Join Us in Building the Future of Clean Energy!

At the Civil Works Alliance (CWA), we are at the forefront of innovation and sustainability, spearheading the Sizewell C project - a 3.2-gigawatt power station that will provide low-carbon electricity to approximately 6 million homes. Sizewell C is set to become a pivotal component of our energy landscape, delivering reliable, clean electricity for at least the next 60 years. As we move into this exciting phase, we invite you to be part of this monumental journey.

We are currently seeking a Senior Marine Engineer to join our dedicated team in London - St. Martin’s Court. As a crucial member of the Marine & Tunnelling Portion within the Engineering and Technical team, to support development of construction methods and temporary works, and the associated design assumptions, functional requirements, and temporary load states for the offshore installation of Reinforced Concrete (RC) permanent works structures in the North Sea.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accountable for developing construction sequences and methodologies related to the offshore construction of RC and steel structures, heavy lifting and transportation, extraction and rock placement including:
  • • Review the Clients’ Design to assess buildability and compatibility of the Design to the agreed methods of works
    • Market engagement, supplier capabilities review and construction method evaluation.
    • Development of detailed design briefs and construction assumptions to inform detailed designs by lead design consultant(s);
    • Overall methods development for key offshore construction activities, transportation and pre-construction activities for installation;
• Role shall support supply chain and construction delivery teams for the development of delivery strategies for near shore and offshore construction activities, materials and asset handling.
• Role shall support the definition of functional and performance requirements of the designs to support the preferred methods, and assist Engineering and Design managers to ensure the progression of asset designs is in line with construction methods.
• Role shall support the development of cost estimates and programmes relating to forecasting the defined construction activities.
• In development of these solutions’ candidate shall support existing and future planned Early Contractor Involvement contracts with supply chain, including:
  • • Construction of offshore temporary shafts with emphasis on secant piling technologies
    • Offshore dredging and excavation
    • Nearshore / offshore heavy transportation and lifting strategies
    • Offshore batching and placement of cementitious materials (e.g. grout, concrete, etc.)
    • Solutions for offshore drilling with and without the use of large diameter temporary casings
• Assist development of sourcing and procurement strategies, and assist procurement team to prepare invitation to tenders for relevant subcontracted scope of works (e.g. procedures and specifications, scope of works, assessment of the offers, selection of preferred bidder, etc.)
• Role shall support the identification and recording of construction risks relating to the methods, ensure that mitigations are feasible to deliver and defined in terms of methods, cost and time, and will ensure that residual risks are recorded and communicated to construction delivery teams.
• Report regularly on status and resolution of these activities to satisfy the delivery programme priorities.
• Lead a team of engineers and CAD technicians who support in the above tasks.

What We’re Looking For:

• A minimum of a 2:2 BEng (Hons) or BSc (Hons) in Mechanical, Civil, or Structural Engineering.
• Good working knowledge of Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015
• Extensive relevant experience of planning, designing, or executing offshore construction and operations using Jack-up platforms, workboats or vessels with Dynamic Positioning (DP) systems.
• Demonstrable experience on major projects in technical roles within the contractor’s organisation (Engineering, Design, Methods), with evidence of team leadership and work coordination in the context of design-for-construction.

Desirable Attributes:

• Professional accreditation or progress towards it.
• Experience with DCO and MMO License applications.
• Marine operation planning experience and/or experience working nearshore/offshore.
• Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) certified with temporary works design experience, in particular offshore applications.
• Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) certification.

Why Join Us?

By joining CWA, you’ll be at the heart of a project that’s setting benchmarks in sustainability and engineering excellence. You’ll work alongside industry experts and contribute to a pioneering project with long-lasting impacts. The role initially offers a vibrant working environment in London with occasional travel to suppliers and project locations, transitioning to East Anglia for site-specific activities in the future.

Take the next step in your career and become an integral part of our mission to power millions of homes with clean, reliable energy. Click to apply and start your journey with the Civil Works Alliance today!