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Job Description Sizewell C. The power of good for Britain. Location: Sizewell C, Leiston, Suffolk (minimum 3 days a week onsite with occasional weekends). Contract: Permanent, full-time. Salary: Competitive depending on experience plus benefits. Benefits: • 10% CIP bonus, • 28 days holiday, plus bank holidays, • Contributory pension of up to 7.5% employee / up to15% employer, • Life Assurance -eight times of annual salary., • Ongoing professional development Lead Surveyor – Shape the Future of UK Infrastructure Are you a seasoned Survey Lead ready to drive a unified, high-performing approach to topographical surveying? Sizewell C is seeking a dynamic professional to lead our newly established centralized survey team. About the Role As Survey Lead, you’ll manage and implement the centralized Sizewell C Survey Team, ensuring consistent, high-quality survey services across all phases of this nationally significant infrastructure project. You’ll head up ‘Team Survey’-a core group overseeing topographical surveying across multiple contracts and workforces. You’ll lead Senior Area Surveyors across three key workstreams. • Survey Control Team, • Core Surveying Team, • Specialist Survey Teams (including tunnelling, backfill, laser scanning, completion surveys, off-site surveys, and BIM) Key Responsibilities • Develop and maintain the SZC Survey Strategy and Task Information Delivery Plans (TIDPs), • Oversee all land and aerial survey operations, including control networks and monitoring, • Ensure compliance with safety, legal, and regulatory standards (ONR, LC12, LC19), • Manage survey data quality, equipment calibration, and as-built records, • Coordinate with contractors, stakeholders, and regulators, • Lead recruitment, training, and performance management, • Approve survey methods, calculations, and reports, • Conduct audits and manage non-conformances, • Promote a strong safety and quality culture Tools & Technologies used:, • Survey data management and processing tools, • Geospatial data systems (e.g., GIS), • Project CDE platforms Essential: • Proven leadership in managing teams in a large-scale infrastructure survey operations, • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, • Analytical mindset with problem-solving capabilities, • Degree in Surveying, Geomatics, or related field, • Chartered status (RICS or CICES), • Experience with UAV/drone survey integration, • Familiarity with nuclear or regulated infrastructure projects, • Knowledge of digital construction and geospatial data systems, • Be part of a transformative project supporting the UK’s net-zero goals, • Work alongside industry leaders and government stakeholders, • Enjoy career-defining opportunities in a collaborative, innovative environment If you're driven by purpose and ready to contribute to one of the UK’s most ambitious infrastructure projects, we want to hear from you. Let’s build a cleaner, greener future together. Apply now! Additional Information Join the team at Sizewell C. Our vision is to Lead The Way On Nuclear . The Sizewell C team is one of the most exciting and largest new megaprojects in the UK, whilst being at the forefront of the UK’s climate change agenda and energy policy. We have begun constructing a 3.2-gigawatt nuclear power station on the Suffolk coast in the East of England replicating, wherever possible, the design used for Hinkley Point C, another nuclear power station being built in Somerset. When built, Sizewell C will be one of the largest power stations to operate in the UK. The power station will generate low carbon electricity for at least 60 years, supplying over 6 million homes and supporting around 7% of the UK’s current electricity needs. Our vision is to Lead The Way On Nuclear . We want Sizewell C to define what good leadership for the nuclear industry and British infrastructure looks like and deliver on it. We understand the feats of organisation, logistics, collaboration and imagination that building nuclear requires. We are building for the next generation for their home-grown energy, energy price stability and ultra-low carbon power in abundance. We also want to set the benchmark for maximising long-lasting social value as we build and demonstrate how smart collaboration can work for the benefit of communities – locally, regionally and nationally. We are the first nuclear power station in the UK to be funded under the Regulated Asset Base funding model (RAB). Our largest shareholder is