Site Operations Utilities Multi Systems -Assistant Project Manager (Utilities/Water/Foul/Power/IT)

EDF UK; Leiston; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK energy company is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for Site Operations Utilities to join the Sizewell C project in Leiston. This role involves managing utility operations, overseeing critical services for a large workforce, and ensuring compliance in a high-security environment. Candidates should possess proven leadership skills, experience in regulated settings, and strong contract management capabilities. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits including bonuses and holidays, and the opportunity to be part of a transformative infrastructure project aligned with the UK's net-zero goals.

Benefits

Contributory pension

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in a utilities, construction or regulated project environment.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Manage utility O&M contracts and oversee critical site support services.
• Lead contractor teams ensuring compliance with all regulations.
• Monitor safety, KPIs, SLAs, budgets, and manage stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Education

HND in Engineering or Technical Discipline

Tools

Microsoft Project

AutoCAD

Job description

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Company Description

Job Description

Sizewell C. The power of good for Britain.

Site Operations Utilities Multi Systems Assistant Project Manager (Utilities/Water/Foul/Power IT)

Location: Sizewell C, Leiston, Suffolk (5 days a week onsite).

Contract: Permanent, full-time.

Salary: Competitive depending on experience plus benefits.

Benefits:

5% CIP bonus

28 days holiday, plus bank holidays

Contributory pension of up to 7.5% employee/ up to 15% employer

Ongoing professional development

Other lifestyle benefits

Closing date: Friday 1 August 2025.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Site Operations Utilities Multi-Systems Lead - Assistant Project Manager to join our Site Operations team. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to one of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects, supporting the safe and efficient delivery of critical utility services across a complex, high-security construction environment.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the Site Operations Service Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination and management of utility operations and maintenance contracts—both temporary and permanent. You will lead contractor teams delivering essential services that support the wider Site Operations service lines and enable the successful delivery of the overall project.

Your scope will include, but is not limited to:

• Minor electrical works
• Surface and foul water treatment plants
• Potable water networks and fire hydrants
• Foul and surface water drainage systems

You will also provide technical input across all project phases—from feasibility and design to construction and operation—and offer engineering support to other service lines such as logistics, facilities management, bussing, catering, and accommodation.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage utility O&M contracts valued up to £100 million
• Oversee the provision of critical site support services for a workforce of ~10,000
• Ensure compliance with all statutory, regulatory, and site-specific controls
• Lead contractor teams and ensure competency across all roles
• Develop and implement service delivery plans aligned with project schedules
• Monitor and report on safety, KPIs, SLAs, budgets, and forecasts
• Manage stakeholder relationships across internal teams and external partners
• Support temporary design and design change processes
• Drive early intervention and issue resolution through a "one team" approach
• Provide assurance on weekly progress and lead recovery actions where needed
• Support career development and performance management of staff

Role Dimensions

• Direct accountability for multiple service delivery contracts
• Oversight of both on-site and off-site associated developments
• Active participation in the Area Management model to ensure "Best for Project" decisions
• Delegated authority for contract and package management
• Strategic planning and execution in line with the Programme Execution Plan (PEP)

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• Proven leadership in a utilities, highways, or construction service-led environment
• Experience in high-security, regulated project settings
• Strong contract and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple teams and complex scopes
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• Resilience and adaptability in a dynamic project environment
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Desirable:

• HND or equivalent in a relevant engineering or technical discipline
• Experience with utility O&M, statutory permits, and quality assurance
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Office Suite, and AutoCAD
• Budget development and financial reporting experience

Why Join Sizewell C?

Be part of a transformative project that contributes to the UK's net-zero ambitions.

Collaborate with industry leaders and government stakeholders.

Enjoy career-defining opportunities in a supportive and innovative environment.

Competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a chance to leave a lasting legacy.

You'll work in a dynamic, collaborative environment with a team that shares your commitment to safety, innovation, and excellence.

Apply Now! If you're ready to make an impact, work with purpose, and join one of the most ambitious infrastructure projects in the UK, we want to hear from you.

Let's build a cleaner, greener future together.

Qualifications

Additional Information

Join the team at Sizewell C. The power of good for Britain.

It's not every day you get the opportunity to shape the working culture of what will be one of Europe's largest construction projects, while also helping Britain to reach its target of Net Zero emissions by 2050. That's one of the reasons Sizewell C will be unlike anything you've ever experienced before, and you'll need to be an exceptional professional to reach the high standards this critical infrastructure project demands.

The UK is experiencing a nuclear renaissance and Sizewell C - along with its sister project at Hinkley Point C in Somerset - is powering the change. We're ramping up at pace as we look ahead to the Financial Investment Decision in early 2025, and the start of construction soon after. With government fully on board and public opinion shifting significantly in favour of nuclear, there's never been a better time to join our project.

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