Programme Engineering Manager
Sizewell C · Bristol, England, United Kingdom · £70K–£90K/yr
Utilities · 201-500 employees
About the role
The Programme Engineering Manager acts as the primary link between the Technical Directorate and delivery programmes to ensure seamless technical integration. They are responsible for leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams, managing direct reports, and fostering a culture of accountability and safety.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must hold a degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and possess significant experience in engineering management for large-scale infrastructure projects. Proficiency in complex regulatory environments and strong negotiation skills are essential for success in this role.
Benefits
Full description
Programme Engineering Manager
Location: Based in Bristol, 3-2 days minimum per week - can be flexible - travel to other sites may be required
Contract: Permanent, full-time.
Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 dependant on experience, plus benefits
Benefits include:
- Annual Leave: 28 days per annum, increasing to 30 days after 5 years of service, plus bank holidays.
- Bonus: Up to 10% annual bonus.
- Pension Contributions: Defined Contribution Pension Scheme with up to 7.5% employee contribution 15% employer contribution.
- Flexible Benefits: Additional allowance for a variety of benefits including.
Closing Date: 31st August 2026
Sizewell C is entering an exciting phase of growth as we mature into an independent organisation and continue building one of the UK’s largest and most important energy projects. We’re looking for a senior culture specialist who can help shape the organisation we want to become.
This role sits at the heart of our HR function and focuses on creating a company-wide culture that is inclusive, high performing and firmly rooted in nuclear safety. You’ll work closely with the Executive Team, Corporate Strategy, Maturity colleagues and the wider HR community to lead cultural transformation, develop our new employee value proposition, and embed the behaviours that will carry us through decades of delivery.
About the Role
As the Programme Engineering Manager for one of the associated programs, you’ll be the crucial connection between the Sizewell C Technical Directorate and our delivery programmes. You’ll be embedded within your programme, ensuring the seamless integration of technical expertise to meet objectives and priorities.
In this role you will:
Lead and co‑ordinate a high‑performing, multi‑disciplinary engineering team drawn from the Technical Directorate, Delivery Programmes and Nuclear Services. As a PEM you'll have responsibility for managing direct reports, with a growing team engineers within the Technical Directorate.
Provide visible, proactive leadership to the multi‑disciplinary team, offering clear direction, expert guidance and timely support to enable individuals and teams to deliver against demanding project objectives.
Lead by example setting and reinforcing the expected project behaviours, culture, and standards and creating an environment where accountability, collaboration and excellence are the norm.
Qualifications & Skills:
To thrive in this role, you’ll need a blend of leadership, technical expertise, and adaptability in complex environments:
- A degree in Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering
- Proven experience in engineering management within large-scale infrastructure projects.
- Highly effective negotiator, skilled in reaching counsel and consensus with senior stakeholders across the business.
- A passion for delivering high-quality solutions in complex, fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to build and lead diverse teams.
- Expertise in design processes and technical design systems.
- Experience in complex, high-safety regulatory environments.
- Skilled in engineering systems, documentation, and nuclear specifications (e.g., BTR, BTS).
- French language speaking would be advantageous.
Why Join Us
- A major infrastructure project with national impact
- Hybrid working with flexibility built in
- Competitive salary, bonus and benefits
- Clear progression and development opportunities
- Supportive, collaborative team environment
Behavioural Competences
Humility
- Recognise the value brought from different cultures and experiences
- Be open to other’s points of view and ideas, be willing to debate and to compromise
Positivity
- Positively challenge poor quality and performance
- Identify solutions at the lowest possible level
- Encourage tier 1s and others to bring new ideas forward
Respect
- Value the rules and environment in which we operate
- Give and receive feedback with respect
- Embrace and engage with new people and ideas
Solidarity
- One team, working closely together and helping each other
- Empowered teams always looking forward.
- Shared responsibility for delivery the project outcomes
Clarity
- Communicate clearly and consistently
- Promote collaboration and team alignment
- Clearer and faster decision making
- Drive simplification at all levels
If this sounds like the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today.
