Senior Innovation Manager

Help Shape the UK’s Energy Future

Senior Innovation Manager Opportunity with the Civil Works Alliance (CWA), Supporting Sizewell C

As part of the CWA (Civil Works Alliance), you will support the building of 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. This role will be within the CWA Wide Section.

What will you do?

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Innovation Manager to join our Business Improvement & Innovation Centre of Excellence.

The successful candidate will be responsible for a wide variety of innovation and improvement activities to enhance efficiency, productivity, and quality within the Civil Works Alliance.

You will identify, develop, and drive transformative initiatives while championing an innovation culture by aligning overall Alliance vision and values with innovative thinking.

You will train/coach/mentor employees at all levels on the tools and methods that support innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to development of CWA innovation strategy.
• Identify, evaluate, and implement innovative technologies, processes, and methodologies that enhance Sizewell C smart replication.
• Manage a portfolio of innovation projects providing leadership in the day-to-day operations of the activities. While ensuring all innovation initiatives align with nuclear safety, quality, and compliance standards
• Track and report on innovation KPIs and ROI to senior leadership.
• Horizon scanning industry trends, emerging technologies and regulatory developments relevant to nuclear and civil infrastructure.
• Facilitate cross-functional workshops and innovation sprints to generate and develop ideas.
• Collaborate with engineering, digital, and operational teams to pilot and scale innovations.
• Coach project teams on innovation frameworks (e.g., Design Thinking, Lean, Agile).
• Build partnerships with academia, startups, and technology providers.
• Promote an innovation culture; experimentation, learning, and continuous improvement.

What are we looking for?

This role requires a proven expertise in innovation in large and complex civil engineering infrastructure, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Project Management, or a related field. A master’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum 7–10 years of experience in innovation, transformation, or continuous improvement roles within construction or infrastructure.
• Proven track record of delivering innovation in large-scale, complex projects.
• Experience working in or with nuclear, energy, or other highly regulated sectors.
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive cultural change in multi-cutural environments.
• Professional certification in Innovation Management, Change Management, or similar (preferred).
• Digital and data fluency

What we will offer you?

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

About Us

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.

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