Site Delivery Lead (Civils) - Construction Director Level

Sizewell C; Leiston; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A significant low-carbon energy project in the UK is seeking a seasoned Site Delivery Lead - Civils to oversee the delivery of major infrastructure works. This pivotal role involves leading teams in a client-side capacity, ensuring safety and efficiency in a high-impact environment. Candidates should have extensive experience in heavy civils and a proven track record in project management. A background in civil engineering with relevant qualifications is essential. Join us to help power millions of homes for generations.

Qualifications

• Deep experience in heavy civils, major infrastructure, or tunnelling.
• Proven delivery in a Tier 1 contractor or client-side role.
• Hands-on experience with reinforced concrete and large-scale earthworks.
• Ability to lead NEC/FIDIC contract delivery.
• Experience in regulated or high-hazard environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to successfully deliver civils packages.
• Oversee Principal Contractor duties and manage alliances.
• Drive delivery performance against safety, schedule, budget, and scope.
• Own programme execution strategy aligned with delivery roadmap.
• Resolve risks and resource challenges for successful outcomes.

Skills

Heavy civils

Project management

Communication skills

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Fellow (ICE, IStructE, CIOB)

Tools

Risk management tools

Scheduling software

Job description

We're looking for a seasoned Site Delivery Lead - Civils to join the Sizewell C project, supporting the delivery of one of Europe's largest low‑carbon energy developments. This is a high‑impact role, responsible for leading a major section of the site delivery footprint, encompassing heavy civils, concrete structures, marine works and complex infrastructure packages. Working client‑side within the Principal Contractor framework, you'll provide leadership across capital works and civils delivery, ensuring safe, efficient progress on a scale rarely seen in the UK construction landscape. This includes overseeing a portfolio of works across major civils, enabling works, networks, and large‑scale buildings as part of a coordinated programme approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of senior managers responsible for the successful delivery of civils packages on site
• Oversee Principal Contractor duties in line with CDM regulations and SZC's safety culture
• Manage cross‑programme and alliance interfaces – including MEH and Civils alliances
• Drive delivery performance against key metrics – safety, schedule, budget, and scope
• Ensure integration of all site‑based activities and interface management with key delivery functions
• Own the programme execution strategy for your area, working in alignment with the overall infrastructure delivery roadmap
• Influence and lead matrix teams including quality, safety, and technical assurance functions
• Escalate and resolve risks, resource challenges and delivery blockers, This is a pivotal role in the success of Sizewell C. You'll be joining the project at a critical stage, with the opportunity to grow alongside it. As a Site Delivery Leader, you will guide and inspire teams to deliver excellence, innovation, and safety on one of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects.

Be part of a team that values collaboration and continuous improvement, and help deliver a project that will power millions of homes for generations.

Qualifications

• Deep experience in heavy civils, major infrastructure, marine civils, or tunnelling, construction ideally on mega projects
• Proven delivery in a Tier 1 contractor environment or in a client‑side programme leadership role
• Hands‑on experience with reinforced concrete structures, high‑integrity formwork, deep foundations, or large‑scale earthworks
• Strong track record in managing multi‑disciplinary teams through all phases of the project lifecycle
• Ability to lead NEC/FIDIC contract delivery and manage complex commercial interfaces
• Experience working in regulated or high‑hazard environments, ideally nuclear or comparable
• Professional qualification in Civil or Structural Engineering (CEng / Fellow preferred)
• A collaborative, solution‑driven mindset with a focus on delivery and continuous improvement
• Proficiency in estimating, scheduling, programming, and risk tools
• Experience managing contractors, consultants, and advisors on large, regulated projects
• Excellent communication, influencing, and facilitation skills
• Detailed understanding of EPR design and nuclear quality assurance
• Knowledge of APM Body of Knowledge and Prince2 project management principles, Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering / Construction Management (or equivalent)
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Fellow (ICE, IStructE, CIOB) preferred
• Demonstrated experience managing projects through full lifecycle from concept to handover