitment to health, safety and collaborative working.

Responsibilities

• Lead coordination across design, manufacturing and construction.
• Manage full SSW package suite across Tier 1 supply and install.
• Oversee design development through fabrication drawings.
• Ensure components meet SZC specs, EDRs, IDSs and nuclear standards.
• Drive communication with Tier 1 partners to maintain programme alignment.
• Lead technical coordination to avoid rework.
• Manage RFIs, NCRs, and FCRs with strict config control.
• Review manufacturing drawings and technical documentation.
• Support development of manufacturing/installation docs.

Skills

Off-site fabrication

Nuclear industry

Tier 1 supplier mgmt

Engineering drawings

Configuration control

Procurement & NEC

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership / mentoring

Project delivery

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

Job description

Senior Package Manager – Secondary Steel Work (SSW)

Location: Sizewell C Project, Suffolk Coast

Laing O'Rourke and the Civil Works Alliance (CWA) are recruiting a Senior Package Manager (SPM) to lead the delivery of Secondary Steel Work (SSW) across one of the UK's most ambitious infrastructure programmes. This is a critical leadership role overseeing the Tier 1 supply and installation partner responsible for off‑site fabrication and on‑site delivery across the Nuclear Island, CIBOP and Heat Sink at Sizewell C.

The successful candidate will play a defining role in ensuring right‑first‑time manufacturing, seamless integration between design, fabrication and construction, and the timely delivery of high‑quality components aligned to the main civil works programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary interface with Engineering & Technical teams, leading coordination across design, manufacturing and construction
• Manage the full SSW package suite across Tier 1 supply and install packages
• Oversee design development through to fabrication drawings and manufacturing readiness
• Ensure all components are designed, manufactured, inspected, documented and delivered in line with SZC specifications, EDRs, IDSs and nuclear safety standards
• Drive effective communication with Tier 1 partners and internal CWA teams to maintain programme alignment
• Lead technical coordination across disciplines to avoid rework and late design changes
• Manage and control RFI's, NCR's and FCR's, maintaining strict configuration control
• Review and approve manufacturing drawings, specifications, and technical documentation
• Ensure compliance with nuclear‑grade quality processes, including welding, NDT and material traceability
• Support development of manufacturing and installation documentation (method statements, ITPs, risk assessments)
• Identify risks and opportunities throughout the manufacturing lifecycle and implement mitigation strategies
• Align factory output with site installation demand, maximising early installation and modularisation opportunities
• Lead stakeholder engagement across building teams and wider project areas to optimise delivery schedules
• Support and mentor junior engineers, fostering a high‑performance team culture

What Skills and Experience We Are Looking For

• Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering (or equivalent)
• Extensive experience in off‑site fabrication of complex secondary steel
• Strong understanding of nuclear infrastructure and associated quality and compliance standards
• Proven track record managing Tier 1 suppliers and manufacturing performance
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and interface data
• Experience within regulated environments with configuration control and technical governance
• Strong commercial awareness, including procurement and contract management (NEC desirable)
• Demonstrated ownership, problem‑solving capability and clear communication style
• Experience delivering large‑scale infrastructure or construction projects
• Commitment to health, safety and collaborative working practices

Desirable

• Experience on Hinkley Point C or similar nuclear new build projects
• Knowledge of high‑volume manufacturing techniques and digital reporting
• Experience setting KPIs and managing supplier performance frameworks

Why SZC

This is your chance to contribute to one of the UK's most ambitious infrastructure projects, shaping the future of energy while working in a supportive, dynamic environment. Be part of a team that values innovation, safety, and sustainability at every stage of the journey—from investment to construction and beyond.

As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we would like to enable access to candidates with long term health conditions and disabilities through the ‘Offer an interview scheme'. This supports applicants that meet the essential criteria by offering an interview for the advertised position. Please let us know prior to interview what adjustments are required as well as discussing how we can support you in the workplace.

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