We currently have an exciting opportunity to join the Civil Works Alliance (CWA) as a Development Consent Order (DCO) Specialist, supporting the delivery of Sizewell C—a 3.2-gigawatt power station set to provide low-carbon electricity to around 6 million UK homes for the next 60 years. This is a unique chance to contribute your expertise to one of the country’s most significant infrastructure projects and help shape a cleaner energy future.

In this key role, you will ensure that the project fully meets its legal and compliance obligations under the DCO, as well as related consents and permits, by advising and supporting both operational and leadership teams. You will be a trusted expert and the main point of contact for all matters related to consent compliance, with direct impact on the success and sustainability of Sizewell C.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing expert advice on environmental matters and DCO compliance to operational teams, applying controls and mitigation measures where necessary
• Acting as the main interface between the project and Sizewell C on all consent and permit issues
• Reviewing work packages and compliance matrices to identify and communicate potential risks, opportunities, and obligations
• Ensuring works requiring consent do not commence until appropriate permits are in place, liaising closely with the supply chain and SZC teams
• Developing, maintaining, and updating Compliance and Commitment Plans, monitoring and reporting compliance across the project
• Building and sustaining relationships with regulators, supply chain partners, and local stakeholders
• Supporting cost development for work packages by identifying risks and opportunities
• Delivering training, toolbox talks, and coaching to project teams to reinforce best practice and compliance
• Investigating incidents of non-compliance and implementing controls to prevent recurrence
• Supporting audits, both internal and facilitated by SZC, as well as producing high-quality reports for internal and external audiences

We’re looking for:

• Solid experience in delivering projects in accordance with a DCO, especially within the utilities, construction, or engineering sector
• Strong understanding of construction programmes and schedules
• Degree-level education in Engineering, Environmental Management, Town Planning, or a related discipline
• Practical knowledge of compliance commitment plans and strategies
• Full UK driver’s licence with flexibility to travel as needed
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to engage with diverse teams and stakeholders
• Proficiency in MS Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook)

It would also be advantageous if you have:

• Internal auditor qualification
• Experience with Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs)
• A Masters degree in a relevant field

At CWA, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture where all backgrounds and perspectives are valued. If you want to make a real difference at the heart of the UK’s energy transformation, please click the following link to apply.