Lead Civil Engineer

Lead Civil Engineer role at Assystem, supporting delivery on the Sizewell C Main Development Site in Leiston, Suffolk. The role involves leading senior site management teams and coordinating multi-disciplinary delivery across major civil works, networks, buildings, and enabling works.

Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Construction Management
• Chartered Engineer or equivalent senior professional membership preferred
• Proven experience managing projects through full lifecycle delivery
• Strong background in heavy civil engineering or regulated infrastructure
• Experience delivering large-scale EPCM or principal contractor scope
• Demonstrated control of cost, schedule, risk, and change
• Strong understanding of nuclear or equivalent high-integrity quality regimes
• Experience managing NEC or FIDIC-based contracts

Benefits

• Hybrid Working Opportunity
• Flexible working hours
• Market Leading Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution)
• 25 days’ paid annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy or sell days
• Professional fees reimbursed
• Employee referral scheme
• Competitive Sick Pay – Support when you need it
• Income Protection & 3x Salary Death-in-Service Cover
• Free Digital Gym Access – Expert-led fitness classes
• 24/7 Employee Support Line – Mental health, financial & legal help