Project Manager (SZC)


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	£55,000 to £60,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Leiston, IP16 4EW
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	6 Oct 2026
Closing date:	5 Nov 2026

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Summary

Your new company

You will be joining a highly respected and well-established specialist civil engineering contractor delivering major packages on the Sizewell C project in Suffolk. This multi-accredited contractor operates across multiple project frameworks and major infrastructure projects, and prides itself on robust financial control, best-practice contract management and long-term client relationships. With more than £20m of secured work and a further £40m-plus pipeline at various stages of negotiation, they are actively seeking a Project Manager to join their team.

This is a full-time, site-based position at Sizewell C, requiring five days per week on site.

Your new role

As Project Manager, you will report directly to the Sizewell C Project Lead and take responsibility for the successful delivery of assigned work packages across the project. You will lead site teams and specialist subcontractors, ensuring operational excellence, strong commercial performance and effective stakeholder engagement throughout the project lifecycle.

Key responsibilities will include:

Leading site operations while championing a proactive safety culture and nuclear safety standards.

Managing engineers, supervisors, operatives and specialist subcontractors to achieve programme objectives.

Building strong relationships with Sizewell C, the Civil Works Alliance and key project stakeholders.

Developing and overseeing method statements, risk assessments, technical procedures and project documentation.

Managing project programmes, identifying risks and implementing recovery plans where required.

Supporting NEC contract administration, including early warnings, compensation events and change control processes.

Preparing and negotiating monthly payment applications in line with contractual requirements.

Ensuring quality records, inspection and test plans, and handover documentation meet nuclear-grade standards.

Planning and coordinating resources, including labour, plant, equipment and materials.

Supporting tendering activities, client engagement and the development of future project opportunities.

What you'll need to succeed

In order to be successful, you must have:

Minimum five years' experience in project or site management within construction, civil engineering or similar sector

Sound technical knowledge of civil engineering and proven experience managing site teams and subcontractors

Excellent client-facing and stakeholder management skills

Strong communication, organisation and leadership capabilities

Eligibility to obtain and maintain the relevant security clearance required for the Sizewell C site

CSCS, SMSTS and full UK driving licence.

What you'll get in return

In return, you will receive:

Starting salary up to £60,000 per annum

Company car (available for personal use)

Annual leave entitlement

Company pension scheme

Private healthcare

Bonus

Group life insurance

Multiple health and wellbeing benefits

Fully covered accommodation and business mileage

Collaborative and supportive work environment

Clear pathways for career progression and professional development

Stable, values-driven organisation committed to safety, quality and continuous improvement

Opportunity to contribute to one of the UK's largest megaprojects and a cornerstone of Britain's Net Zero ambitions.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Please note: applicants must hold existing UK work authorisation; visa sponsorship cannot be provided for this position.

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