Senior Project Planner - Main Civils Location: London/Ipswich with Hybrid Working (3 days in the office, 2 days from home) Join the exciting journey of one of the UK's largest nuclear projects at Sizewell C! The Civil Works Alliance is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Senior Project Planner to assist with the delivery of the Sizewell C Project. The SZC client have appointed the CWA which includes three delivery contractors (Laing O'Rourke, Bouygues and Balfour Beatty) to undertake the civils work scope of Enabling Earthworks, Main Civil Works and Marine and Tunnelling. The Senior Planning Engineer within Main Civils will work closely with the Senior Planning Manager for the Nuclear Island and the wider MCW team. This role takes the lead in developing, managing, coordinating, and monitoring the project programme for a selection of building structures within the Nuclear Island of the proposed power plant, ensuring alignment with Main Civils' overall objectives and deliverables. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain detailed, short-term, and overall project programmes for the Nuclear Island, ensuring alignment with Project Requirements. Collaborate with stakeholders to establish the optimal construction sequence and methodology for efficient delivery. Monitor project performance, advising on impacts and recommending improvements while defining resource needs. Coordinate with supply chain, engineering, design, commercial, and construction teams to manage time-related matters and ensure programme adherence. Liaise with site teams and supply chain to track progress, resolve issues, and report on labour and resource efficiency. What skills & experience are we looking for? Essential: Proficient in Primavera P6 planning software. Degree or industry-recognised qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field. Experience developing and managing construction programmes in a civil engineering environment, preferably on large-scale infrastructure projects. Some experience with planning reinforced concrete works. Desirable: Membership of CIOB or MICE. Experience with 4D/Synchro modelling. Why SZC? This is your chance to contribute to one of the UK's most ambitious infrastructure projects, shaping the future of energy while working in a supportive, dynamic environment. Be part of a team that values innovation, safety, and sustainability at every stage of the journey-from investment to construction and beyond. About Laing O'Rourke We are an international engineering and construction company delivering state-of-the-art infrastructure and buildings projects for clients in the UK, Middle East and Australia. Certainty, reliability, quality - this is what our clients want. And at Laing O'Rourke, we have more than 150 years of experience delivering it. Laing O'Rourke's story is one of energy, passion, ambition, people and teamwork. We harness the power of our experience, stretching back over a century and a half to deliver certainty for our clients. As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we would like to enable access to candidates with long term health conditions and disabilities through the 'Offer an interview scheme'. This supports applicants that meet the essential criteria by offering an interview for the advertised position. Please let us know prior to interview what adjustments are required as well as discussing how we can support you in the workplace. We want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you need the application form in an alternative format or you would like to know more about our recruitment process, please email
Sep 27, 2025
Full time
Senior Project Planner - Main Civils Location: London/Ipswich with Hybrid Working (3 days in the office, 2 days from home) Join the exciting journey of one of the UK's largest nuclear projects at Sizewell C! The Civil Works Alliance is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Senior Project Planner to assist with the delivery of the Sizewell C Project. The SZC client have appointed the CWA which includes three delivery contractors (Laing O'Rourke, Bouygues and Balfour Beatty) to undertake the civils work scope of Enabling Earthworks, Main Civil Works and Marine and Tunnelling. The Senior Planning Engineer within Main Civils will work closely with the Senior Planning Manager for the Nuclear Island and the wider MCW team. This role takes the lead in developing, managing, coordinating, and monitoring the project programme for a selection of building structures within the Nuclear Island of the proposed power plant, ensuring alignment with Main Civils' overall objectives and deliverables. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain detailed, short-term, and overall project programmes for the Nuclear Island, ensuring alignment with Project Requirements. Collaborate with stakeholders to establish the optimal construction sequence and methodology for efficient delivery. Monitor project performance, advising on impacts and recommending improvements while defining resource needs. Coordinate with supply chain, engineering, design, commercial, and construction teams to manage time-related matters and ensure programme adherence. Liaise with site teams and supply chain to track progress, resolve issues, and report on labour and resource efficiency. What skills & experience are we looking for? Essential: Proficient in Primavera P6 planning software. Degree or industry-recognised qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field. Experience developing and managing construction programmes in a civil engineering environment, preferably on large-scale infrastructure projects. Some experience with planning