Mechanical Construction Manager (Early Careers)

Company Description

⚡️💡 About Assystem
Assystem is a global leader in engineering, digital, and project management services, driving the UK’s energy transition since 1996. With 7,500 Switchers worldwide, we combine deep engineering expertise with digital innovation to deliver complex, low-carbon infrastructure. In the UK, we’re proud to support landmark nuclear projects like Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C, and emerging SMR programmes.

🤝 Why Join the Community of Switchers?
Join one of the three largest nuclear engineering companies in the world. Here, you'll work on world‑class energy‑transition missions, collaborating with top teams delivering Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C and SMRs. Become part of an elite global community, driving innovation and excellence every day.

Job Description

🚀 The Job Mission

This is a full-time, on-site role (five days a week) at one of the Worlds most advanced nuclear construction projects — a once-in-a-generation engineering challenge. You’ll be part of a close-knit team at the heart of mechanical construction, learning how world-class quality and safety standards are achieved on a project of national importance.

• 🔧 Observe and verify mechanical installation activities across site systems
• 📋 Support identification, escalation, and resolution of non-conformance issues
• 🧰 Assist construction and quality teams with daily site surveillance and coordination
• 📄 Contribute to inspection record-keeping, document control, and progress reporting

Qualifications

Essential Skills And Qualifications:

🎓 Degree in Mechanical or Construction Engineering (or equivalent industry qualification)

🛠 Understanding of mechanical systems, pipework, supports or equipment installation

🧾 Ability to review technical documents and accurately report on site activities

Desired Skills:

🏗 Experience within construction or energy infrastructure projects

📐 Familiarity with quality standards such as ISO9001 or FME controls

🧮 Working knowledge of Excel, Outlook, and digital reporting tools

Additional Information

🌟 Ready to shape the future? Join your future team on-site at one of the most ambitious nuclear power projects in Europe. Be part of a collaborative mission to uphold the highest construction and quality standards.

• Benefits include:
• 🏡 Hybrid Working Opportunity
• 🕒 Flexible working hours
• 🛡️ Pension scheme (8% company / 4% personal)
• 🏖️ 25 days’ paid annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy or sell days
• 💼 Professional fees reimbursed
• 💰 Employee referral scheme
• 🤒 Competitive Sick Pay – Support when you need it
• 🏥 Income Protection & 3× Salary Death-in-Service Cover
• 💪 Free Digital Gym Access – Expert-led fitness classes
• 📞 24/7 Employee Support Line – Mental health, financial & legal help

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.