the UK Government, alongside equity partners La Caisse, Centrica, EDF and Amber Infrastructure. Sizewell C operates within a complex and fast-moving stakeholder environment, engaging with a wide range of partners including government bodies, regulators, local communities, supply chain partners, and international collaborators. This makes Sizewell C a uniquely stimulating place to work — where navigating evolving priorities, balancing interests, and building trusted relationships is just as critical as technical excellence. For those who thrive in dynamic, multi-dimensional settings, it offers unmatched professional challenge and growth. When joining Sizewell C, you may wonder why you are contacted by colleagues with an EDF email or see the EDF logo on portals that you access and/or documentation you receive; this is because we have partnered with EDF for the provision of a number of support services whilst we complete a successful transition out of the EDF group. At Sizewell C we encourage and embrace diversity and how it can improve our experience and performance at work. It is a requirement that those who join us have the right to work in the UK. Whilst sponsorship may be a possibility that we can explore, we are fully committed to local recruitment where possible, and those already holding the right to work in the UK. To be appointed to this role, you will need to meet the criteria for Security Vetting, which will, ordinarily, require you to have been a resident of the UK for at least three of the past five years. By submitting an application to this role, you acknowledge that you have read and understood Sizewell C’s employee ___ and EDF's employee ___. Just to let you know, EDF will be processing and sharing information about your application on behalf of Sizewell C.

Job Description Project Manager – Conventional Island (Electrical) Location: London, Bristol or Suffolk (Hybrid working - minimum 3 days on in the office) with frequent travel required Salary: Circa £78,949 + bonus +excellent benefits including up to 5% bonus, contributory pension employee up to 7.5% employer up to 15%, 28 days annual leave + bank holidays, opportunity to buy and sell holiday, benefits portal with optional purchases such as private healthcare, dental cover, critical illness, electric car schemes, etc. Contract Type: Permanent, full time Closing Date: Sunday 31st January 2026 Join Sizewell C - Powering the Future Sizewell C is one of the most exciting and important infrastructure projects in the UK. As part of EDF’s commitment to a low carbon future, we’re building a new nuclear power station on the Suffolk coast that will provide reliable, clean energy for generations. Working on Sizewell C means being part of a diverse, forward thinking team that values innovation, collaboration, and sustainability. We offer: • A modern, agile working environment, • Nationally recognised flexible benefits, • A strong commitment to diversity and inclusion This is a unique opportunity to lead the delivery of high value electrical engineering contracts and working on Sizewell C’s new 400kV grid connection and on the Power Transmission building within the Conventional Island (CI) scope of the Sizewell C project. You’ll be at the heart of a regulated, complex infrastructure programme, managing the full lifecycle of electrical projects from design through to commissioning. You’ll work alongside a multidisciplinary teams including various stakeholders in a role that offers autonomy, flexibility, and the chance to influence one of the UK’s most significant energy developments. What You’ll Be Doing • Manging bilateral connection agreements with National Grid, • Managing complex protection and control interfaces between the power plant and the National Grid, • Overseeing land & legal negotiations to achieve agreement in accordance with the schedule, • Supporting the tender phase and delivery phase of electrical packages of work, • Developing construction schedules and interfaces, • Managing discrete technical work packages, • Managing complex interfaces, • Managing Power transmission substation contracts, • Drive and Supervise design, engineering and construction activities for the grid connection and the Power transmission substation, • Driving delivery of high-voltage electrical systems and infrastructure, • Managing internal and external interfaces to ensure coordinated project execution, • Implementing site-specific design changes and ensuring robust pricing, • Engaging with stakeholders, suppliers, and