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SZC Technical Lead

Balfour Beatty

Job Description

About the role

Technical Lead - Sizewell C

The OpportunityAs part of our plan to secure a low-carbon energy future, EDF Energy is leading theway in building a fleet of safe, reliable nuclear power stations in the UK. Sizewell C(SZC) is a proposed new nuclear station that has been granted planning permissionwith construction expected to commence in 2024. It is a nationally significantinfrastructure project with a vital role in the UKs climate change agenda and energypolicy. The project will have a big impact in the drive to reduce carbon emissions inthe UK.Sizewell C (SZC) is a landmark project to plan, design and build two EPR nuclearreactors located on the East Coast of Suffolk. Sizewell C (SZC) will be a next-of-a-kind nuclear power plant, using the same technology and design as the Hinkley PointC nuclear power plant under construction in Somerset.The impact of Sizewell C (SZC) stretches beyond the immediate project site, both indelivering low carbon electricity to 6 million households, as well as in creating a stepchange in local, regional, and national economic growth and delivering wider socialand environmental benefits. As part of our plan to secure a low-carbon energy future,EDF Energy is leading the way in building a fleet of safe, reliable nuclear powerstations in the UK. Sizewell C (SZC) is a proposed new nuclear station that has beengranted planning permission with construction expected to commence in [2024]. It isa nationally significant infrastructure project with a vital role in the UKs climatechange agenda and energy policy. The project will have a big impact in the drive toreduce carbon emissions in the UK

What you'll be doing

The role

To provide technical leadership and management to ensure the development and delivery of the, Enabling Works Cut Off Wall (COW), early works packages SSSI, NW Corner, Sea Defence and Advance Trials work scope as part of the overarching Civils Programme of SZC

Principle accountabilities

  • Define the work scope to be delivered within the technical elements contract or package of work and the interfaces to the other elements of the programme.
  • Understand the scope, programme and deliverables of the Designers.
  • Securing the required technical resources to meet their project requirements, ensuring the maintenance of SQEP for any assigned resource and promptly identifying any personnel shortfalls or issues within the technical team.
  • Maintaining effective communications with all stakeholders (particularly design team and supply chain from a technical perspective) and execute the project or PEP strategies within their contract or package of work.
  • Drive the delivery of the technical contract or package activities to ensure they are delivered safely, on time, to budget, meeting business and technical requirements.
  • Anticipate, manage and resolve technical issues within the contact or package. Identify risks and facilitate the resolution of all issues raised.
  • Ensure the List of Deliverables (LOD) relating to the scope of work is delivered.
  • Apply the principles of Continuous Improvement.
  • Ensure that lessons-learnt and knowledge-capture are practiced as business as usual.
  • Interface with other programmes to ensure a high-level view of how the total project is progressing and to identify and adopt the use of best practice.
  • Ensure that contract or package contractual requirements are fulfilled.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all project team members

Who we're looking for

  • Experience in leading technical aspects of major Geotechnical projects at ECI and delivery phases
  • Experience in leaded RC detailing teams
  • Demonstrate success in managing and developing teams
  • Engineering design, contract and field execution strategies for project delivery
  • Major and varied Geotechnical Project experience

Desirable

  • Chartered Engineer

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UKs most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasnt rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You'll have the freedom to shape the package thats right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

- Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.- 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

About us

Balfour Beattys Major Projects business is delivering some of the UKs most complex and iconic infrastructure projects including HS2, the new high-speed railway and the first nuclear power station in a generation, Hinkley Point C. Using the latest technology, were driving productivity and creating a lasting legacy by delivering sustainable solutions that strengthen communities.

From consultancy and design, to all aspects of construction and maintenance. We have the proven expertise to deliver large-scale projects safely and successfully.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visitwww.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit:https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at:[email protected]

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