Building Architectural CEL; Engineering Lead

Building Architectural CEL (Contract Engineering Lead) About the opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Contract Engineering Lead (CEL) to join our Technical Directorate (TD) within the Site Buildings Team. This is a key leadership role responsible for managing the design and delivery of contract buildings for the site, including critical facilities such as:

• Emergency Response Centre
• Back-up Emergency Equipment Store
• Main Access Control Building
• Chemical Products Storage
• Oil and Grease Storage
• Off-Site Delivery Checkpoint
• Outage Access Control Building
• Associated slabs

You will oversee the design process from basic design through to detailed design, working closely with external designers and a multi-disciplinary project team.

• Act as Responsible Designer for contracts.
• Manage design delivery to meet time, quality, safety, and scope requirements.
• Coordinate technical activities across multiple work streams and stakeholders.
• Prepare and manage Scope of Works, technical specifications, and design schedules.
• Ensure compliance with UK context, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead design reviews, constructability assessments, and configuration control processes.
• Support risk management, change control, and cost/schedule impact assessments.
• Provide technical oversight and guidance to internal teams and suppliers.

• Proven experience in design management for large, multi-discipline infrastructure projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of building design and construction standards.
• Familiarity with nuclear safety/security requirements and UK regulations.
• Excellent understanding of RIBA Plan of Work 2013 or equivalent.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Architectural, or Process Engineering.
• Eligible for National Security Vetting (CTC).

• Chartered Engineer status.
• Experience in nuclear industry or highly regulated environments.
• Knowledge of UK Building Regulations and EPR design.

The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.

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