Construction Manager

PAE Government Services Inc.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Amentum seeks a Client-Side Construction Manager to oversee, monitor, and assure EPC contractor activities on a major nuclear project. You will head a large Client Team, coordinating with engineering, licensing, procurement, and executives to ensure safe, compliant execution.

Based mainly on site in Poland with possible UK work, you will lead a multinational, multidisciplinary team and maintain strong regulatory engagements, QA/QC processes, and risk management practices throughout the project

Qualifications

• Experience in nuclear construction, preferably including GW scale plants.
• Familiarity with nuclear construction requirements, including QA/QC and safety standards.
• Familiarity with nuclear island and conventional island construction processes.
• 15–20 years of experience in nuclear new build or regulated industries.
• Strong knowledge of construction planning, scheduling, and execution methodologies.
• Ability to identify construction risks, mitigate, and manage contractual issues.

Responsibilities

• Owner’s Oversight — Monitor EPC contractor performance and ensure compliance with safety and technical standards.
• Develop and implement a workforce plan based on project demand and stakeholder input.
• Oversee development of oversight procedures and external personnel resources.
• Coordinate with nuclear regulators and authorities to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Support QA/QC governance and review inspection results and corrective actions.
• Identify risks, escalate issues, and lead mitigation planning for the Client.
• Validate contractor schedules and ensure transparent progress reporting.
• Monitor contract adherence and change management processes.
• Promote a strong nuclear safety culture on site.
• Provide clear reporting to executive leadership on progress and risks.

Skills

Nuclear construction

QA/QC

Regulatory compliance

Scheduling & planning

Risk management

Leadership

Contract management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Civil/Mechanical/Nuclear Eng degree

Job description

Company Overview

At Amentum, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery, and innovative manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. With $13 billion in revenue and a talent force of approximately 52,000, Amentum provides a full spectrum of professional services including consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery for the government and private sector. Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for Amentum. We are happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and our business.

About the Opportunity

The Client‑Side Construction Manager represents the Owner and is responsible for overseeing, monitoring, and assuring all construction activities performed by the EPC contractor and subcontractors. This role ensures that the project is executed in accordance with the Client’s requirements, nuclear safety expectations, Polish regulatory obligations, and international best practices. The role would head up a significant Client Team and serve as the Client’s primary on‑site representative, coordinating with engineering, licensing, procurement, and executive leadership.

Key Accountabilities

• Owner’s Oversight — Monitoring of EPC contractor performance, ensuring adherence to contract obligations, technical specifications, and nuclear safety requirements.
• Develop, manage, and implement a workforce plan based on programme demand and supply through consultation and collaboration with key stakeholders.
• Develop/support development of oversight procedures and organisation (external resources of personnel included).
• Regulatory Interface — Coordination with Polish nuclear regulators (PAA), environmental authorities, and local agencies to ensure compliance.
• Quality Assurance Governance — Support implementation of the Client’s QA/QC oversight program; review inspection results, audits, and non‑conformance reports; ensure corrective actions are effective.
• Risk & Issue Management — Identification of schedule, cost, and technical risks; escalation of critical issues; lead mitigation planning on behalf of the Client.
• Schedule & Progress Assurance — Validation of contractor schedules, verification of progress, and challenge of deviations; ensure transparency and accuracy of reporting.
• Contract Compliance — Monitoring of contractor adherence to EPC terms, change management processes, and performance metrics.
• Safety Culture Oversight — Ensure the contractor maintains a strong nuclear safety culture; intervene when unsafe conditions or behaviours are observed.
• Reporting & Governance — Providing clear, evidence‑based reporting to the Client’s executive team on progress, risks, and compliance status.

Location & Working Conditions

The Construction Manager will spend the majority of time on site in Pomerania, with some opportunities to work from the UK. This may be a local Amentum office or may be home working. The site is based in Pomerania Region, Poland. Frequent trips to the site will be required.

Requirements

Nuclear Construction Knowledge and Experience:

• Experience in nuclear construction, preferably including GW scale plants.
• Familiarity with nuclear construction requirements, including quality assurance, traceability, and safety standards.
• Familiarity with nuclear island and conventional island construction processes.
• 15–20 years of experience in nuclear new build projects or power projects with significant experience in nuclear or similarly regulated industries (e.g., oil & gas, petrochemicals).
• Strong knowledge of construction planning, scheduling, and execution methodologies.
• Strong capability in identifying construction risks, implementing mitigation measures, and managing claims and contractual issues.

Client‑Side Project Leadership:

• Proven leadership in multicultural, multidisciplinary environments.
• Experience representing the Client/Owner on major infrastructure or nuclear projects.
• Ability to oversee EPC/EPCM contractors, subcontractors, and supply chains.

Regulatory Expertise:

• Understanding of nuclear licensing, permitting, and construction regulations.
• Experience working with nuclear regulators and participating in inspections, audits, and licensing‑related construction activities.

Technical Competence:

• Background in civil, mechanical, or nuclear engineering.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.

Quality:

• Deep understanding of nuclear QA/QC requirements (e.g., NQA-1, ISO standards).
• Experience ensuring full traceability of materials and construction activities.
• Familiarity with inspection and test plans (ITPs) and hold points.

Health and Safety:

• Demonstrated commitment to the highest safety standards and nuclear safety culture.
• Experience implementing HSE management systems and ensuring compliance with stringent regulations.

Communication:

• Skilled at managing complex relationships with contractors, regulators, and internal leadership.

Language Requirements:

• Fluent English proficiency.

Our Culture

Our values are built on a strong foundation of safety, integrity, and respect for every individual. People are at the heart of our mission, and we believe in supporting one another through a culture of care and collaboration. We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. Supporting mental wellbeing and fostering a sense of connection are essential to how we work. When we embrace different perspectives and work together, we become more innovative, more agile, and more successful.

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For more than 100 years, Amentum has tackled the world’s toughest challenges to deliver agile and steadfast solutions to the U.S. government and its allies. With more than 50,000 employees on all seven continents and in more than 60 countries, Amentum delivers a broad range of operational support services to meet the critical needs of our clients. Our headquarters are in Chantilly, VA. Find us online at https://www.amentum.com/.

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