reinforced concrete works. Desirable: Membership of CIOB or MICE. Experience with 4D/Synchro modelling. Why SZC? This is your chance to contribute to one of the UK's most ambitious infrastructure projects, shaping the future of energy while working in a supportive, dynamic environment. Be part of a team that values innovation, safety, and sustainability at every stage of the journey-from investment to construction and beyond. About Laing O'Rourke We are an international engineering and construction company delivering state-of-the-art infrastructure and buildings projects for clients in the UK, Middle East and Australia. Certainty, reliability, quality - this is what our clients want. And at Laing O'Rourke, we have more than 150 years of experience delivering it. Laing O'Rourke's story is one of energy, passion, ambition, people and teamwork. We harness the power of our experience, stretching back over a century and a half to deliver certainty for our clients. As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we would like to enable access to candidates with long term health conditions and disabilities through the 'Offer an interview scheme'. This supports applicants that meet the essential criteria by offering an interview for the advertised position. Please let us know prior to interview what adjustments are required as well as discussing how we can support you in the workplace. We want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you need the application form in an alternative format or you would like to know more about our recruitment process, please email
Overview Are you an MEP Commercial Manager looking for your next challenge? Ready to take the lead on one of the UK's most ambitious healthcare projects? If you have experience delivering healthcare, data centres or large projects in the commercial sector then Crown House Technologies is the place for you! We are seeking a skilled and passionate Commercial Manager to join our Brighton 3T's Healthcare Redevelopment Programme, a new 13-storey teaching, trauma, and tertiary care hospital with a rooftop helideck, occupying the southeast quarter of the existing hospital site. If you join us you'll be a valued member of an industry leading team which can offer you an exciting and varied career with access to some truly great projects. We are committed to extensive training, development, and long-term career opportunities and as such this role is suitable for someone who is seeking long-term career progression. About the Role As MEP Commercial Manager, you will be responsible for managing all commercial aspects of a section of this large project, including: Leading specialist subcontractors and liaising with clients and project teams. Providing commercial, contractual, and financial management to meet project and business profit objectives. Planning, monitoring, and supporting operations, promoting best practice across the team. Managing commercial activities during pre-construction and construction to ensure project and business success. Preparing and managing monthly contract review reports, weekly Business Plan Review (BPR) information, and management accounts. Monitoring monthly costs and advising project management on contractual implications and commercial risks. Establishing the project "budget to build" from contract award, implementing change control, and ensuring contracts are properly executed before project commencement. Skills & Experience MEP experience and proven experience leading commercial teams on large or multiple medium projects. Experience in healthcare, science & research, data centres, or defence. Degree-qualified in a relevant discipline (Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management). About us CHT is one of the UK's most advanced, and innovative, engineering and business services specialists. Part of the Laing O'Rourke Group, and founded on more than 200 years of experience, we are a leading construction and infrastructure technology services provider, supplying a complete Building Services package with communications, ICT, intelligent building, monitoring, BMS and the UK's largest mechanical, electrical & public health manufacturing facility - a 129,000 sq. ft factory - offering Off-site manufacturing and assembly for our digitally engineered modular MEICA packages. As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we would like to enable access to candidates with long term health conditions and disabilities through the 'Offer an interview scheme'. This supports applicants that meet the essential criteria by offering an interview for the advertised position. Please let us know prior to interview what adjustments are required as well as discussing how we can support you in the workplace. We want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you need the application form in an alternative format or you would like to know more about our recruitment process, please email
Sep 25, 2025
Full time
