Senior Logistics Manager

Lead the Logistics of Britain's Nuclear Revolution

Locations: St Neots (Select Plant Hire) & Derby
Salary: Competitive + Benefits + Car Allowance
Contract Type: Permanent

This isn't just a construction project—it's the UK laying the foundations for a clean-energy future, with the potential to power 3 million homes and part of a broader UK nuclear renaissance—this SMR deployment marks one of the biggest building programmes in a generation.

As Senior Logistics Manager, you'll be a linchpin in bringing this bold vision to life.

What You'll Be Doing

• Forge and lead the onsite logistics strategy: manage construction logistics from layout, working zones, traffic flows, and operational setup.

• Champion safety-first standards in partnership with the HS&E team—ensuring seamless separation of logistics operations from moving traffic.

• Co-create modular-ready site layouts with architects, accounting for temporary services, buried utilities, and dynamic traffic demands.

• Bridge on-site and off-site logistics: orchestrate smooth delivery flows, returns, and coordination with external logistics teams.

• Drive digital excellence: contribute to 3D modelling, build schedules, and operational planning, fully integrated into the project's state-of-the-art logistics deliverables.

• Manage traffic throughout construction: optimize the on-site road network as the project evolves.

• Enable manufacturing integration: collaborate with the Site Factory team for streamlined movement of components into and out of the facility.

• Communicate across construction phases: compile and deliver logistics insights in RD10 deliverables, engaging with stakeholders across civils, construction, and business development.

• Support business development: align logistics delivery with evolving project strategy and scalability plans.

Your Profile

• Degree (or equivalent) in Logistics or related discipline.

• At least 8–10 years of hands-on experience in complex, high-stakes logistics environments.

• Expertise in project management, process design, and stakeholder collaboration.

• A track record of innovative thinking and best-practice identification in logistics operations.

• Ready to support and integrate with senior logistics leaders and cross-functional teams (particularly around WP9.13, CSA, RD10, and BD).

Why This Role Matters

• Be at the forefront of UK energy transformation: This is more than a job — it's a pivotal role in delivering a national clean energy programme powered by SMRs, one of the UK's boldest infrastructure agendas in decades.

• Drive innovation in modular nuclear construction: SMRs are faster, safer, and more cost-effective than traditional nuclear builds—yours will help make it happen.

• Shape a legacy: Your logistics strategy will influence a project that's setting a new standard for energy security, industrial renewal, and economic uplift.

• Join a iconic team: You'll collaborate alongside Rolls-Royce experts as they lead Europe's first SMR deployment, backed by billions in public funding and national ambition

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

Are you ready to play a defining role in the logistics of the UK's nuclear future? If you're energized by complexity, innovation, and impact—apply now!

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