Job Description

Specialized in civil engineering and engineering structures, Bouygues Travaux Publics is one of the world leaders in the fields of land use planning and sustainable infrastructure construction. Bouygues Travaux Publics is committed to diversity and is open to all talents.

Quality Lead – Marine and Tunnelling

As part of the CWA (Civil Works Alliance) we will support the building for Sizewell C. Sizewell C will be a 3.2-gigawatt power station generating low-carbon electricity for around 6 million homes and will play a key role in our energy future, supplying reliable, clean electricity for at least 60 years.

What You Will Do

As Quality Lead for Marine and Tunnelling (M&T), the successful candidate will provide senior quality leadership across a complex, highly regulated delivery environment. They will lead the M&T quality team and work with section and Alliance leaders to support safe, compliant and right-first-time outcomes.

• Translate Alliance quality strategy into effective arrangements across the M&T scope.
• Advise and constructively challenge the M&T Leadership Team on quality performance, risks and emerging issues.
• Lead quality assurance, audits, surveillance, non-conformance management, corrective action and certification readiness.
• Use performance insight to identify systemic risks and direct targeted improvements.
• Lead the resolution of significant quality issues and embed lessons learned across teams and suppliers.
• Support the development of quality capability, competence and resources across M&T.

What We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate will bring strong quality leadership experience from major civil engineering construction, nuclear or similarly regulated infrastructure programmes, alongside the credibility to influence a wide range of stakeholders.

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quality Management or a related discipline.
• Chartered professional status in quality, engineering or an equivalent discipline.
• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor qualification, or equivalent.
• Significant experience leading quality in major civil engineering construction; major tunnelling experience is highly desirable.
• Expert knowledge of quality management systems, assurance and progressive assurance across construction delivery.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams across multiple scopes and locations, and working with suppliers and delivery teams.
• Experience engaging with clients, regulators and third-party assurance bodies, including in relation to nuclear safety classified works.
• Strong analytical, communication, coaching and stakeholder-management skills, with a track record of resolving systemic issues and driving sustained improvement.

What We Will Offer You

The CWA is a single delivery organization made up of the client (Sizewell C) and three parent companies - Balfour Beatty, Bouygues, and Laing O'Rourke - which offers industry-leading packages including market-leading salaries, generous annual leave entitlements, pension scheme, and other flexible benefits.

About Us

The Civil Works Alliance brings together Sizewell C and its delivery partners to support the construction of the project. Our work is guided by five shared values: Humility, Positivity, Respect, Solidarity and Clarity.

Diversity Statement

The CWA celebrates the creativity and innovation that comes from a diverse workforce, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds — especially those from under-represented communities. Our project is built on five core values: Humility, Positivity, Respect, Solidarity, and Clarity. By joining us, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work, speak up, and share your ideas. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. We are committed to protecting your privacy. If you decide to apply, please avoid including sensitive personal data in your CV.