Job Description

About the role
Be part of this 'once in a generation' project that will deliver clean energy to 6 million homes for the next 60 years. Sizewell C will see the creation of a 3.2 Gigawatt nuclear power station on the Suffolk coast to provide reliable load low-carbon electricity.
The Civil Works Alliance is an extended delivery enterprise involving Sizewell C and three international construction companies: Balfour Beatty, Bouygues Travaux Publics and Laing O'Rourke.
We are more than just an alliance, we are bringing together a single delivery organisation with years of learning and experience from other major complex infrastructure programmes worldwide.
What you'll be doing
Job Purpose / Overview

• Leads the safe and effective execution of offshore construction activities as part of a self-delivery team, acting as the Project Manager's representative on the marine site.
• Coordinates internal site teams, marine plant, and daily operations to deliver works in accordance with the programme, method statements, and technical requirements.
• Maintains accurate offshore records including daily progress reports, permits, safety briefings, and task planning.
• Champions health, safety, and environmental standards offshore, leading Toolbox Talks, pre-task briefings, and behavioural safety initiatives.
• Interfaces with onshore support teams, Offshore Superintendents, and Subcontractor teams to ensure clear communication and delivery continuity across project phases.

Who we're looking for
Essential

• Strong understanding of safe systems of work and HSE standards specific to offshore construction.
• Experience leading marine site operations for civil engineering projects.
• Ability to plan, coordinate and deliver offshore works in line with programme and specifications.
• Familiar with the production and management of permits, including Hot Works and Confined Space.
• Skilled in producing and interpreting technical documents, method statements and risk assessments.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of offshore delivery.
• Proven track record of contributing to project delivery and driving site productivity.
• Understanding of quality processes, non-conformance management, and audit systems.
• Proficient in use of site recording and productivity tracking tools.
• Experience in offshore/marine construction delivery.

Desirable

• Knowledge of NEC or similar contracts.
• Understanding of temporary works coordination.
• Experience of producing handover documentation and QA records.
• Experience with marine logistics planning and vessel coordination.
• Experience with marine piling, lifting, survey, diving operations.

Qualifications & Certifications
The role holder is expected to have one or more of the following:

• Formal qualification in construction, engineering or maritime operations (e.g. HNC/HND/BSc/BEng)

in Construction, Civil Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline, or demonstrable
equivalent experience.

• CSCS card and SMSTS (or equivalent HSE site management training).
• Sea Survival certification or willingness to obtain as part of onboarding (e.g., STCW, OPITO-

approved BOSIET, or equivalent).

• Holds a current driving licence

Why work for us
Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.
Why join us?
As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn't rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You'll have the freedom to shape the package that's right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:
- Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow. 42 hours per week.
- 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more...
About us
Balfour Beatty's Major Projects business is delivering some of the UK's most complex and iconic infrastructure projects including HS2, the new high-speed railway and the first nuclear power station in a generation, Hinkley Point C. Using the latest technology, we're driving productivity and creating a lasting legacy by delivering sustainable solutions that strengthen communities.
From consultancy and design, to all aspects of construction and maintenance. We have the proven expertise to deliver large-scale projects safely and successfully.
Diversity and inclusion
At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit
To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit:
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