Our client is seeking a Pre-Construction Manager to support a major nuclear infrastructure programme at Sizewell C in Suffolk. The role will focus on construction readiness for enabling works and earthworks, coordinating project management, engineering, commercial, procurement, environmental and supply chain activities ahead of mobilisation. This is a permanent position requiring site presence four days per week and is therefore suited to individuals based in Suffolk or Norfolk.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement and maintain readiness plans for enabling and earthworks activities
- Coordinate pre-construction requirements, dependencies, constraints, milestones and readiness gates
- Lead readiness activities relating to site establishment, temporary works, construction logistics, utilities, access infrastructure, environmental mitigation and earthworks
- Coordinate design information, construction methodologies, sequencing, resources and logistics to ensure viable work fronts
- Manage readiness risks, constraints, interfaces and mitigation plans, escalating critical issues through the appropriate governance routes
- Work closely with client teams, Civil Works Alliance partners, engineering organisations, regulators, environmental specialists and the supply chain
- Provide readiness reporting, dashboards and status updates to senior management and governance forums
- Support procurement, contract mobilisation and the availability of materials, plant, labour and specialist subcontractors
Job Requirements:
- Significant experience in pre-construction, construction readiness, project management or mobilisation leadership
- Experience delivering complex infrastructure projects within the nuclear, rail, highways, energy or construction sectors
- Understanding of enabling works, earthworks, temporary works, construction logistics and infrastructure delivery
- Strong project management, programme integration, risk management and mitigation planning skills
- Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and managing complex stakeholder interfaces
- Knowledge of commercial, procurement, permitting and supply chain requirements
- Understanding of CDM Regulations, environmental consents and working within highly regulated environments
- Degree-level qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or a related discipline; professional membership of ICE, APM, CIOB or an equivalent body would be advantageous
Additional Information:
- Permanent position supporting the enabling and earthworks phase of a major nuclear infrastructure programme
- Approximately 18 months of site-based activity, with attendance required four days per week
- Applicants should be located in Suffolk or Norfolk, or within a reasonable travelling distance
- The successful applicant will be required to obtain BPSS clearance and complete a client interview
If you are an experienced Pre-Construction Manager with strong project management skills and relevant infrastructure experience, apply now to support the successful delivery of this major programme.
