Job Description

Job No. BBUK14110


Marine Sub Agent - Sizewell C - Setup & Planning Stages: Hybrid / London / Bristol Delivery Stages: Suffolk (Lowestoft, Felixstowe, Ipswich) - Avonmouth/Bristol
Major Projects
Project Management
Avonmouth/Bristol


Permanent


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

Supports the offshore Agent in the planning, coordination, and execution of marine construction activities, ensuring compliance with health, safety, quality, and environmental standards.
Takes ownership of specific sections of offshore work, managing daily operations, progress tracking, and reporting.
Assists with the development and review of construction documentation including method statements, risk assessments, and permits to work.
Monitors offshore productivity and quality performance, escalating issues and contributing to continuous improvement 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

Experience in offshore / marine civil engineering, geotechnical, or UXO works.
Strong understanding of safe systems of work and HSE expectations in offshore environments.
Ability to coordinate works to technical, quality and schedule requirements.
Proven record of taking ownership of tasks and delivering independently.
Familiar with the development of permits and offshore safety documentation.
Effective communicator and team player with strong work ethic.
Flexible approach to working hours and offshore deployment.
Proficient in programme development and productivity tracking.


Desirable

Awareness of NEC or other contract forms.
Familiarity with quality management systems and NCR close-out.
Experience working within principal contractor delivery teams.


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
Relevant offshore/marine construction experience.


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 www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

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: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: candidaterecruitmentqueries@balfourbeatty.com