Job Description:

Help Shape the UK’s Energy Future

Traffic Manager - Logistics - Sizewell - Suffolk Site based 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 Logistics & Services Section.

What will you do?

To plan, coordinate, and oversee all traffic management activities within SZC and CWA off site locations, ensuring the safe and efficient movement of vehicles, plant, and pedestrians, while complying with UK traffic management legislation and site safety standards.

Principal Accountabilities, Activities and Decisions
• Develop, implement, and review Traffic Management Plans in accordance with Chapter 8 of the Traffic Signs Manual, the New Roads and Street Works Act (NRSWA), and project-specific requirements.
• Plan and coordinate construction traffic routes and temporary traffic management arrangements.
• Support the planning and movement of Abnormal Indivisible Loads (AIL), including route assessments and stakeholder coordination.
• Coordinate with site management, logistics teams, contractors, and external stakeholders to minimise disruption and maintain safe traffic operations.
• Supervise the installation, maintenance, inspection, and removal of traffic control measures, including signage, barriers, diversions, road closures, and pedestrian management systems.
• Monitor traffic flows and implement adjustments to improve efficiency and safety.
• Ensure all traffic management activities comply with health and safety legislation, project procedures, and industry best practice.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits of traffic management arrangements.
• Identify hazards and implement mitigations to reduce risks to road users, construction personnel, and members of the
public.
• Investigate traffic-related incidents and contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide guidance and training to Traffic Marshals, Site Operatives, and Contractors on traffic management procedures and safe systems of work.
• Support the development of traffic management competencies across the project team.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, audits, incidents, traffic movements, and traffic management activities.
• Produce performance reports and traffic management metrics for project management teams.
• Ensure all documentation remains current and compliant with project and legislative requirements

What are we looking for?

Knowledge & Skills
• Proven experience in traffic management within the construction sector.
• Valid LANTRA or NHSS 12 traffic management qualification.
• Strong knowledge of UK road safety legislation and site traffic control best practices.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing site conditions.
• Full UK driving licence.

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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