About the role
Be part of this ‘once in a generation’ project that will deliver clean energy to 6 million homes for the next 60 years. Sizewell C will see the creation of a 3.2 Gigawatt nuclear power station on the Suffolk coast to provide reliable load low-carbon electricity.
The Civil Works Alliance is an extended delivery enterprise involving Sizewell C and three international construction companies: Balfour Beatty, Bouygues Travaux Publics and Laing O’Rourke.
We are more than just an alliance, we are bringing together a single delivery organisation with years of learning and experience from other major complex infrastructure programmes worldwide.
What you’ll be doing
The Sizewell C (SZC) project requires a Senior Materials Engineer to support and manage all areas of construction materials testing (including but not limited to concrete, earthworks, aggregates, grout) for the marine and tunnelling portion.
The role requires review of technical specifications, proposing suitable materials/solutions and advising on appropriate means of ensuring an integrated design/specification that can support construction including approvals, trials and testing as part of the broader supply chain and procurement related activities.
Successful candidate shall manage an experienced team of materials engineers, technicians and consultants. They shall support and coordinate with external design consultant(s) for design of both permanent and temporary works for the development of materials and solutions, ensuring either compatible with existing designs and client specifications or otherwise informing their change if applicable. The project team includes people internal to the Civil Works Alliance (CWA), lead design consultant(s), internal and external temporary work designer(s), and subcontractors. The purpose of the role is: To support the management and delivery of materials engineering services within Sizewell C Civils Alliance for the Marine and Tunnel portion
Who we’re looking for
Must be degree qualified or have relevant professional experience in either Civil/ Structural/ Materials

Engineering.

• These roles require individuals with strong up to date technical knowledge of materials engineering and

industry best practice in all aspects.

• They will be a technically proficient with a good understanding in other areas in the engineering field and

have the professional credibility to engage and inspire others.

• Good working knowledge/understanding of concrete mix design and technical specifications associated

with.

• The individual will have an understanding of the principles of framework procurement and experience

within the most current forms of procurement.

Desirable

• The individual should have a desire to continuously pursue innovation and development, with a focus

on the customer and the Major Projects business.

• Ideally this role would suit a candidate who is passionate and shows an excitement for their work.
• Someone who is willing to go the extra mile to exceed expectations and who has a key focus on

meeting the requirements of their customer would be ideal.

• A quick learner, adaptable to change and someone who is organised would also suit the role well.
• Valid CSCS card and SMSTS qualification

Why work for us
Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

• Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow. 42 hours per week.
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more