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
The Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) Manager will lead and oversee all mechanical and electrical operations within the Civil Works Area (CWA) scope of the Sizewell C Enabling and Earthworks section. This role is critical to ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant delivery of M&E systems and infrastructure supporting major construction activities.

• Leadership & Management:

• Lead the planning, execution, and management of all M&E activities within the CWA scope.

• Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure alignment with project goals and timelines.

• Technical Oversight:

• Manage systems including Low Voltage (LV), High Voltage (HV), Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) requirements, and Batching Plants.

• Ensure all installations and operations meet regulatory and safety standards.

• Permit & Compliance Management:

• Oversee the acquisition and management of all necessary permits for M&E works, including Site Assist and other relevant authorisations.

• Ensure full compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.

• Stakeholder Engagement:

• Liaise with Sizewell C clients, implementing partners, and regulatory bodies to ensure transparency and collaboration.

• Support investigation processes and provide documentation as required.

• Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of testing, commissioning, and operational activities.

• Provide regular updates and reports to senior management and project stakeholders.

Who we're looking for
Qualifications & Experience:

• Proven experience in managing mechanical and electrical systems on large-scale infrastructure or construction projects.

• Strong understanding of LV/HV systems, TBM operations, and batching plant requirements.

• Experience in permit management and regulatory compliance.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

• Relevant engineering qualifications (e.g., Electrical/Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent).

Desirable Skills:

• Experience working on nuclear or high-security infrastructure projects.

• Familiarity with CITB standards and construction workforce accreditation.

• Ability to manage complex logistics and multi-disciplinary teams.

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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