Jacobs secures $53m contract with EDF Nuclear Operations for UK energy projects

Jacobs has landed a significant Project Management Resources (PMR) contract with EDF Nuclear Operations, set to begin on January 1, 2024, with an estimated value surpassing $53 million.

Enhancing UK’s Nuclear Power Station Management

This new two-year agreement builds upon Jacobs’ existing PMR framework, where it already supports four Advanced Gas-cooled Reactor stations, aids in the defueling process of three others, and contributes to the life extension of the Sizewell B pressurized water reactor, which are crucial contributors to the UK’s electricity output, accounting for about 16% of the nation’s power generation.

Jacobs and EDF Partnership Strengthens with a Lucrative Nuclear Power Management Deal. Photo courtesy of EDF.

Commitment to Sustainable and Emission-Free Energy

Jacobs’ sustained partnership with EDF is a testament to their shared commitment to sustainable energy. Karen Wiemelt, Senior Vice President at Jacobs, states, “Our commitment to supporting the U.K.’s nuclear power fleet helps communities to access sustainable, emission-free energy generation.” The contract not only supports the operational lifespan of these assets but also contributes to the UK’s energy security and carbon neutrality goals.

Building on a Legacy of Collaboration

The extension of the contract reflects Jacobs’ high-performance standards, recognized through single-source contracting due to its past achievements. The company, now entering the ninth year of its current contract, supports over 200 project management and engineering specialists and is actively recruiting for various UK locations, with a welcoming stance on diverse, non-nuclear expertise.

Fostering Teamwork for Future Success

EDF and Jacobs emphasize the importance of their collaborative efforts in project management, which play a pivotal role in delivering nuclear safety and business risk mitigation. Paul Forrest, EDF Torness Power Station Director, praised the teamwork thus far and anticipates continued success, stating, “I am proud of the teamwork across the fleet over the last eight years and look forward to the continued success and learning across all our program and project portfolios.”

This contract renewal underscores the strategic partnerships integral to advancing the UK’s nuclear energy sector and supporting the larger vision of a net-zero carbon future by 2050.