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Project Manager - Nuclear Programmes

About the Role

We’re looking for a skilled Project Manager to support the delivery of major nuclear infrastructure programmes in the UK. You will play a key role in managing complex, regulated projects ranging from nuclear new-build to decommissioning and infrastructure related.

This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-level project manager or experienced assistant PM/project engineer ready to step up, especially if you’re looking to contribute to some of the most critical and high-profile programmes in the country.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of nuclear project workstreams, ensuring scope, schedule, budget, and quality goals are met
• Manage project planning, cost control, risk, and change management processes
• Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams, contractors, and regulatory stakeholders
• Administer NEC3/NEC4 contracts and ensure compliance with governance frameworks
• Oversee project reporting, earned value, and performance dashboards
• Promote and enforce high standards in health, safety, and quality throughout delivery
• Drive effective communication across all stakeholder groups
• Support continuous improvement and best practices in project delivery

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 3-8 years of experience in project management, ideally within nuclear or similar complex, regulated environments (e.g. utilities, energy, oil & gas, or large infrastructure)
• Strong skills in planning, risk management, stakeholder engagement, and cost control
• Experience with NEC3 or NEC4 contracts highly preferred
• Degree-qualified in engineering, construction, or related field
• Familiar with APM PMQ, PRINCE2, or PMP methodologies
• Calm, detail-oriented, and confident, managing cross-functional teams and external interfaces

Why Join?

• Be part of nationally critical programmes in the UK nuclear sector
• Join a delivery-focused team in a supportive, safety-first culture
• Opportunity to grow within long-term, impactful projects