Overview Are you an MEP Commercial Manager looking for your next challenge? Ready to take the lead on one of the UK's most ambitious healthcare projects? If you have experience delivering healthcare, data centres or large projects in the commercial sector then Crown House Technologies is the place for you! We are seeking a skilled and passionate Commercial Manager to join our Brighton 3T's Healthcare Redevelopment Programme, a new 13-storey teaching, trauma, and tertiary care hospital with a rooftop helideck, occupying the southeast quarter of the existing hospital site. If you join us you'll be a valued member of an industry leading team which can offer you an exciting and varied career with access to some truly great projects. We are committed to extensive training, development, and long-term career opportunities and as such this role is suitable for someone who is seeking long-term career progression. About the Role As MEP Commercial Manager, you will be responsible for managing all commercial aspects of a section of this large project, including: Leading specialist subcontractors and liaising with clients and project teams. Providing commercial, contractual, and financial management to meet project and business profit objectives. Planning, monitoring, and supporting operations, promoting best practice across the team. Managing commercial activities during pre-construction and construction to ensure project and business success. Preparing and managing monthly contract review reports, weekly Business Plan Review (BPR) information, and management accounts. Monitoring monthly costs and advising project management on contractual implications and commercial risks. Establishing the project "budget to build" from contract award, implementing change control, and ensuring contracts are properly executed before project commencement. Skills & Experience MEP experience and proven experience leading commercial teams on large or multiple medium projects. Experience in healthcare, science & research, data centres, or defence. Degree-qualified in a relevant discipline (Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management). About us CHT is one of the UK's most advanced, and innovative, engineering and business services specialists. Part of the Laing O'Rourke Group, and founded on more than 200 years of experience, we are a leading construction and infrastructure technology services provider, supplying a complete Building Services package with communications, ICT, intelligent building, monitoring, BMS and the UK's largest mechanical, electrical & public health manufacturing facility - a 129,000 sq. ft factory - offering Off-site manufacturing and assembly for our digitally engineered modular MEICA packages. As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we would like to enable access to candidates with long term health conditions and disabilities through the 'Offer an interview scheme'. This supports applicants that meet the essential criteria by offering an interview for the advertised position. Please let us know prior to interview what adjustments are required as well as discussing how we can support you in the workplace. We want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you need the application form in an alternative format or you would like to know more about our recruitment process, please email
Overview Are you an MEP Commercial Manager looking for your next challenge? Ready to take the lead on one of the UK's most ambitious healthcare projects? If you have experience delivering healthcare, data centres or large projects in the commercial sector then Crown House Technologies is the place for you! We are seeking a skilled and passionate Commercial Manager to join our Brighton 3T's Healthcare Redevelopment Programme, a new 13-storey teaching, trauma, and tertiary care hospital with a rooftop helideck, occupying the southeast quarter of the existing hospital site. If you join us you'll be a valued member of an industry leading team which can offer you an exciting and varied career with access to some truly great projects. We are committed to extensive training, development, and long-term career opportunities and as such this role is suitable for someone who is seeking long-term career progression. About the Role As MEP Commercial Manager, you will be responsible for managing all commercial aspects of a section of this large project, including: Leading specialist subcontractors and liaising with clients and project teams. Providing commercial, contractual, and financial management to meet project and business profit objectives. Planning, monitoring, and supporting operations, promoting best practice across the team. Managing commercial activities during pre-construction and construction to ensure project and business success. Preparing and managing monthly contract review reports, weekly Business Plan Review (BPR) information, and management accounts. Monitoring monthly costs and advising project management on contractual implications and commercial risks. Establishing the project "budget to build" from contract award, implementing change control, and ensuring contracts are properly executed before project commencement. Skills & Experience MEP experience and proven experience leading commercial teams on large or multiple medium projects. Experience in healthcare, science & research, data centres, or defence. Degree-qualified in a relevant discipline (Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management). About us CHT is one of the UK's most advanced, and innovative, engineering and business services specialists. Part of the Laing O'Rourke Group, and founded on more than 200 years of experience, we are a leading construction and infrastructure technology services provider, supplying a complete Building Services package with communications, ICT, intelligent building, monitoring, BMS and the UK's largest mechanical, electrical & public health manufacturing facility - a 129,000 sq. ft factory - offering Off-site manufacturing and assembly for our digitally engineered modular MEICA packages. As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we would like to enable access to candidates with long term health conditions and disabilities through the 'Offer an interview scheme'. This supports applicants that meet the essential criteria by offering an interview for the advertised position. Please let us know prior to interview what adjustments are required as well as discussing how we can support you in the workplace. We want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you need the application form in an alternative format or you would like to know more about our recruitment process, please email
