Assistant Project Manager

Nuclearinst; Leiston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of the UK's clean energy revolution. As an Assistant Project Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in one of the largest infrastructure projects in the UK, supporting the delivery of engineering, procurement, and construction activities. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the future of nuclear energy while collaborating with industry leaders. With a focus on safety and excellence, you'll be part of a dynamic team dedicated to achieving net-zero ambitions. If you're eager to make a significant impact, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

5% CIP Bonus

28 Days Holiday

Contributory Pension

Ongoing Professional Development

Other Lifestyle Benefits

Qualifications

• Degree and chartered status in engineering or related field.
• Experience in infrastructure project design and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and delivery of contract lifecycle activities.
• Manage engineering design and contract execution strategies.
• Oversee multi-discipline EPCM projects.

Skills

Engineering Degree

Project Management

Infrastructure Project Delivery

Knowledge of CDM Regulations

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Strong Presentation Skills

Numerical and Analytical Skills

Education

Degree in Engineering, Construction, or Physics

Tools

Earned Value Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Assistant Project Manager

• Full-time

Shift Work?: No

Career area: Sizewell C

Primary Contractual Location: Sizewell C

Term of Employment: Permanent

Job Description

Sizewell C. The power of good for Britain.

Location: Sizewell C site, Leiston, Suffolk. (5 days a week onsite)

Contract: Permanent, full-time.

Salary: Competitive depending on experience.

Benefits:

• 5% CIP bonus
• 28 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Contributory pension of up to 7.5% employee/ up to 15% employer
• Ongoing professional development
• Other lifestyle benefits

Closing date: Wednesday 7th May.

Do you have a passion for supporting project management and project delivery? Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in one of the UK’s largest infrastructure projects? Join Sizewell C and be a key player in shaping the future of nuclear energy.

About the Project

Sizewell C (SZC) is at the heart of the UK’s clean energy revolution. This ground-breaking nuclear power plant project in Suffolk will play a vital role in delivering a sustainable future. Backed by EDF and the UK Government, Sizewell C is a once-in-a-generation project with significant opportunities to innovate, grow, and deliver excellence.

The Role

The Assistant Project Manager reports directly to a Project Manager and is responsible for supporting the Project Manager and wider team in delivering activities associated with the full life cycle delivery of a contract or work package assigned to them.

This role involves supporting the planning and delivery of engineering, procurement, manufacturing, construction, and commissioning activities throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, time, and cost parameters.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting planning and delivery of the full lifecycle of the contract or project work packages.
• Managing engineering design, contract, and field execution strategies.
• Overseeing multi-discipline EPCM projects and complex contracts.
• Controlling costs, risks, schedules, and changes, with proficiency in Earned Value tools.
• Understanding PWR design and operations.
• Maintaining effective stakeholder, supplier, and team communication.
• Responding to tender queries and participating in technical reviews.
• Developing relationships and maintaining networks.
• Resolving issues promptly within the contact or package.
• Supporting interface management with other programs to ensure overall project progress.
• Ensuring delivery of scope of work deliverables.

Skills and Qualifications

• Degree and chartered status in engineering, construction, physics, or related field.
• Experience in infrastructure project design and/or delivery.
• Knowledge of CDM Regulations, APM body of knowledge, and Prince 2.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Willingness to learn from experiences.
• Ability to adapt to fast-paced environments.
• Strong presentation, influencing, and organizational skills.
• Numerical and analytical skills.

Desirable

• Understanding nuclear quality assurance and control.
• Applying a graded approach to quality.

A full job description is available upon application.

Why Join Sizewell C?

• Contribute to the UK’s net-zero ambitions.
• Collaborate with industry leaders and government stakeholders.
• Enjoy career development opportunities in an innovative environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits, with a lasting legacy opportunity.
• Work in a dynamic, safety-focused team committed to excellence.

Apply Now!

If you're ready to make an impact and join a major UK infrastructure project, we want to hear from you. Let’s build a cleaner, greener future together.

Additional Information

Join the team at Sizewell C. The power of good for Britain.

This is a unique opportunity to influence one of Europe's largest construction projects and help Britain reach its Net Zero target by 2050. As the UK experiences a nuclear renaissance, now is the perfect time to join.

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