Project Manager; SZC)

Workplace type: On-site, Sizewell C, Suffolk

Job type: Full-time, Permanent

Job function: Project Management, Construction, Engineering

Industries: Construction, Civil Engineering, Water/Utilities, Nuclear

Salary range: £55,000 -£60,000 + company car + private healthcare scheme + gym + performance bonus

• Company car: Company car (available for personal use) with a monthly rental value
• Pension: Automatically enrolled into the WJ Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme. Contributions are made at 5% for both employee (minimum) and employer (maximum).
• Private Healthcare: At six months of service, option to be enrolled into Westfield Health Cash Plan for Specialist Consultations & Diagnostics, Scanning Service (MRI, CT & PET Scans), Optical, Dental, Chiropody and Therapy Treatments (Physiotherapy, Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Homeopathy and Osteopathy)
• Profit Related Bonus: A profit related annual bonus will be payable in December if WJ meets its profit targets
• Group Life Insurance: Automatically included in the WJ Death in Service Group Insurance at 3 times salary after 6-month probation period
• Gym Membership: Exclusive, discounted access to thousands of gyms, pools and spas with just one pass via our fitness partner, Hussle

About the role

WJ is looking for a Project Manager to join the team delivering our largest and most strategically important account:
Sizewell C (SZC), the UK's flagship nuclear new-build project. Reporting to the SZC Project Lead, you will take ownership of assigned work packages across our portfolio of dewatering, water treatment, surface water management, water abstraction, pumping tests, water sampling & testing, and instrumentation & monitoring (I&M) works. You'll be WJ's representative on site, building strong relationships with SZC Ltd, the Civil Works Alliance (CWA) and their subcontractors, while leading WJ site teams to deliver safely, on programme and to budget.

What you'll do

• Champion a proactive Safety, Health & Environmental (SHE) culture and SZC nuclear safety culture, leading from the front on site.
• Supervise day-to-day site operations, maintaining strong communication with SZC Ltd, CWA staff, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Prepare Method Statements, Risk Assessments and technical drawings, and define package programmes against contractual milestones.
• Prepare and negotiate monthly payment applications, and support contract administration under NEC forms.
• Appoint, brief and provide direct line management to WJ site and monitoring teams and specialist subcontractors.
• Maintain accurate contractual records and reporting, supporting the SZC Project Lead's account governance.

Why join WJ?

This is your chance to build your career on one of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects, working alongside a supportive, experienced delivery team on WJ's flagship account. You'll gain exposure to nuclear-grade delivery standards, a broad multi-disciplinary portfolio, and a clear path to grow into senior project leadership roles. In return, WJ offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and genuine investment in your professional development.

About WJ

WJ is the UK's leading water management specialist – the partner and contractor of choice for major construction and infrastructure programmes. Founded by academics and evolved through expertise, we apply scientific principles to solve complex water challenges: over 40 years' experience and 4,000+ projects worldwide, including the Channel Tunnel Rail Link, the London Olympic Park, Crossrail, Tideway, HS2 and currently Sizewell

C. Our expanding service lines span dewatering & groundwater control, water treatment, surface water management, I&M, pumping tests, well drilling and professional services, grounded in engineering and delivered in partnership. Our values of Confidence, Pride, Clarity & Integrity, and Independence guide every decision we make.

Reports to

SZC Project Lead (Line Manager).

Key areas of responsibility

As a Project Manager on the Sizewell C project, you will be responsible for the delivery of assigned WJ work packages. Your duties will include, but are not limited to:

Operational Leadership & Safety

• Champion a proactive Safety,…