Sep 25, 2025
Full time
Overview Are you an MEP Commercial Manager looking for your next challenge? Ready to take the lead on one of the UK's most ambitious healthcare projects? If you have experience delivering healthcare, data centres or large projects in the commercial sector then Crown House Technologies is the place for you! We are seeking a skilled and passionate Commercial Manager to join our Brighton 3T's Healthcare Redevelopment Programme, a new 13-storey teaching, trauma, and tertiary care hospital with a rooftop helideck, occupying the southeast quarter of the existing hospital site. If you join us you'll be a valued member of an industry leading team which can offer you an exciting and varied career with access to some truly great projects. We are committed to extensive training, development, and long-term career opportunities and as such this role is suitable for someone who is seeking long-term career progression. About the Role As MEP Commercial Manager, you will be responsible for managing all commercial aspects of a section of this large project, including: Leading specialist subcontractors and liaising with clients and project teams. Providing commercial, contractual, and financial management to meet project and business profit objectives. Planning, monitoring, and supporting operations, promoting best practice across the team. Managing commercial activities during pre-construction and construction to ensure project and business success. Preparing and managing monthly contract review reports, weekly Business Plan Review (BPR) information, and management accounts. Monitoring monthly costs and advising project management on contractual implications and commercial risks. Establishing the project "budget to build" from contract award, implementing change control, and ensuring contracts are properly executed before project commencement. Skills & Experience MEP experience and proven experience leading commercial teams on large or multiple medium projects. Experience in healthcare, science & research, data centres, or defence. Degree-qualified in a relevant discipline (Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management). About us CHT is one of the UK's most advanced, and innovative, engineering and business services specialists. Part of the Laing O'Rourke Group, and founded on more than 200 years of experience, we are a leading construction and infrastructure technology services provider, supplying a complete Building Services package with communications, ICT, intelligent building, monitoring, BMS and the UK's largest mechanical, electrical & public health manufacturing facility - a 129,000 sq. ft factory - offering Off-site manufacturing and assembly for our digitally engineered modular MEICA packages. As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we would like to enable access to candidates with long term health conditions and disabilities through the 'Offer an interview scheme'. This supports applicants that meet the essential criteria by offering an interview for the advertised position. Please let us know prior to interview what adjustments are required as well as discussing how we can support you in the workplace. We want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you need the application form in an alternative format or you would like to know more about our recruitment process, please email
Overview Are you an MEP Commercial Manager looking for your next challenge? Ready to take the lead on one of the UK's most ambitious healthcare projects? If you have experience delivering healthcare, data centres or large projects in the commercial sector then Crown House Technologies is the place for you! We are seeking a skilled and passionate Commercial Manager to join our Brighton 3T's Healthcare Redevelopment Programme, a new 13-storey teaching, trauma, and tertiary care hospital with a rooftop helideck, occupying the southeast quarter of the existing hospital site. If you join us you'll be a valued member of an industry leading team which can offer you an exciting and varied career with access to some truly great projects. We are committed to extensive training, development, and long-term career opportunities and as such this role is suitable for someone who is seeking long-term career progression. About the Role As MEP Commercial Manager, you will be responsible for managing all commercial aspects of a section of this large project, including: Leading specialist subcontractors and liaising with clients and project teams. Providing commercial, contractual, and financial management to meet project and business profit objectives. Planning, monitoring, and supporting operations, promoting best practice across the team. Managing commercial activities during pre-construction and construction to ensure project and business success. Preparing and managing monthly contract review reports, weekly Business Plan Review (BPR) information, and management accounts. Monitoring monthly costs and advising project management on contractual implications and commercial risks. Establishing the project "budget to build" from contract award, implementing change control, and ensuring contracts are properly executed before project commencement. Skills & Experience MEP experience and proven experience leading commercial teams on large or multiple medium projects. Experience in healthcare, science & research, data centres, or defence. Degree-qualified