Diaphragm Wall Lead - Sizewell

VSL International participates in the construction of major technical structures, ensuring their structural safety and durability across transport infrastructure, industrial and energy structures, and commercial buildings. Sizewell C is a ground-breaking nuclear power project in Suffolk backed by EDF and the UK Government.

The role is central to the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of a critical cut-off structure, running around the site perimeter and executed under stringent nuclear standards.

We are seeking a Diaphragm Wall Lead (Construction Manager) to manage and deliver VSL’s scope within the Plastic Cut-Off Wall package at Sizewell C. The role combines technical leadership and operational management, leading large multidisciplinary site teams, overseeing daily construction activities, and ensuring compliance with contractual, technical, and safety requirements. You will work closely with client representatives to coordinate resources, optimise schedules, and deliver against project milestones in a challenging and evolving environment.

• Lead on-site execution of the Plastic Wall package, ensuring compliance with nuclear safety and quality standards.
• Coordinate large site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers, maintaining alignment across stakeholders.
• Participate in daily project coordination meetings, reporting progress and issues to the Operations Director/Deputy.
• Drive performance and motivation across teams, ensuring continuous improvement.

• Develop detailed execution schedules and plan site logistics, optimising resource allocation.
• Supervise site activities, ensuring compliance with design specifications, contractual obligations, and best practice.
• Monitor progress, quality, and costs, implementing corrective actions where required.
• Oversee procurement activities, budget monitoring, and expenditure forecasting.

• Identify and mitigate project risks, responding proactively to challenges such as access constraints or supply chain issues.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental standards; maintain training and safety records.
• Manage daily reporting, progress logs, and technical documentation required for client acceptance.

• Manage execution of the Plastic Cut-Off Wall, including 2–4 cutters and 4–5 supporting grabs operating in double shifts.
• Coordinate with design and technical teams during trials (commencing 2025) and full execution through to early 2028.
• Collaborate to optimise resource deployment and scope split, ensuring delivery within programme.
• Oversee all site operations within a nuclear-grade environment, ensuring uncompromising standards.

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in major construction projects, with significant exposure to foundations and diaphragm wall works.
• Proven track record in managing large construction teams and subcontractors on complex, large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Previous experience in nuclear, regulated, or alliance/joint venture environments advantageous.

• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with a hands-on approach.
• Strong knowledge of diaphragm wall construction methods, sequencing, and resource management.
• Effective communicator with negotiation skills, able to manage diverse stakeholders.
• Skilled in progress monitoring, cost control, and risk management.
• Fully conversant with Microsoft Office suite and project management tools.

• Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application.
• Willingness to work full-time on-site at Sizewell C, Suffolk.

Interested? Apply now and let’s build the great structures of tomorrow together!