Lead Nuclear Decommissioning Project Manager

Aureos; Dungeness; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days Holiday with the option to buy

Pension

Cycle to work scheme

Free parking

Health & wellbeing programme

Employee benefits portal

On-site parking

Private medical insurance

Referral Scheme

Job summary

Aureos is seeking an experienced Project Delivery Lead for a major nuclear decommissioning and demolition program in the UK. You will manage subcontractors, uphold rigorous HSEQ standards, and ensure compliance with nuclear safety and regulatory requirements.

The role requires extensive experience in demolition projects, NEC4 contract administration, and strong stakeholder engagement with regulators. A senior, multidisciplinary leader will drive planning, risk management, and progress reporting

Qualifications

• Essential: MIDE or CCDO qualification.
• Desirable: degree or HNC/HND, or relevant apprenticeship.
• Experience in major construction or infrastructure projects.
• Experience in demolition/deconstruction projects and regulated environments.
• Knowledge of nuclear licensing and safety frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of major nuclear decommissioning/demolition packages.
• Manage subcontractors and specialist demolition contractors with safe systems of work.
• Drive HSEQ, programme, and commercial outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and site licence conditions.
• Oversee demolition activities including hazardous materials handling.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and plan complex works.
• Manage NEC4 contract actions: early warnings, compensation events, programme submissions.
• Maintain risk management for radiological, structural, and environmental hazards.
• Foster client relationships and interface with regulators.
• Ensure accurate reporting on progress, cost, and performance.

Skills

Project leadership

HSEQ

NEC4 contracts

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Subcontract management

Demolition methods

Nuclear safety

Client liaison

Education

MIDE or CCDO

Degree or HNC/HND qualified

Relevant apprenticeship level

Tools

NEC3/NEC4 contracts

Job description

Aureos is seeking an experienced Project Delivery Lead for a major nuclear decommissioning and demolition program in the UK. You will manage subcontractors, uphold rigorous HSEQ standards, and ensure compliance with nuclear safety and regulatory requirements.

The role requires extensive experience in demolition projects, NEC4 contract administration, and strong stakeholder engagement with regulators. A senior, multidisciplinary leader will drive planning, risk management, and progress reporting