Methods Engineer

Laing O'Rourke group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and construction firm in the UK is looking for a Methods Engineer to join the Sizewell C project. The role involves supporting pre-construction design, developing construction methodologies, and collaborating with various teams. Ideal candidates will have experience on major projects and a strong understanding of construction techniques. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a significant infrastructure initiative in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience on major projects at Site Engineer / Section Engineer level.
• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies and reinforcement detailing.

Responsibilities

• Support pre-construction design and methods development.
• Develop construction sequencing and integrate temporary works design.
• Create logistics strategies and detailed construction schedules.

Skills

Extensive knowledge of construction methodologies

Strong understanding of planning and CDM regulations

Ability to work with digital models

Job description

Methods Engineer – Pre-Construction

Location: Ipswich (with site visits to Suffolk as required)

Join the exciting journey of one of the UK's largest nuclear projects at Sizewell C!

The Civil Works Alliance (CWA) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Methods Engineer to support the successful delivery of the Sizewell C Project. CWA, appointed by the Sizewell C client, brings together three leading delivery contractors – Laing O'Rourke, Bouygues, and Balfour Beatty – to deliver the civils scope including Enabling Earthworks, Main Civil Works, and Marine and Tunnelling.

We are seeking a Methods Engineer to support the development of optimised construction solutions during preconstruction, bid and early delivery stages. You'll play a key role in shaping construction methodology for the Sizewell C project, collaborating with design and delivery teams to integrate temporary and permanent works, develop logistics strategies, and adopt modern methods of construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pre-construction design and methods development into delivery
• Develop construction sequencing following Method-led Construction principles
• Integrate temporary works design with permanent works design
• Draft design briefs for concept temporary works schemes
• Develop logistics strategies and create detailed logistics plans
• Coordinate and collaborate with discipline specialists and supply chain partners
• Create detailed schedules for construction methodology options
• Support adoption of modern methods of construction to improve productivity
• Identify risks associated with works and support development of mitigations
• Record lessons learned and capture knowledge for future projects
• Implement BIM and digital tools to enhance pre-construction and delivery
• Support reinforcement detailing and constructability methodology to maximise prefabrication and productivity

What skills & experience are we looking for?

Essential:

• Experience on major projects at Site Engineer / Section Engineer level
• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies and reinforcement detailing
• Understanding of planning, resourcing, and CDM regulations
• Comfortable working with digital model

Desirable:

• Progressing toward professional accreditation in Civil Engineering
• Ability to work across multiple projects and challenge conventional approaches

Why SZC?

This is your chance to contribute to one of the UK's most ambitious infrastructure projects, shaping the future of energy while working in a supportive, dynamic environment. Be part of a team that values innovation, safety, and sustainability at every stage of the journey—from investment to construction and beyond.

About Us

Laing O'Rourke are an international engineering and construction company delivering state‑of‑the‑art infrastructure and buildings projects for clients in the UK, Middle East and Australia.

Certainty, reliability, quality – this is what our clients want. And at Laing O'Rourke, we have more than 150 years of experience delivering it. Laing O'Rourke's story is one of energy, passion, ambition, people and teamwork. We harness the power of our experience, stretching back over a century and a half to deliver certainty for our clients.

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