Construction Delivery Lead - Mechanical PTLS

Role:
Mechanical Construction Delivery Lead - PTLS & Piping
Position:
Contract

Location:

Hinkley Point C - Bridgwater, Somerset - Full-time, 5 days per week on-site (07:30 - 17:30 typical day shift).

Duration:
Ongoing

Day Rate: £460 p/d PAYE + 36 days leave / £630 p/d Umbrella

Type:
Full-time

Build the Future of Clean Energy

Hinkley Point C is the UK's first new nuclear power station in over 25 years - a once-in-a-generation infrastructure programme delivering low-carbon electricity to over six million homes.

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Construction Delivery Lead to support delivery of PTLS works (Pools, Tanks, Liners and Spools) within the Nuclear Island, with a clear future pipeline into process and plant piping works as the project progresses.

This role sits at the heart of one of Europe's most complex construction environments and offers long-term continuity on a flagship nuclear project. It is a hands-on, delivery-focused position for construction leaders experienced in mechanical installation within heavy civil and containment structures.

About the Role

As a Mechanical Construction Delivery Lead, you will take ownership of PTLS-focused mechanical construction activities delivered by Tier 1 contract partners within your allocated area.

You will operate at the interface of reinforced concrete civils, steel liners, mechanical fit-out, fabricated pipe spools, welding and QA, ensuring safe, compliant, and programme-aligned delivery.

As construction phases mature, the role will naturally transition into process and plant piping scope, providing long-term involvement across successive stages of the Nuclear Island build.

You will lead and coordinate Construction Delivery Managers (CDMs) and work closely with Area Leads, Senior Construction Delivery Managers, engineering, logistics, quality, and safety teams to manage complex construction interfaces.

This is a site-based leadership role requiring strong technical understanding, visible presence, and confident decision-making in a safety-critical environment.

Principal Accountabilities

Lead and develop a team of Construction Delivery Managers delivering PTLS and future piping works
Oversee mechanical construction activities including pools, tanks, liners, spools, and mechanical fit-out within civil structures
Manage interfaces between civils, mechanical installation, temporary works, and sequencing activities
Drive health, safety, quality, and environmental performance in line with nuclear safety culture and KPIs
Chair and lead PLOWs and construction coordination meetings with Tier 1 contractors
Ensure short-term plans, milestones, and construction sequencing are achieved to programme
Oversee site logistics, labour deployment, access, and readiness activities
Support contractor mobilisation and ensure construction readiness requirements are met
Lead quality assurance activities including documentation review, surveillance, pressure testing, and lifetime records
Contribute to reporting, performance tracking, and risk management across assigned work areas

Ideal Candidate Profile

You will be a senior construction delivery professional with strong mechanical experience in containment, tankage, or process environments, combined with an understanding of heavy civils and concrete interfaces.

You are comfortable operating in highly regulated, safety-critical projects and bring a calm, solutions-focused approach to complex site delivery challenges.

Essential

Skills & Experience:

Degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Construction Management
Proven experience delivering mechanical construction within regulated sectors (nuclear, water, petrochemical, chemical, or major EPC projects)
Demonstrable experience with pools, tanks, liners, spools, or process pipework
Strong understanding of construction sequencing, civil-mechanical interfaces, and site logistics
Sound knowledge of CDM regulations and site safety management
Experience leading site teams and managing Tier 1 contractors
Confident communicator with strong coordination and stakeholder management skills
Competent in short-term planning, reporting, and issue resolution
NEBOSH, IOSH, or SMSTS…