📋 How to Become a Project Manager at Sizewell C

Project managers are key decision-makers in construction and business projects, none more so than here at Sizewell C.

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🔍 What Does a Project Manager Do?

At Sizewell C, project managers will lead teams of engineers, technical experts and specialists to make sure everything runs smoothly—whether it’s delivering major components like the reactor pressure vessel or overseeing the construction of the nuclear island. If you’re organised, a great communicator and enjoy solving problems, a career in project management could be perfect for you!

🛠️ Key Skills You Need to Be a Project Manager

🎯 Leadership

Project managers need to motivate and guide teams, keeping them on track and working towards a shared goal.

🗣️ Communication

You’ll be working with different specialists, so being able to explain plans clearly and confidently is a must.

🔍 Attention to Detail

Every project involves careful planning and scheduling. A mistake could cause delays, so precision is key.

💡 Determination

On big projects, you can experience hurdles and have to work to overcome them. You need problem-solving skills and a can-do attitude to keep things moving.

🚀 Register for Young SZC to start developing these key skills today!

🎓 How to Train as a Project Manager at Sizewell C

📚 Required Qualifications

To become a project manager, you’ll need:

  • A foundation degree, higher national diploma (HND), or bachelor’s degree in a construction-related subject.
  • A Level 4 Associate Project Manager Apprenticeship (on-the-job training).
  • A PMA Level D Qualification (a recognised project management certification).

No qualifications yet? No problem! Sizewell C is developing technical training centres to help you gain the skills you need.

📢 Register now to be the first to hear about new training opportunities and apprenticeships at Sizewell C!

📍 Where You Can Train to Be a Project Manager

Sizewell C partners with top colleges and universities across the region, including University of Suffolk, City College Norwich, East Coast College, Colchester Institute, University of East Anglia and West Suffolk College. Find the best courses near you!


🌍 Career Prospects for Project Managers

Project management opens up huge opportunities for career growth, including:

  • Gaining seniority and taking on bigger projects.
  • Specialising in an area like sustainability or digital transformation.
  • Travelling the world, managing major construction and business projects.

🌟 Don’t miss out–sign up for the Young SZC programme and kickstart your career in project management!

🔥 Why Choose Project Management at Sizewell C?

  • Work on one of the UK’s biggest clean energy projects.
  • Develop leadership and problem-solving skills that are in high demand.
  • Enjoy a varied job that offers international career opportunities.

🎯 Final Call: Register Today

Start Your Career as a Project Manager Now!

✨ With key skills like leadership, communication and problem-solving, project management offers a rewarding and exciting career. Whether you start through an apprenticeship or study for a qualification, Sizewell C offers fantastic opportunities to get started. Join now and take your first step towards becoming a project manager!

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