Common Service Lead (Inside IR35 - Contract)
Based: Sizewell Office
Applications close: 6th November 2025
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Common Service Lead to join our team based at Sizewell on a major infrastructure project. This is an inside IR35 contract opportunity within a highly regulated environment, supporting the safe and efficient delivery of large-scale construction works.
Reporting directly to the Site Operations Site Lead, you will manage and implement two key service contracts - each valued at approximately £50 million - covering both Infrastructure Operations & Maintenance and Utility Operations & Maintenance.
You will ensure the effective operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of temporary and permanent infrastructure assets required to support project delivery. This includes supervision of Tier 1 contractors, management of safety and quality performance, and delivery to schedule and cost targets.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee the delivery of infrastructure and utility service contracts (total value ~£100m) throughout the project lifecycle.
Manage the provision of critical live infrastructure support for a construction workforce of circa 8,000.
Drive safe, high-quality, and timely delivery through collaborative planning and supervision.
Support contract partners to ensure efficient, compliant, and coordinated delivery.
Identify and mitigate safety and quality risks, ensuring proactive issue resolution.
Maintain strong communication and collaboration across project teams (H&S, logistics, project controls, etc.).
Oversee service partner performance, ensuring competence, compliance, and delivery to scope.
Develop and manage budgets, schedules, and performance reporting.
Produce monthly performance and budget reports for senior management.
About You
Essential Experience & Skills:
Proven management or leadership experience in a highways maintenance, infrastructure, or similar construction service-led environment.
Experience managing multi-million-pound contracts on major, regulated projects.
Skilled in contractor management and coordinating large teams across complex operations.
Strong understanding of health, safety, and quality management in construction.
Excellent communicator with the ability to build strong, collaborative working relationships.
Confident, proactive, and capable of making sound decisions in dynamic environments.
Desirable:
HND or equivalent in a related discipline.
Experience with statutory permits, licences, and quality assurance processes.
Familiarity with Microsoft Project, NEC3 TSC contracts, and budget control.
Experience working with local supply chain partners and promoting a "one team" approach.
Contract Details
Role Title: Common Service Lead
Contract Type: Inside IR35
Location: Sizewell (on-site presence required, 5 days per week)
Closing Date for Applications: 6th November 2025
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Morson Talent
Posted 7 days ago, valid for 5 hours
Eye, Suffolk IP238LR, England
£500 - £800 per day
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The Common Service Lead position is a contract role based at Sizewell, requiring an experienced candidate to oversee major infrastructure projects valued at approximately £100 million.
- Candidates must have proven management experience in highways maintenance or similar construction environments, with a focus on managing multi-million-pound contracts.
- The role involves supervising Tier 1 contractors and ensuring safety, quality, and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
- The successful applicant will be expected to produce monthly performance and budget reports for senior management, while also managing budgets and schedules.
- This inside IR35 contract opportunity requires strong communication skills and a proactive approach, with a salary commensurate with experience, typically requiring several years in a relevant field.
