Sizewell C Deputy Project Director (Nuclear Island)

Location: Aztec West, Bristol  Are you ready to help lead a ground-breaking project that will shape the future of UK energy?   We are looking for our next SZC Deputy Project Director (NI), playing a pivotal leadership role within the SZC Project Organization at Edvance and EPR-E, acting as the key deputy to the SZC Project Director (NI).  The Opportunity  EDF EPR Engineering UK (EPR-E) is at the forefront of nuclear power innovation, responsible for designing and delivering the nuclear island for major projects like Hinkley Point C (HPC) and Sizewell C (SZC). As we progress with SZC’s design replication and engineering, we’re seeking a Deputy Project Director (Nuclear Island) to play a pivotal role in leading and delivering this transformative project.  

You’ll will be responsible for ensuring the successful delivery and operational performance of the SZC Project within EPR-E, overseeing all activities to ensure they align with contractual obligations and project expectations. You will be a crucial role in monitoring overall project performance, ensuring targets and milestones are met efficiently.   Additionally, this position involves providing strategic leadership and support to the Project Director, including stepping in to manage key responsibilities, engaging with SZC Client teams, and representing the project in critical governance meetings and committees. With line management responsibility for the UK-based SZC teams, the Deputy Project Director plays an integral role in driving collaboration, maintaining project momentum, and ensuring seamless execution across all aspects of delivery.  This is a unique opportunity to be part of a world-class engineering team driving the future of clean energy in the UK.     Pay, benefits and culture   Alongside a competitive starting salary (negotiable depending on experience), bonus and a market-leading pension scheme, your package will include a range of benefits, from the big and formal to the small and personal.   We’re talking about everything from enhanced parental leave to electric vehicle leasing, health insurance to product discounts, critical illness insurance to technology vouchers, gym membership to season ticket loans.   At EDF UK, we embrace flexibility while recognising that everyone's working needs are different. Whether you're in our office spaces, on site, or working remotely, we promote an environment that supports collaboration, connection, and comfort. No matter where you are, our priority is to make sure you feel safe, valued, and celebrated. Here, we do right by each other and everyone’s welcome. We’re on an action-oriented journey, championing equity, diversity, and inclusion. We’d like our future workforce to have an equal gender balance, represent a broad mix of people from minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+, those with a disability and supporting social mobility.     We’re a disability confident employer and we’ll do all we can to help with your application. Please let us know if you need to request reasonable adjustments.   We take pride in fostering a dynamic and inclusive environment, where the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our employees drive fresh thinking and innovation. We understand that success means different things to different people. We believe there are multiple definitions of what it means to succeed. That’s why we support you to pursue a career that’s unique to you. Because success is personal.   What you’ll be doing   As the deputy to the SZC Project Director (NI), you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the successful delivery and operational performance of all UK-based activities within EPR-E, meeting key safety, quality, time, and cost objectives. You will provide oversight of overall project delivery, ensuring all activities are executed in full compliance with the SZC contract, including the technical work packages required for design replication and engineering.   Additionally, you'll lead NI Project Management and Engineering Management, overseeing technical integration, configuration management, data, and tools on behalf of the SZC NI Project Director.   A key part of your role will be the appointment of senior UK-based management positions, ensuring the right leadership is in place to drive success. Beyond these core responsibilities, you'll act as a trusted delegate, stepping in to support or take direct responsibility for project leadership activities as needed, including representing the Project Director in interactions with SZC Client teams to maintain strong collaboration and alignment.    Who you are  To succeed in this role, you'll need strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills, fostering a positive and high-performing team culture. You'll be comfortable leading in complex environments, balancing priorities, and working inclusively within a multicultural, multi-disciplinary team. A natural mentor and motivator, you'll support career development while promoting trust, engagement, and teamwork. With a calm and solution-focused mindset, you'll navigate challenges effectively, ensuring a supportive and safety-driven work environment where people thrive. Additional requirements include:  Essential Skills & Experience: Degree-level qualification in a relevant field. Experience in a senior engineering, leadership, or project management role. Extensive experience in nuclear new build projects, EPR, or PWR technology. Proven ability to manage large-scale engineering projects within a regulated industry. Strong commercial acumen, with experience in contract management and budgeting. Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.  Desirable: Working knowledge of French and willingness to travel to France for business need.  Experience engaging with nuclear regulators.   Apply today and join us in helping Britain achieve Net Zero.  Closing date for applications: Tuesday 18th March     Success is personal. It’s your journey, powered by us. Join us and we’ll help Britain achieve Net Zero, together.   #HinkleyPointCJobs #LI-Hybrid #DestinationNuclear #EDFNuclearJobs