in a relevant discipline (Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management). About us CHT is one of the UK's most advanced, and innovative, engineering and business services specialists. Part of the Laing O'Rourke Group, and founded on more than 200 years of experience, we are a leading construction and infrastructure technology services provider, supplying a complete Building Services package with communications, ICT, intelligent building, monitoring, BMS and the UK's largest mechanical, electrical & public health manufacturing facility - a 129,000 sq. ft factory - offering Off-site manufacturing and assembly for our digitally engineered modular MEICA packages. As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we would like to enable access to candidates with long term health conditions and disabilities through the 'Offer an interview scheme'. This supports applicants that meet the essential criteria by offering an interview for the advertised position. Please let us know prior to interview what adjustments are required as well as discussing how we can support you in the workplace. We want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you need the application form in an alternative format or you would like to know more about our recruitment process, please email
Sep 25, 2025
Full time
Overview Are you an MEP Commercial Manager looking for your next challenge? Ready to take the lead on one of the UK's most ambitious healthcare projects? If you have experience delivering healthcare, data centres or large projects in the commercial sector then Crown House Technologies is the place for you! We are seeking a skilled and passionate Commercial Manager to join our Brighton 3T's Healthcare Redevelopment Programme, a new 13-storey teaching, trauma, and tertiary care hospital with a rooftop helideck, occupying the southeast quarter of the existing hospital site. If you join us you'll be a valued member of an industry leading team which can offer you an exciting and varied career with access to some truly great projects. We are committed to extensive training, development, and long-term career opportunities and as such this role is suitable for someone who is seeking long-term career progression. About the Role As MEP Commercial Manager, you will be responsible for managing all commercial aspects of a section of this large project, including: Leading specialist subcontractors and liaising with clients and project teams. Providing commercial, contractual, and financial management to meet project and business profit objectives. Planning, monitoring, and supporting operations, promoting best practice across the team. Managing commercial activities during pre-construction and construction to ensure project and business success. Preparing and managing monthly contract review reports, weekly Business Plan Review (BPR) information, and management accounts. Monitoring monthly costs and advising project management on contractual implications and commercial risks. Establishing the project "budget to build" from contract award, implementing change control, and ensuring contracts are properly executed before project commencement. Skills & Experience MEP experience and proven experience leading commercial teams on large or multiple medium projects. Experience in healthcare, science & research, data centres, or defence. Degree-qualified in a relevant discipline (Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management). About us CHT is one of the UK's most advanced, and innovative, engineering and business services specialists. Part of the Laing O'Rourke Group, and founded on more than 200 years of experience, we are a leading construction and infrastructure technology services provider, supplying a complete Building Services package with communications, ICT, intelligent building, monitoring, BMS and the UK's largest mechanical, electrical & public health manufacturing facility - a 129,000 sq. ft factory - offering Off-site manufacturing and assembly for our digitally engineered modular MEICA packages. As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we would like to enable access to candidates with long term health conditions and disabilities through the 'Offer an interview scheme'. This supports applicants that meet the essential criteria by offering an interview for the advertised position. Please let us know prior to interview what adjustments are required as well as discussing how we can support you in the workplace. We want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you need the application form in an alternative format or you would like to know more about our recruitment process, please email
Overview Pre Construction Manager - Marine & Tunnelling Location: Suffolk / London Join the exciting journey of one of the UK's largest nuclear projects at Sizewell C! The Civil Works Alliance (CWA) is seeking a Pre Construction Manager to manage and coordinate preconstruction activities for the Marine and Tunnelling (M+T) scope of the Sizewell C project. You'll support the development of delivery strategies for intake tunnels, outfall tunnels, offshore connections, and supporting works, ensuring they are safe, efficient, and aligned to cost, schedule and quality requirements. This role is vital in preparing the programme for delivery, with a focus on programme readiness, Target Outturn Cost (TOC) development, stakeholder engagement and knowledge transfer from HPC. CWA, appointed by the Sizewell C client, brings together three leading contractors - Laing O'Rourke, Bouygues, and Balfour Beatty - to deliver the civils scope including Enabling Earthworks, Main Civil Works, and Marine and Tunnelling.
