Change Management - Manager & Senior Manager in Ipswich

Change Management - Manager & Senior Manager in Ipswich

Ipswich Full-Time 55000 - 65000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
CWA: Civil Works Alliance

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead the Change Management process and manage the lifecycle of change for Sizewell C.
  • Company: Join the Civil Works Alliance, a collaboration of Balfour Beatty, Bouygues, and Laing O'Rourke.
  • Benefits: Enjoy market-leading salaries, generous annual leave, and a comprehensive pension scheme.
  • Other info: This role is based within the PMO, reporting to the Head of Project Controls.
  • Why this job: Impact Britain's energy future by delivering clean electricity for at least 60 years.
  • Qualifications: 12-15 years in project controls on mega infrastructure projects; APM PMQ qualified.

The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 Β£ per year.

Help Shape the UK's Energy Future Change Manager Opportunity with the Civil Works Alliance (CWA), Supporting Sizewell C. As part of the CWA (Civil Works Alliance), you will support the building of Sizewell C. Sizewell C will be a 3.2-gigawatt power station generating low-carbon electricity for around 6 million homes and will play a key role in our energy future, supplying reliable, clean electricity for at least 60 years.

We are recruiting for a Change Manager to join the CWA (Civil Works Alliance) and play a vital role in delivering one of the UK's most strategically important infrastructure projects. This is a senior role where you'll manage change across one or more sections of Sizewell C, ensuring we deliver this transformational energy project with precision, integrity and excellence.

About the opportunity: As part of the CWA, we are delivering Sizewell C, a 3.2-gigawatt power station generating low-carbon electricity for around 6 million homes. This role sits within the PMO reporting directly to the Head of Project Controls. You'll be responsible for implementing our change management strategy, maintaining control across program, design, time and cost while upholding safety, quality and project integrity at every decision point.

What you'll be responsible for:

  • Lead the delivery and governance of the Change Management process across the CWA, ensuring compliance and consistency.
  • Manage the complete lifecycle of change from SZC directions and instructions through to compensation events, recovery plans and contingency drawdowns.
  • Coordinate interrelated changes across sections to maintain program and cost integrity.
  • Configure and leverage Oracle Primavera Unifier to track, report and manage all change activities.
  • Develop dashboards, metrics and reporting tools that provide visibility of change performance and trends.
  • Support strategic decision-making by integrating cost, time, risk and contract constraints.
  • Champion HSE and Nuclear Safety as embedded principles in every change decision.
  • Promote Digital Engineering tools and processes, establishing integrated systems linking BIM data with schedule and budget.
  • Build and maintain trusted relationships with our Client (NNB and EDF), acting as a strategic advisor.
  • Develop high-performing teams and drive capability development.
  • Protect the integrity of the CWA's cost and program envelopes.

What are we looking for? Who you are:

  • A results-driven leader with at least 12-15 years leading project controls on complex, mega infrastructure projects for leading international tier 1 contractors.
  • Qualified to APM PMQ, APMG Project Planning and Control Practitioner level or equivalent (MRISC preferred).
  • Expert in contract, cost and EVM systems including PRISM, Unifier and InEight.
  • Passionate about excellence willing to go the extra mile and continually search for ways to add value.
  • A champion for HSE and Nuclear Safety who embeds these principles throughout your work.
  • A collaborative team player who shares knowledge and empowers others to deliver.
  • Customer-focused with the ability to anticipate stakeholder needs and build sustainable relationships.
  • Adaptable and energized by change, learning quickly and responding positively to evolving demands.
  • An excellent communicator who achieves clarity and impact in all interactions.
  • Someone who delivers operational excellence consistently.

Why join us: You'll lead change management on a project defining Britain's energy future delivering clean, reliable electricity for at least 60 years. You'll work with innovative teams using cutting-edge digital systems, supported by a Client committed to strategic delivery. This is a role where your expertise directly impacts national infrastructure and meets urgent UK energy needs. If you're an experienced change leader ready to drive excellence on a landmark project of genuine national importance, we'd like to hear from you.

The CWA is a single delivery organisation made up of the client (Sizewell C) and three parent companies - Balfour Beatty, Bouygues and Laing O'Rourke - which offer industry leading packages including market leading salaries, generous annual leave entitlements, pension scheme and other flexible benefits.

About Us: The CWA celebrates the creativity and innovation that comes from a diverse workforce, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds especially those from under-represented communities. Our project is built on five core values: We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. If you decide to apply, please avoid including sensitive personal data in your CV.

Change Management - Manager & Senior Manager in Ipswich employer: CWA: Civil Works Alliance

The CWA is dedicated to delivering Sizewell C, a 3.2-gigawatt power station. Located in the UK, it offers innovative teams and cutting-edge digital systems. The organisation values diversity and encourages applications from under-represented communities.

CWA: Civil Works Alliance

Contact Details:

CWA: Civil Works Alliance Recruitment Team

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