At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead project controls for the Sizewell C power station, ensuring safety and efficiency.
- Company: Join the Civil Works Alliance, a collaboration of top-tier contractors shaping the UK's energy future.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salaries, generous leave, pension schemes, and flexible benefits.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace that values creativity and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on sustainable energy while working with industry leaders.
- Qualifications: 8-10 years in project controls for major infrastructure projects; relevant degree required.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ 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.
This role will be within the Marine and Tunnels Section.
What will you do?
The Project Controls Engineer's role is to deliver the strategy for project controls within the agreed constraints, including controls for programme, productivity, and time and cost integrated controls in the form of Earned Value Management. This post will ensure that control is in accordance with all safety, quality, time, and cost parameters to meet the project's needs. The Project Controls Senior Engineer reports directly into the Project Controls Lead, as part of the M&T section within the PMO Function.
What are we looking for?
- Results Driven: Demonstrates a passion and excitement for his/her work. Tackles problems head-on and works to resolve them without delay.
- Focus on Excellence: Willing to go the extra mile to exceed expectations. Continually searches for ways to add value and take performance to the next level.
- Teamwork & Collaboration: Puts aside personal agendas to work for the benefit of customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders. Proactively builds experience through sharing knowledge, ideas, and expertise with others and empowers them to deliver.
- Customer Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers. Actively collects customer information and uses it to improve services and solutions. Manages the experience of customers to ensure positive relationships are established and maintained.
- Operational Excellence: Plans and organises work to safely achieve maximum efficiency and output. Delivers results consistently.
- Adaptability: Learns quickly. Adapts positively to changing business and customer demands. Is energised by change.
Qualifications & Experience
- At least 8-10 years experience in project controls on complex and mega infrastructure projects and programmes of works working for leading international tier 1 contractors.
- APM PMQ, APMG Project Planning and Control Practitioner or equivalent.
- Relevant undergraduate degree.
- Hands-on experience running contract, cost, and EVM systems e.g., PRISM, Unifier, and InEight.
What we will offer 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: Humility, Positivity, Respect, Solidarity, and Clarity. By joining us, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work, speak up, and share your ideas. 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. We are committed to protecting your privacy. If you decide to apply, please avoid including sensitive personal data in your CV.
Senior Project Controls Engineer employer: CWA: Civil Works Alliance
As a Senior Project Controls Engineer with the Civil Works Alliance, you will be part of a pioneering team dedicated to shaping the UK's energy future through the construction of Sizewell C, a significant low-carbon power station. The CWA offers an inclusive work culture that values diversity and innovation, alongside competitive salaries, generous leave, and flexible benefits, ensuring that employees are supported in their professional growth and well-being. Join us to make a meaningful impact while collaborating with industry leaders in a dynamic environment focused on excellence and teamwork.
