Configuration Lead

Job Description

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Location:

London or Bristol (minimum 3 days per week). Working pattern:
We operate on an office‑based contract model, but support hybrid working where possible. This means you’ll need to be based within reasonable travel distance of the office and able to attend in person when business needs require, typically 3 days per week, though this may vary by team or project. Flexibility to be on site when needed is essential.

Salary: £64,000 to £74,000, dependent on experience.

• Annual Leave: 28 days per annum, increasing to 30 days after 5 years of service, plus bank holidays.
• Bonus:
  Up to 5% 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.

Closing Date:
Sunday 11th January 2026

Due to expected high interest, we may close applications early. Interviews are expected to take place in early February 2026.

Are you looking for a career which is rewarding, at the cutting edge of project development and where you can really make a difference? Come and join our expanding Sizewell C (SZC) team and work on one of the most exciting and largest mega projects in the UK, whilst being at the forefront of the UK’s climate change agenda and energy policy.

Following on from the success of the new nuclear power station at Hinkley Point C (HPC), the Sizewell C Project (SZC) in Suffolk is the UK’s next nuclear power new build project...

We’re excited to announce a new opportunity created by the growth of our project and an expanding team! As part of this progress, we are seeking a Configuration Lead to join us and play a pivotal role in one of the UK’s most ambitious and transformative infrastructure programmes.

As a Configuration Lead, you are central to our technical success - embedding robust Configuration Management practices, collaborating across teams and ensuring alignment as we accelerate delivery.

In this role, you’ll work closely with stakeholders, address emerging risks, and simplify complex challenges to keep the project moving forward. Your contribution will strengthen our technical baseline, enhance decision‑making, and improve visibility throughout the programme lifecycle. Through continuous improvement, you’ll help us exceed industry standards and deliver excellence.

You’ll support the Configuration Planning Lead in implementing the Configuration Management Plan and processes. Oversee Configuration Management activities within a key delivery programme, improving standards and tools. Plan and maintain configuration baselines, identify and document Configuration Items, and manage changes effectively. Produce clear status reports and support change control to ensure accurate tracking and closure. Deliver training, conduct audits, and assist with reviews to validate compliance.

Finally, you’ll contribute to Engineering Data and Information Management, aligning tools and processes with project needs.

• Ability to perform and manage all CM processes throughout the full product lifecycle within a similar environment
• Ability to manage Contractors and Suppliers CM interfaces
• Ability to develop, coach and lead the project team (including direct reports) to successfully achieve CM delivery milestones
• Ability to use and implement CM tools for managing Product Data, Asset Data, Requirements, Documents, Drawings and BIM/CAD systems.
• General professional qualities such as accuracy, tenacity, result‑oriented and teamwork‑oriented attitude, and diplomacy.
• Ability to work independently, be pro‑active, report on and elevate relevant issues.
• Good communication/interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written communication.

• Understanding and able to apply CM Standards (Def Stan 05-57/EIA-649/ISO
  10007/CM2/CMMI).
• Knowledge of Systems Engineering and System Life cycles (ISO
  15288).
• Knowledge of Technical/Quality Assurance principles.
• Member of the Institute of CM or similar.
• Six Sigma qualification or similar business improvement qualification.
• Understanding of Nuclear industry standards and business operations

If you thrive in a high‑stakes environment and are ready to help deliver some of the most complex projects in the energy sector, we’d love to hear from you! A Full Job Description Is Available On Application.

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