Site Engineer - Sizewell C - Enabling & Earthworks - Sizewell C site Based - Leiston

BALFOUR BEATTY-4; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Site Engineer, where you'll play a pivotal role in the development of the Sizewell C nuclear power plant. This position offers the opportunity to engage in innovative infrastructure projects that support economic growth and community development. You will work on critical early civils works, ensuring safety compliance and managing complex operational challenges. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this organization values your contributions and offers benefits like flexible working and generous leave. If you are passionate about sustainable infrastructure and ready to make an impact, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Generous Leave

Pension Schemes

Qualifications

• HNC/HND/Degree in relevant discipline or site experience in utilities/construction.
• CSCS card required for site work.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute early civils works including ground improvements and drainage.
• Manage procurement and planning for major infrastructure projects.

Skills

Safety Compliance Communication

Conflict Management

Project Management Methodologies

Full UK Driving Licence

Willingness to Work Away from Home

Education

HNC/HND/Degree in Relevant Discipline

Relevant Site Experience in Utilities/Construction

CSCS Card

Job description

Site Engineer - Sizewell C - Enabling & Earthworks - Sizewell C site Based - Leiston

About the role

SZC is owned by shareholders EDF and HMG, with investments managed through NNB Holdings Company (SZC) Limited. The project involves designing, financing, constructing, commissioning, operating, maintaining, and decommissioning the Sizewell C nuclear power plant and related infrastructure in Suffolk, including activities related to hydrogen, direct air capture, and desalination. The current development phase focuses on capital raising, securing core supply chain contracts, and obtaining necessary permits and licenses.

Previously operated under EDF's Nuclear Development business, SZC is transitioning to its own organization capable of delivering a new nuclear power plant, with support from EDF's established UK nuclear capabilities.

Key stakeholders include the UK Government, regulators, EDF, investors, local communities, and partners.

What you'll be doing

The scope includes the design, planning, procurement, and execution of early civils works such as SSSI Crossing, ground improvements, dewatering, diaphragm walls, sea defense, marine bulk import facility, beach landing facility, construction drainage outfall, and bulk Earthworks.

Who we're looking for

Knowledge & Skills

• Ability to clearly communicate safety requirements and ensure compliance
• Skill in managing conflicting interests and resolving complex operational and commercial issues
• Knowledge of Project Management methodologies
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Willingness to work away from home

Qualifications & Experience

• HNC/HND/Degree in relevant discipline or relevant site experience in utilities/construction
• CSCS card

Why work for us

We deliver major UK infrastructure projects, supporting economic growth and community development, with benefits like flexible working, generous leave, pension schemes, and more.

About us

Balfour Beatty’s Major Projects business is behind iconic projects like HS2 and Hinkley Point C, using innovative technology to deliver sustainable infrastructure safely and successfully.

Diversity and inclusion

We value diversity and inclusion, actively promoting an inclusive culture. We are members of various organizations supporting minority groups and committed to fair employment practices, including for disabled persons and military personnel.

For more information, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

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