At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative projects to enhance efficiency and quality in civil engineering.
- Company: Join the Civil Works Alliance, shaping the UK's energy future with Sizewell C.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, pension scheme, and flexible benefits.
- Other info: Diverse workplace welcoming all backgrounds; excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on clean energy while fostering a culture of innovation.
- Qualifications: Experience in innovation within construction or infrastructure; degree in relevant field.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
Help shape the UK's energy future with the Civil Works Alliance (CWA), supporting Sizewell C. As part of the CWA, you will support the building of Sizewell C, a 3.2-gigawatt power station generating low-carbon electricity for around 6 million homes and playing a key role in our energy future.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Innovation Manager to join our Business Improvement & Innovation Centre of Excellence. The successful candidate will be responsible for a wide variety of innovation and improvement activities to enhance efficiency, productivity, and quality within the Civil Works Alliance.
- Identify, develop, and drive transformative initiatives while championing an innovation culture by aligning overall Alliance vision and values with innovative thinking.
- Train, coach, and mentor employees at all levels on the tools and methods that support innovation.
- Contribute to the development of CWA innovation strategy.
- Identify, evaluate, and implement innovative technologies, processes, and methodologies that enhance Sizewell C smart replication.
- Manage a portfolio of innovation projects providing leadership in the day-to-day operations of the activities.
- Ensure all innovation initiatives align with nuclear safety, quality, and compliance standards.
- Track and report on innovation KPIs and ROI to senior leadership.
- Horizon scanning industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory developments relevant to nuclear and civil infrastructure.
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops and innovation sprints to generate and develop ideas.
- Collaborate with engineering, digital, and operational teams to pilot and scale innovations.
- Coach project teams on innovation frameworks (e.g., Design Thinking, Lean, Agile).
- Build partnerships with academia, startups, and technology providers.
- Promote an innovation culture.
This role requires proven expertise in innovation in large and complex civil engineering infrastructure, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
- Minimum 7-10 years of experience in innovation, transformation, or continuous improvement roles within construction or infrastructure.
- Proven track record of delivering innovation in large-scale, complex projects.
- Experience working in or with nuclear, energy, or other highly regulated sectors.
- Professional certification in Innovation Management, Change Management, or similar (preferred).
- Digital and data fluency.
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.
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.
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Senior Manager, Quality Management in Kesgrave employer: CWA: Civil Works Alliance
Joining the Civil Works Alliance (CWA) as a Senior Innovation Manager offers you the chance to be at the forefront of shaping the UK's energy future through the development of Sizewell C, a pivotal low-carbon power station. With a commitment to fostering an innovative culture, the CWA provides exceptional employee benefits, including competitive salaries, generous leave, and a supportive work environment that values diversity and collaboration. You'll have ample opportunities for professional growth, working alongside industry leaders and contributing to transformative projects that will impact millions of homes for decades to come.