senior leadership teams Essential • Degree in Electrical Engineering or other technical equivalent, • 5+ years of project management experience in high voltage/electrical engineering environment, • Experience working with National Grid or any TSO (Transmission System operator), • Experience in leading Multidisciplinary teams and Contractors, • Previous major project experience, • Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, • Strong abilities in Budgeting, scheduling and risk management, • Background in high voltage distribution or Substations, or building services, • Experience in regulated industries (e.g. oil & gas, MOD, energy, airports), • Strong technical knowledge of the power transmission system or high voltage electrical systems including protection and control, auxiliary systems ., • Must already be working and a resident in the United Kingdom, • Nuclear industry experience, • Chartered Engineer status, • Knowledge of EPR electrical distribution design principles and Safety Classification, • Knowledge about Grid Code, Relevant Electrical Standards (RES) and Interconnection agreements Apply now and be part of a project that’s shaping the UK’s energy landscape. Additional Information Join the team at Sizewell C. Our vision is to Lead The Way On Nuclear . The Sizewell C team is one of the most exciting and largest new megaprojects in the UK, whilst being at the forefront of the UK’s climate change agenda and energy policy. We have begun constructing a 3.2-gigawatt nuclear power station on the Suffolk coast in the East of England replicating, wherever possible, the design used for Hinkley Point C, another nuclear power station being built in Somerset. When built, Sizewell C will be one of the largest power stations to operate in the UK. The power station will generate low carbon electricity for at least 60 years, supplying over 6 million homes and supporting around 7% of the UK’s current electricity needs. Our vision is to Lead The Way On Nuclear . We want Sizewell C to define what good leadership for the nuclear industry and British infrastructure looks like and deliver on it. We understand the feats of organisation, logistics, collaboration and imagination that building nuclear requires. We are building for the next generation for their home-grown energy, energy price stability and ultra-low carbon power in abundance. We also want to set the benchmark for maximising long-lasting social value as we build and demonstrate how smart collaboration can work for the benefit of communities – locally, regionally and nationally. We are the first nuclear power station in the UK to be funded under the Regulated Asset Base funding model (RAB). Our largest shareholder is the UK Government, alongside equity partners La Caisse, Centrica, EDF and Amber Infrastructure. Sizewell C operates within a complex and fast-moving stakeholder environment, engaging with a wide range of partners including government bodies, regulators, local communities, supply chain partners, and international collaborators. This makes Sizewell C a uniquely stimulating place to work — where navigating evolving priorities, balancing interests, and building trusted relationships is just as critical as technical excellence. For those who thrive in dynamic, multi-dimensional settings, it offers unmatched professional challenge and growth. When joining Sizewell C, you may wonder why you are contacted by colleagues with an EDF email or see the EDF logo on portals that you access and/or documentation you receive; this is because we have partnered with EDF for the provision of a number of support services whilst we complete a successful transition out of the EDF group. At Sizewell C we encourage and embrace diversity and how it can improve our experience and performance at work. It is a requirement that those who join us have the right to work in the UK. Whilst sponsorship may be a possibility that we can explore, we are fully committed to local recruitment where possible, and those already holding the right to work in the UK. To be appointed to this role, you will need to meet the criteria for Security Vetting, which will, ordinarily, require you to have been a resident of the UK for at least three of the past five years. By submitting an application to this role, you acknowledge that you have read and understood Sizewell C’s employee ___ and EDF's employee ___. Just to let you know, EDF will be processing and sharing information about your application on behalf of Sizewell C.

