Job Details

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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.