Civil Team Lead - Nuclear
Engie · Bristol
Civil Team Lead – SZC Reactor Building
Bristol, United Kingdom
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Are you ready to make a difference? Then we look forward to meeting you!
What we offer
Tractebel is more than a place to work. It’s your chance to evolve alongside top experts on impactful projects around the world. It’s an environment built on team spirit, where you can reach your highest potential. With opportunities for quick career progression in a dynamic and challenging environment, your growth knows no limits.
- We actively support the development of our people through complementary trainings within the ENGIE Group, and international career evolution is possible.
- We offer a competitive salary package, and generous holiday allowance of 28 days plus bank holidays. We also cover subscription fees for one relevant professional institute per year.
- We value autonomy and offer flexible work patterns.
- Our offices include an in-house canteen and gym facilities to support your well-being.
- To celebrate our successes, and just have fun, we get together for team sports, afterworks, team-building activities, our annual party, and more.
Your mission
We are looking for a motivated and experienced Civil Engineer to work as the Reactor Building Team Lead on the design of the Sizewell C (SZC) nuclear powerplant, as well as our future pipeline of projects. You will provide your expertise to successfully deliver our projects, in collaboration with clients, contractors, stakeholders and our project teams.
The key responsibilities will include:
- Leading the reactor building team in delivering the civil engineering detailed design for the inner containment, outer containment and internal structures for SZC, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
- You will work alongside the reactor building technical lead to set the overall direction for the team and ensure alignment with our scope and specifications.
- Facilitating communication and co-ordination of complex engineering problems between stakeholders, including project team members, clients, and senior management.
- Managing workload and priorities for an international team, located within the UK, France and Romania.
- Identifying and mitigating project risks.
- Supporting our Delivery and Contract Managers in the preparation of claims and variations.
- Developing strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
We would love to hear from people with
To be successful in this role, the ideal candidate would meet the following requirements and criteria:
- Bachelor’s or master’s in Civil or Structural Engineering.
- Chartered with the ICE, IStructE, or with equivalent experience and willingness to obtain.
- Design or Technical Management experience, preferably for major projects in highly regulated industry, e.g. nuclear.
- Background demonstrating strong technical skills in your field of engineering, with experience in delivery technical packages.
- Previous experience in working on HPC or SZC projects is highly beneficial.
- Experience in the use of Ansys or equivalent structural FEM software is highly beneficial.
Who you are
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and inspire project teams.
- Proactive individual who can work collaboratively within a multicultural team.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and mitigate project risks.
Who we are
Our top priorities are people, ethics, safety, and sustainability. With Tractebel, you are uniquely positioned to make a positive impact on global net-zero targets. The driving force behind reaching these goals is our greatest asset: you. Our people come first, and our strength is in our diversity. Because diversity leads to fresh perspectives that drive performance and innovation, we welcome all applicants and remain committed to an inclusive workplace.
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As part of the 96,000-strong ENGIE Group, your career path in pioneering low-carbon solutions around the world knows no limits. Every day is your opportunity to shape a more sustainable world.