Imagine leading the logistics behind one of the UK's biggest infrastructure projects of a generation – building Sizewell C, a new nuclear power station on the Suffolk coast that will power six million homes with clean, low-carbon energy.
This is more than a job – it's a chance to leave a legacy.
What's the role?We're looking for a Senior Logistics Manager to take the driver's seat on logistics strategy for the Sizewell C Civils project.
Starting in our London project office (with site visits to Suffolk), you'll set the strategy, shape the supply chain, and lead the way on innovative logistics solutions. Once the Civils works commence, you'll be at the heart of it all in Suffolk – making sure the right people, materials, and systems are in place to deliver one of the most complex and exciting projects in the UK today.
What you'll be doingDesigning and delivering game-changing logistics strategies for a project of national importance.
Forecasting and orchestrating the flow of people, materials, and transport – from road, rail and shipping, to utilities and site facilities.
Creating and managing smart delivery systems that keep a mega-project running like clockwork.
Driving sustainability and innovation into every part of logistics operations.
Partnering with engineers, subcontractors and stakeholders to keep 6 million homes' future energy supply on track.
What we're looking forYou're not just organised – you're a strategic thinker and natural leader who thrives in complex, high-stakes environments.
Must-haves:
✔ CSCS Black Manager's card
✔ IOSH Managing Safely or SMSTS
✔ Experience in logistics for major projects (construction, infrastructure, or datacentres)
✔ Strong IT and data analysis skills (MS, delivery management systems, access control, telematics)
✔ Sharp communication skills to influence and align diverse stakeholders
Nice-to-haves:
➕ Member of the Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport (CILT)
➕ NVQL6 qualification
➕ Knowledge of Construction Consolidation Centres (CCC), Datascope or Voyage Control systems
At Laing O'Rourke, we're not just building projects – we're shaping the future. With over 150 years of experience, we deliver world-class engineering and construction across the globe.
Be part of a flagship Net Zero project.
Work with some of the brightest minds in engineering and logistics.
Join a company that backs innovation, diversity, and growth.
About us:
We 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.
As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we would like to enable access to candidates with long term health conditions and disabilities through the ‘Offer an interview scheme'. This supports applicants that meet the essential criteria by offering an interview for the advertised position. Please let us know prior to interview what adjustments are required as well as discussing how we can support you in the workplace.
We want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you need the application form in an alternative format or you would like to know more about our recruitment process, please email resourcingteam@laingorourke.com
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