Electrical Project Manager

Altrad UK, Ireland & Nordics; Milton; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Altrad are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the coordination and delivery of a scheduled programme of intervention and upgrade works at a pivotal site in the UK. You will drive cost, schedule and quality while upholding nuclear safety, security and environmental compliance.

Essential experience includes 5+ years in delivery and management roles within infrastructure and electrical projects, NEC4 contract management, and professional accreditation.

Qualifications

• Active SC clearance or ability to obtain SC clearance.
• 5+ years delivery experience, including 5+ years in a management role.
• Experience of infrastructure works, particularly in the built environment.
• Proven experience managing electrical projects from design through to completion.
• Knowledge of specialised electrical systems and their installation.
• Experience delivering using NEC4 contracts, including change and stakeholder management.
• Strong IT skills, especially Microsoft Office.
• NEC4 Project Manager Accreditation.
• Chartered membership of a relevant professional body.
• Degree qualified in a relevant subject.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, delivery and commissioning phases of electrical systems.
• Provide project management expertise to achieve project objectives.
• Employ effective leadership to secure trust and collaboration across teams.
• Manage NEC4 contracts to control quality, time, cost and reliability.
• Monitor financial performance and provide forecasted reporting.
• Maintain risk management processes and issue impact assessments.
• Update plans and schedules reflecting approved changes.

Skills

SC clearance

Consultancy background

Delivery experience

Management experience

Electrical projects

NEC4 contracts

Microsoft Office

NEC4 PM Accreditation

Chartered member

Degree qualified

Education

Degree in relevant subject

Tools

Primavera P6

CEMAR

SMSTS

Job description

Altrad are currently looking for an experienced Project Manager to join the team.

The nuclear defence sector in the UK is vital for maintaining national security and strategic stability. It offers dynamic and challenging career opportunities for individuals committed to contributing to the country's defence and security. The sector seeks talented professionals dedicated to upholding the highest standards of safety, security, and operational excellence.

The Project Manager will lead the coordinated delivery of the scheduled programme of intervention and upgrade works of the site. The successful management of this programme of works is critical to ensuring the sustained and continued use of this support facility which underpins the overarching project plan. The PM will ensure the project is managed to cost, schedule, and quality while maintaining the highest standards of nuclear safety, security, and environmental compliance.

Key Deliverables:

• Project management of design, delivery and commissioning phases of electrical systems.
• Provide project management expertise to establish and deliver project specific objectives.
• Use and promote appropriate leadership styles to gain and maintain the trust, confidence, commitment and collaboration of team members and stakeholders throughout the project ensuring continued momentum.
• Manage NEC4 contracts to maintain a productive working relationship with industry partners, monitoring their performance in terms of quality, time, cost and reliability. Identify and manage emerging issues to avoid programme delays or cost escalation.
• Manage financial performance of projects to control expenditure against approved project budgets and provide accurate financial reporting and forecasting.
• Have a sound knowledge of risk process and management.
• Make recommendations based on impact assessments about whether to approve, reject or defer changes, or to request further information.
• Update relevant plans, schedules and communications to reflect approved changes, and manage approved changes within the configuration management system.

Key Requirements / Qualifications:

Essential

• Active SC clearance or ability to obtain SC clearance.
• Hands-on consultancy and/or construction background, with a minimum of 5 years’ delivery experience, including at least 5 years in a management role.
• Experience of infrastructure works, specifically within the built environment.
• Proven experience managing electrical projects from design through to completion.
• Knowledge of specialised electrical systems and evidence of their installation.
• Hands-on experience managing delivery using NEC4 contracts, including change and stakeholder management.
• Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office.
• NEC4 Project Manager Accreditation.
• Chartered membership of relevant professional body.
• Degree qualified in a relevant subject.

Desirable

• Experience of working in collaborative environment.
• Flexibility and adaptability to fast changing needs.
• Primavera P6 knowledge and understanding.
• Knowledge of CEMAR or similar tool.
• Nuclear awareness training (NIC or similar)
• SMSTS

About Us

At Altrad, our people create endless opportunities.

We are the leading provider of support services transforming our nations critical infrastructure to operate safely and sustainably.

With over 16,000 talented people across our region, we provide the full spectrum of critical services including consulting, design, engineering, construction, asset life optimisation through to decommissioning, for industries both onshore and offshore.

Why Join Us?

• Work on high-impact projects within a leading organisation.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a focus on innovation and excellence.

As an employer, we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and wellbeing of all our people.

Inclusivity Statement

We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible and inclusive. If you require any adjustments at any stage - including interviews or assessments, please let us know. We’re happy to discuss what would help you take part fully.