Job Description Sizewell C. The power of good for Britain. Site Delivery Lead (Heavy Civils) - Construction Director Level Location : Leiston, Suffolk, 5 days a week onsite, with travel to other locations. Salary: Senior Lead -competitive, dependent on experience. Contract : Permanent, Full-time Benefits : 10% bonus, £6900 car allowance, contributory pension up to 7.5% employee/15% employer, private healthcare, flexible benefits fund Closing Date: Sunday 25 Jauary 2026. Be part of one of the UK’s most significant infrastructure delivery programmes. We’re looking for a seasoned Site Delivery Lead – Civils to join the Sizewell C project, supporting the delivery of one of Europe’s largest low-carbon energy developments. This is a high-impact role, responsible for leading a major section of the site delivery footprint, encompassing heavy civils, concrete structures, marine works and complex infrastructure packages . Working client-side within the Principal Contractor framework, you’ll provide leadership across capital works and civils delivery, ensuring safe, efficient progress on a scale rarely seen in the UK construction landscape. This includes overseeing a portfolio of works across major civils, enabling works, networks, and large-scale buildings as part of a coordinated programme approach. What you’ll be doing: • Lead and manage a team of senior managers responsible for the successful delivery of civils packages on site, • Oversee Principal Contractor duties in line with CDM regulations and SZC’s safety culture, • Manage cross-programme and alliance interfaces – including MEH and Civils alliances, • Drive delivery performance against key metrics – safety, schedule, budget, and scope, • Ensure integration of all site-based activities and interface management with key delivery functions, • Own the programme execution strategy for your area, working in alignment with the overall infrastructure delivery roadmap, • Influence and lead matrix teams including quality, safety, and technical assurance functions, • Deep experience in heavy civils , major infrastructure , marine civils , or tunnelling , construction ideally on mega projects, • Proven delivery in a Tier 1 contractor environment or in a client-side programme leadership role, • Hands-on experience with reinforced concrete structures, high-integrity formwork, deep foundations, or large-scale earthworks, • Strong track record in managing multi-disciplinary teams through all phases of the project lifecycle, • Ability to lead NEC/FIDIC contract delivery and manage complex commercial interfaces, • Experience working in regulated or high-hazard environments, ideally nuclear or comparable, • Professional qualification in Civil or Structural Engineering (CEng / Fellow preferred), • A collaborative, solution-driven mindset with a focus on delivery and continuous improvement, • Proficiency in estimating, scheduling, programming, and risk tools, • Experience managing contractors, consultants, and advisors on large, regulated projects, • Excellent communication, influencing, and facilitation skills, • Detailed understanding of EPR design and nuclear quality assurance, • Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering / Construction Management (or equivalent), • Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Fellow (ICE, IStructE, CIOB) preferred This is a pivotal role in the success of Sizewell C. You’ll be joining the project at a critical stage, with the opportunity to grow alongside it. As a Site Delivery Leader, you will guide and inspire teams to deliver excellence, innovation, and safety on one of the UK’s most significant infrastructure projects. Be part of a team that values collaboration and continuous improvement, and help deliver a project that will power millions of homes for generations. Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now and be part of something extraordinary. Additional Information Join the team at Sizewell C. Our vision is to Lead The Way On Nuclear . The Sizewell C team is one of the most exciting and largest new megaprojects in the UK, whilst being at the forefront of the UK’s climate change agenda and energy policy. We have begun constructing a 3.2-gigawatt nuclear power station on the Suffolk coast in the East of England replicating, wherever possible, the design used for Hinkley Point C, another nuclear power station being built in Somerset. When built, Sizewell C will be one of the largest power stations to operate in the UK. The power station will generate low carbon electricity for at least 60 years, supplying over 6 million homes and supporting around 7% of the UK’s current electricity needs. Our vision is to Lead The Way On Nuclear . We want Sizewell C to define what good leadership for the nuclear industry and British infrastructure looks like and deliver on it. We understand the feats of organisation, logistics, collaboration and imagination that building nuclear requires. We are building for the next generation for their home-grown energy, energy price stability and ultra-low carbon power in abundance. We also want to set the benchmark for maximising long-lasting social value as we build and demonstrate how smart collaboration can work for the benefit of communities – locally, regionally and nationally. We are the first nuclear power station in the UK to be funded under the Regulated Asset Base funding model (RAB). Our largest shareholder is the UK Government, alongside equity partners La Caisse, Centrica, EDF and Amber Infrastructure. Sizewell C operates within a complex and fast-moving stakeholder environment, engaging with a wide range of partners including government bodies, regulators, local communities, supply chain partners, and international collaborators. This makes Sizewell C a uniquely stimulating place to work — where navigating evolving priorities, balancing interests, and building trusted relationships is just as critical as technical excellence. For those who thrive in dynamic, multi-dimensional settings, it offers unmatched professional challenge and growth. When joining Sizewell C, you may wonder why you are contacted by colleagues with an EDF email or see the EDF logo on portals that you access and/or documentation you receive; this is because we have partnered with EDF for the provision of a number of support services whilst we complete a successful transition out of the EDF group. At Sizewell C we encourage and embrace diversity and how it can improve our experience and performance at work. It is a requirement that those who join us have the right to work in the UK. Whilst sponsorship may be a possibility that we can explore, we are fully committed to local recruitment where possible, and those already holding the right to work in the UK. To be appointed to this role, you will need to meet the criteria for Security Vetting, which will, ordinarily, require you to have been a resident of the UK for at least three of the past five years. By submitting an application to this role, you acknowledge that you have read and understood Sizewell C’s employee ___ and EDF's employee ___. Just to let you know, EDF will be processing and sharing information about your application on behalf of Sizewell C.

