Assistant Project Manager

Dounreay; Dounreay; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13.5% employer pension contribution

28 days annual leave + bank holiday

Company bonus scheme

Flexible working

Relocation assistance

Healthcare options

Job summary

NRS Dounreay is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to assist in planning, coordinating and delivering multi-disciplinary construction and infrastructure projects within the Reactors Area. You will work with project managers, contractors and operations teams to maintain programmes, manage documentation and ensure safety, quality and regulatory compliance.

Key responsibilities include monitoring performance, identifying risks and implementing improvements, and supporting handovers and resource

Qualifications

• Experience delivering construction/engineering projects in regulated environments.
• Strong knowledge of Construction, Design and Management Regulations (CDM).
• Experience coordinating contractors and overseeing construction activities safely.
• Mechanical engineering background is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, coordination and delivery of construction/infrastructure projects throughout lifecycle.
• Maintain project programmes and essential documentation.
• Monitor safety, quality, cost and schedule performance and propose corrective actions.
• Coordinate with project managers, contractors and operations teams.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Problem Solving

Proactive Attitude

Education

HND or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Construction Management, or related

Job description

NRS Dounreay is looking for an Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery of multi-disciplinary construction and infrastructure projects within the Reactors Area of site. Working closely with Project Managers and key stakeholders, you will help coordinate project activities, monitor performance and ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required standards.

What will you be doing?

As an Assistant Project Manager, you will support the successful planning, coordination and delivery of construction and infrastructure projects throughout their lifecycle. Working with Project Managers, contractors and operational teams, you will help maintain project programmes, coordinate essential documentation and ensure projects remain aligned with safety, quality and operational requirements.

You will also monitor project performance, identify risks and opportunities for improvement, and help implement effective solutions to keep projects on track. Building strong relationships with stakeholders will be key as you support the safe and efficient delivery of project objectives.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting project plans and programme baselines, adapting activities where required to meet changing demands.
• Supporting project commercial activities
• Coordinating project documentation, including requirements, safety documentation, works control documentation and project reports.
• Monitoring safety, cost, quality and schedule performance, identifying deviations and recommending corrective actions.
• Supporting project handovers, resource planning activities and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

• Supporting the management and coordination of construction activities in compliance with the Construction, Design and Management Regulations (CDM).
• Assisting with contractor management, ensuring works are planned and executed safely in accordance with site and legislative requirements.
• Monitoring compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality requirements throughout project delivery.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a motivated and capable individual with experience in the delivery of construction, engineering or infrastructure projects ideally within a highly regulated environment. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of Construction, Design and Management Regulations (CDM) and their application throughout the project lifecycle. A mechanical engineering background is desirable, together with experience in coordinating contractors and overseeing construction activities safely and effectively.

To be successful, you will ideally have:

• HND or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Experience supporting or delivering construction and engineering projects within an industrial or regulated environment.
• Good working knowledge of the Construction, Design and Management Regulations (CDM) and construction-related health and safety requirements.
• Experience in commercial processes and contract administration.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving, with the ability to identify issues and help drive effective solutions.
• Post specific physical capability analysis assessment

Why Join NRS Dounreay?

• Play an integral role in a critical national programme
• Contribute to the safe and effective delivery of complex decommissioning activities
• Help uphold the highest standards of health, safety, environment, and quality
• Make a direct impact on protecting people, the environment, and site infrastructure
• Benefits such as; 13.5% employer pension contribution, 28 days annual leave + bank holiday, Company bonus scheme, Flexible working, Relocation assistance, Excellent flexible benefits & healthcare options

Interviews are expected week commencing Monday ** 2026.

If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact: [e-mail]

Step Up in Your Career - Internal Opportunity

We welcome all internal colleagues to apply, whether you’re ready for a move or just curious about the opportunity.

If you’re part of the NDA Group, please refer to the Mobility Principles for guidance on how a move into NRS can be facilitated - visit What is Mobility at the NDA group?

It is the applicants responsibility to inform their line manager of their application and we encourage informal conversations before applying, to discuss the role, speak to our Resourcing Specialist, Jacob Weaver: [e-mail]