Control Systems Project Manager

NRL; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

NRL is seeking an experienced Control Systems Project Manager to lead end-to-end delivery of complex control and automation projects within the nuclear sector. Based in Warrington or Cumbria, the role offers hybrid working with 2–3 days in the office and UK travel as required.

The candidate will own scope, schedule and budget, deliver robust technical solutions in a highly regulated environment, and lead multidisciplinary teams across engineering, project controls, quality, commercial and supply

Qualifications

• Experience managing technical projects in a complex environment.
• Track record delivering on scope, schedule, cost and quality.
• Strong understanding of control systems engineering and delivery lifecycles.
• Excellent planning, forecasting and reporting using MS Project/Primavera.

Responsibilities

• Lead control systems projects from initiation through to completion.
• Integrate engineering, project controls, quality, commercial and supply chain.
• Maintain baselines for cost, schedule and risk with proactive change control.
• Provide visible project leadership and enable effective decision-making.
• Manage project documentation, reporting and client communications.

Skills

Control systems

Project management

Stakeholder management

MS Project

Primavera P6

Education

APM/PRINCE2/PMI certification

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Job description

# Control Systems Project ManagerLocationWarrington, Cheshire, North West, EnglandSalaryDependent on experience. Inside IR35.Contract TypeContractWork TypeFull TimePosted on15 Oct 2026We’re looking for an experienced Control Systems Project Manager or Senior Project Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of complex control and automation projects within the nuclear sector. Based in Warrington or Cumbria, the ideal candidate will take full ownership of scope, schedule, and budget, delivering robust technical solutions in a highly regulated environment. **Location and Working Pattern** Warrington or Cumbria – hybrid working, typically 2–3 days per week in the office, subject to project requirements. UK travel may be required at key project stages, including client meetings, testing, and commissioning. **Client Overview** Our client is a leading engineering organisation delivering safety-critical control and automation systems within the nuclear industry. They are known for their commitment to technical excellence, safety, and performance, with a collaborative culture that values integrity and accountability. **Responsibilities*** Lead control systems projects from initiation through to completion, ensuring safe, on-time, and quality delivery.* Integrate engineering, project controls, quality, commercial, and supply chain disciplines to achieve agreed outcomes.* Maintain baselines for cost, schedule, and risk, and ensure proactive control against change and performance deviations.* Provide visible project leadership, fostering clear accountability and effective decision-making.* Manage project documentation, reporting, and client communications with accuracy and transparency.* Identify and mitigate risks, incorporating lessons learned and continuous improvement practices.* Build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships, balancing safety, quality, and commercial considerations.* Promote a strong safety and governance culture, leading assurance and review activities as required.**Must‐have Requirements*** Proven experience managing technical or engineering projects in a complex project environment.* Track record delivering against scope, schedule, cost, and quality targets.* Strong understanding of control systems engineering and delivery lifecycles.* Excellent project planning, forecasting, and reporting capability using tools such as Microsoft Project or Primavera P6.* Commercial awareness and proven experience managing change, risk, and procurement interfaces.* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.* Recognised project management qualification (e.g. APM, PRINCE2, PMI) or equivalent demonstrable experience.**Nice‐to‐have Skills*** Experience in the nuclear sector or another highly regulated industry.* Knowledge of PLC, SCADA, DCS, or other industrial automation systems.* Familiarity with NEC contracts and collaborative engineering delivery models.* Experience engaging with clients such as Sellafield or similar assurance frameworks.* APM Chartered Project Professional (ChPP) or equivalent professional recognition.**Additional Information** This role offers hybrid working and flexible arrangements to support work‐life balance. The position is available on a contract basis (inside IR35). Due to the nature of this role being on a national security facility, we can only accommodate applications from UK Nationals. **Apply Now** If this role matches your experience, apply now or send your CV to our recruitment team today.