About The Role Right across infrastructure, theres a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. Whatever stage youre at in your career, with us youll have an opportunity to grow and develop. Delivering essential infrastructure services for life, while being safety first, and client and customer centric in a friendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to thrive. Where will you be working? We help our clients safeguard the water supply, improve environmental performance and manage demand for future generations. We enhance and extend asset life, ensuring compliance with water quality and environmental standards. Were problem solvers with over 140 years of combined experience in engineering and infrastructure. This role will be within ourWater and wastewater capital project delivery team.Our teams deliver large-scale capital programmes aimed at keeping water infrastructure resilient for the long-term while protecting the environment. Want to be a part of it? What will you be doing? Asa Civil Operative you'llbe part of our?construction team?working with a Gangerwho are responsible?for?Contract Support. You'll be working on the IOS contract for Anglian Water, supporting theoperationsand completing civil installations in the Anglian Water Region You'll set up and maintain a safe sight along with handling any excavations. We'll need you to handle the shuttering for concrete pours and steelwork for any concrete structures. You'll be handling pipework, DI, Electrofusion and butt welding. You'll manage plant and site materials along with a variety of other activities to support the contract. What youll bring Do you have aNRWSRA andStreetworks accreditation? Do you hold a10t Dumper NPORS or equivalent? Have you got a Clean water hygiene card? This is desirable Do you hold a valid UK driving license? Are youFirst Aid trained? This is desirable Are youCat & Genny trained? Whats in it for you? We offer a range of benefits designed to support your life in and out of work, some of which include; Matched or contributory pension scheme Online GP service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year Employee assistance programme My Rewards portal, access to 1000s of retail discounts Life assurance Cycle to work, salary finance and give as you earn schemes Enhanced maternity, paternity leave and adoption leave Reward and recognition scheme In addition, this role offers; Company van/vehicle and fuel card for business use Health Care Cash Plan, giving you the ability to claim back medical expenses for things like dental, eyecare and physiotherapy and much more! Discretionary bonus scheme Recommend a friend get rewarded for introducing people to us! Standby / Overtime / Call out 21 days plus bank holiday, rising to 25 days with service Personal Accident Cover About us We want to be an employer of choice and a great place to work, attracting diverse and talented people, who join us and make a difference. Were one of the Top 100 UK companies actively supporting and recruiting army veterans. Our ENABLE inclusion networks bring together people who have a shared passion, to help create an environment where everyone belongs. Our values help to shape our culture and how we work with one another. We recruit with these values in mind, to ensure your aspirations, and ways of working, align with ours. Were responsible and go further for our people, clients, communities and the planet Were open and seek new and better ways of exceeding expectations Were together and as one team; the whole is greater than the sum of the parts Were ambitious and embrace opportunity, to lead essential infrastructure services for life Whether youre a trainee, apprentice or graduate, or progressing through your career, our people benefit from industry recognised programmes, training and development. Its an exceptional time to be a part of M Group. Please note: Occasionally, job adverts might be closed before the stated closing date. Do apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is considered. For certain roles, successful candidates will be subject to 3rdparty background checks as part of the hiring process. Some roles require drug and alcohol testing as part of induction and onboarding. #MGroupW INDSTA#LI-LK1 TPBN1_UKTJ