Sep 15, 2025
Full time
Overview Pre Construction Manager - Marine & Tunnelling Location: Suffolk / London Join the exciting journey of one of the UK's largest nuclear projects at Sizewell C! The Civil Works Alliance (CWA) is seeking a Pre Construction Manager to manage and coordinate preconstruction activities for the Marine and Tunnelling (M+T) scope of the Sizewell C project. You'll support the development of delivery strategies for intake tunnels, outfall tunnels, offshore connections, and supporting works, ensuring they are safe, efficient, and aligned to cost, schedule and quality requirements. This role is vital in preparing the programme for delivery, with a focus on programme readiness, Target Outturn Cost (TOC) development, stakeholder engagement and knowledge transfer from HPC. CWA, appointed by the Sizewell C client, brings together three leading contractors - Laing O'Rourke, Bouygues, and Balfour Beatty - to deliver the civils scope including Enabling Earthworks, Main Civil Works, and Marine and Tunnelling.
Overview Pre Construction Manager - Marine & Tunnelling Location: Suffolk / London Join the exciting journey of one of the UK's largest nuclear projects at Sizewell C! The Civil Works Alliance (CWA) is seeking a Pre Construction Manager to manage and coordinate preconstruction activities for the Marine and Tunnelling (M+T) scope of the Sizewell C project. You'll support the development of delivery strategies for intake tunnels, outfall tunnels, offshore connections, and supporting works, ensuring they are safe, efficient, and aligned to cost, schedule and quality requirements. This role is vital in preparing the programme for delivery, with a focus on programme readiness, Target Outturn Cost (TOC) development, stakeholder engagement and knowledge transfer from HPC. CWA, appointed by the Sizewell C client, brings together three leading contractors - Laing O'Rourke, Bouygues, and Balfour Beatty - to deliver the civils scope including Enabling Earthworks, Main Civil Works, and Marine and Tunnelling.
Sep 15, 2025
Full time
Overview Pre Construction Manager - Marine & Tunnelling Location: Suffolk / London Join the exciting journey of one of the UK's largest nuclear projects at Sizewell C! The Civil Works Alliance (CWA) is seeking a Pre Construction Manager to manage and coordinate preconstruction activities for the Marine and Tunnelling (M+T) scope of the Sizewell C project. You'll support the development of delivery strategies for intake tunnels, outfall tunnels, offshore connections, and supporting works, ensuring they are safe, efficient, and aligned to cost, schedule and quality requirements. This role is vital in preparing the programme for delivery, with a focus on programme readiness, Target Outturn Cost (TOC) development, stakeholder engagement and knowledge transfer from HPC. CWA, appointed by the Sizewell C client, brings together three leading contractors - Laing O'Rourke, Bouygues, and Balfour Beatty - to deliver the civils scope including Enabling Earthworks, Main Civil Works, and Marine and Tunnelling.
Senior Project Manager Location: Ipswich Project Office & Hybrid Working (3 days in office, 2 days from home) Join the exciting journey of one of the UK's largest nuclear projects at Sizewell C! As Senior Project Manager for galleries within the Civil Works Alliance, you will lead the delivery of the Main Civil Works section, overseeing preconstruction and delivery activities. These activities include planning, coordination, and administrative processes essential to preparing the project for successful construction execution. You will manage the construction of galleries that interface with key nuclear plant buildings (NI, CI-Bop, HS) and coordinate backfill activities. Initial focus will be on: HCT and HPL galleries (critical for starting the HCA building) on the east side of the plant HG galleries (required to begin the HR building and enable HLC's position 2) Subsequent galleries will follow. Construction methods may include pre-cast or on-site builds depending on chosen approaches. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with design and engineering teams to develop safe, sustainable, and buildable gallery designs. Lead cost estimation, budgeting, and manage project finances throughout delivery. Manage subcontractor selection, tendering, and contract negotiations for pre-cast or prefab works. Oversee safe and timely delivery of activities, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule targets are met. Coordinate quality assurance efforts and manage the quality inspection team. Identify and resolve risks and issues, escalating when necessary. Maintain construction schedules and ensure all project deliverables are met. Manage interfaces with other project teams to ensure smooth integration across the MCW programme. Take ownership of the galleries package from planning through to commissioning. Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications & Experience Essential Knowledge & Skills Proven experience leading project teams on large-scale civil engineering projects. Ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments. Desirable Knowledge & Skills Experience in nuclear or other heavily regulated environments. Experience managing parts of large civil engineering projects. Familiarity with NEC4 SC and ECC contracts. Experience working within Joint Ventures or Alliances. UK major construction experience and relevant training. Essential Qualifications & Experience Membership of APM, PMI, or similar project management bodies. CSCS PQP Card and/or CSCS Black Managers Card. Desirable Qualifications SMSTS or IOSH Managing Safety certification. Why SZC? This is your chance to contribute to one of the UK's most ambitious infrastructure projects, shaping the future of energy while working in a supportive, dynamic environment. Be part of a team that values innovation, safety, and sustainability at every stage of the journey-from investment to construction and beyond. About Laing O'Rourke We are an international engineering and construction company delivering state-of-the-art infrastructure and buildings projects for clients in the UK, Middle East and Australia. Certainty, reliability, quality - this is what our clients want. And at Laing O'Rourke, we have more than 150 years of experience delivering it. Laing O'Rourke's story is one of energy, passion, ambition, people and teamwork. We harness the power of our experience, stretching back over a century and a half to deliver certainty for our clients. As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we would like to enable access to candidates with long term health conditions and disabilities through the 'Offer an interview scheme'. This supports applicants that meet the essential criteria by offering an interview for the advertised position. Please let us know prior to interview what adjustments are required as well as discussing how we can support you in the workplace. We want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you need the application form in an alternative format or you would like to know more about our recruitment process, please email
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
Senior Project Manager Location: Ipswich Project Office & Hybrid Working (3 days in office, 2 days from home) Join the exciting journey of one of the UK's largest nuclear projects at Sizewell C! As Senior Project Manager for galleries within the Civil Works Alliance, you will lead the delivery of the Main Civil Works section, overseeing preconstruction and delivery activities. These activities include planning, coordination, and administrative processes essential to preparing the project for successful construction execution. You will manage the construction of galleries that interface with key nuclear plant buildings (NI, CI-Bop, HS) and coordinate backfill activities. Initial focus will be on: HCT and HPL galleries (critical for starting the HCA building) on the east side of the plant HG galleries (required to begin the HR building and enable HLC's position 2) Subsequent galleries will follow. Construction methods may include pre-cast or on-site builds depending on chosen approaches. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with design and engineering teams to develop safe, sustainable, and buildable gallery designs. Lead cost estimation, budgeting, and manage project finances throughout delivery. Manage subcontractor selection, tendering, and contract negotiations for pre-cast or prefab works. Oversee safe and timely delivery of activities, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule targets are met. Coordinate quality assurance efforts and manage the quality inspection team. Identify and resolve risks and issues, escalating when necessary. Maintain construction schedules and ensure all project deliverables are met. Manage interfaces with other project teams to ensure smooth integration across the MCW programme. Take ownership of the galleries package from planning through to commissioning. Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications & Experience Essential Knowledge & Skills Proven experience leading project teams on large-scale civil engineering projects. Ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments. Desirable Knowledge & Skills Experience in nuclear or other heavily regulated environments. Experience managing parts of large civil engineering projects. Familiarity with NEC4 SC and ECC contracts. Experience working within Joint Ventures or Alliances. UK major construction experience and relevant training. Essential Qualifications & Experience Membership of APM, PMI, or similar project management bodies. CSCS PQP Card and/or CSCS Black Managers Card. Desirable Qualifications SMSTS or IOSH Managing Safety certification. Why SZC? This is your chance to contribute to one of the UK's most ambitious infrastructure projects, shaping the future of energy while working in a supportive, dynamic environment. Be part of a team that values innovation, safety, and sustainability at every stage of the journey-from investment to construction and beyond. About Laing O'Rourke We are an international engineering and construction company delivering state-of-the-art infrastructure and buildings projects for clients in the UK, Middle East and Australia. Certainty, reliability, quality - this is what our clients want. And at Laing O'Rourke, we have more than 150 years of experience delivering it. Laing O'Rourke's story is one of energy, passion, ambition, people and teamwork. We harness the power of our experience, stretching back over a century and a half to deliver certainty for our clients. As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we would like to enable access to candidates with long term health conditions and disabilities through the 'Offer an interview scheme'. This supports applicants that meet the essential criteria by offering an interview for the advertised position. Please let us know prior to interview what adjustments are required as well as discussing how we can support you in the workplace. We want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you need the application form in an alternative format or you would like to know more about our recruitment process, please email
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