About The Role Right across infrastructure, theres a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. Whatever stage youre at in your career, with us youll have an opportunity to grow and develop. Delivering essential infrastructure services for life, while being safety first, and client and customer centric in a friendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to thrive. Where will you be working? We help our clients safeguard the water supply, improve environmental performance and manage demand for future generations. We enhance and extend asset life, ensuring compliance with water quality and environmental standards. Were problem solvers with over 140 years of combined experience in engineering and infrastructure. This role will be within ourwater and wastewater capital project delivery team. Our teams deliver large-scale capital programmes aimed at keeping water infrastructure resilient for the long-term while protecting the environment. Want to be a part of it? What will you be doing? As our Temporary Works manager you'll be working on our Anglian Water Contract in the Anglian Water region. You'll oversee a project from initiation to completion, taking full responsibility for all aspects of temporary works planning. Conducting Category 1 and Categories 2 and 3 checks on the temporary works for our Anglian Water client, as well as their subcontractors' sites. You'll assist the development of Category 0 Standard Solutions in collaboration with the Temporary Works and Design teams across the water division. Conduct regular reviews of Anglian Water procedures and processes to ensure compliance with legal requirements and adopt the latest industry best practices. you'll be undertaking delegated activities from the C-DI to ensure Workbook One (Appointments) and Workbook Two (Project Registers) provide a consistent approach across the north and water division Be an active team member of the water division Temporary Works Working Group and to drive best practices across the water division Preparing and checking a variety of temporary works designs.Assisting with associated Anglian Water permits and third-party requirements. You'll be providing technical support and advice to the Design and Delivery teams.Undertaking temporary works audits in line with MGroup Water quality procedures and BS5975:2024 requirements. What youll bring Hold regular status meetings with project teams and clients. Active member of the design and operation teams in driving the project forward whilst embracing innovation and alternate working methods. Visible health & safety leadership Embrace innovation and new ways of working Communicates effectively with clients to identify needs and evaluate alternative technical solutions Make effective use of available training opportunities Seeks and participates in personal development opportunities with the professional development of an accredited body. Whats in it for you? We offer a range of benefits designed to support your life in and out of work, some of which include; Matchedpension scheme Online GP service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year Employee assistance programme My Rewards portal, access to 1000s of retail discounts Life assurance Cycle to work, salary finance and give as you earn schemes Enhanced maternity, paternity leave and adoption leave Reward and recognition scheme In addition, this role offers; Company car and fuel card with a range of EV and hybrid vehicles to choose from My Car Choice our salary sacrifice EV/ Hybrid car scheme Private health care for you Health Care Cash Plan, giving you the ability to claim back medical expenses for things like dental, eyecare and physiotherapy and much more! Discretionary bonus scheme 25days annual leave plus bank holidays Personal Accident Cover About us We want to be an employer of choice and a great place to work, attracting diverse and talented people, who join us and make a difference. Were one of the Top 100 UK companies actively supporting and recruiting army veterans. Our ENABLE inclusion networks bring together people who have a shared passion, to help create an environment where everyone belongs. Our values help to shape our culture and how we work with one another. We recruit with these values in mind, to ensure your aspirations, and ways of working, align with ours. Were responsible and go further for our people, clients, communities and the planet Were open and seek new and better ways of exceeding expectations Were together and as one team; the whole is greater than the sum of the parts Were ambitious and embrace opportunity, to lead essential infrastructure services for life Whether youre a trainee, apprentice or graduate, or progressing through your career, our people benefit from industry recognised programmes, training and development. Its an exceptional time to be a part of M Group. Please note: Occasionally, job adverts might be closed before the stated closing date. Do apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is considered. For certain roles, successful candidates will be subject to 3rdparty background checks as part of the hiring process. Some roles require drug and alcohol testing as part of induction and onboarding. #MGroupW#LI-LK1 TPBN1_UKTJ