Major Project Manager

Nuclear Restoration Services; St Marys Bay; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Nuclear Restoration Services is seeking an accomplished Major Project Manager to lead the Dungeness A Boilers and Ancillary Plant Removal Project. You will report to the Paired Sites Programme Manager and work with the Site Director to deliver safe, on‑time and within‑budget outcomes.

You will drive end‑to‑end delivery, build high‑performing teams, and maintain a relentless focus on safety, cost control and schedule adherence in a highly regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Chartered Project Professional (ChPP) required or desirable.
• Strong commercial acumen and contracts understanding (NEC4 ECC).
• Proven senior leadership experience delivering complex, high‑value programmes in regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end delivery of a major project, ensuring safety, quality, cost and schedule.
• Lead and develop a high-performing project team across multiple functions.
• Champion safety, embed proactive culture and share lessons learned.
• Define organisation and resource strategy to optimise delivery.
• Engage with regulators, NDA and stakeholders to support project success.
• Navigate regulatory boundaries with innovative delivery practices.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Delivery leadership

Communication

Education

Degree qualified or equivalent

Job description

What You Will Be Doing

“This is a fantastic opportunity to join the P3M & Strategy function, as a Major Project Manager for the Dungeness A, Boilers and Ancillary Plant Removal Project. The successful candidate will report into the Paired Sites Programme Manager, whilst delivering for the Site Director and being a key member of that lead team.”

Your assignment will make you responsible for the safe delivery of Dungeness Boilers Removal Project’s scope, to quality cost and schedule, working collaboratively across the Site and wider organisation to overcome project challenges. You will be responsible for the full lifecycle delivery of the project, one of the largest within NRS.

• Drive End-to-End Project Delivery – Plan, organise, implement and control this high-profile project, ensuring safety, timeliness and cost-effectiveness in alignment with NRS strategic goals.
• Inspire and Develop High-Performing Teams - Lead and grow the fully integrated project team, fostering collaboration, celebrating achievements, and promoting accountability across diverse functions.
• Champion Safety and Continuous Improvement - Uphold NRS safe working practices, embed a proactive safety culture, and share lessons learned to drive ongoing performance enhancements.
• Shape the Project Structure and Resource Strategy - Define and maintain effective an organisation, ensuring optimal resource allocation.
• Promote Inclusive and Authentic Leadership - Build strong relationships through empathetic, values-driven leadership in a culturally diverse environment, supporting psychological safety and fairness.
• Innovate Within Regulatory Boundaries - Advocate for modern delivery practices and digital tools while navigating strict safety, security, and regulatory frameworks.
• Engage Strategically with Key Stakeholders - Cultivate trusted partnerships with the NDA, regulators, community stakeholders, and internal leadership to support project success.

Who We Are Looking For

We're looking for an accomplished and inspirational project leader who thrives on delivering major, complex programmes within highly regulated environments. You will bring a strong track record of leading high-value projects, building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, and driving successful outcomes through clear communication, strategic thinking, and effective decision making. With a passion for continuous improvement, you will be committed to developing both yourself and those around you while maintaining a relentless focus on delivery, safety, and performance.

As a confident and adaptable leader, you will be comfortable navigating challenging project environments, influencing at all levels, and finding innovative solutions to complex problems. You will lead by example, demonstrating sound judgement, resilience, and a proactive approach while inspiring teams to achieve ambitious goals. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who can combine technical credibility with strong people leadership to make a lasting impact on strategically important programmes.

Essential Experience & Qualifications

• Chartered Project Professional (ChPP)
• Commercial acumen, with an understanding of project and construction contracts, including NEC4 ECC.
• Proven senior leadership experience, supported by leadership training and a strong track record of delivering complex, high-value programmes or projects within a highly regulated industry.
• Demonstrable success in influencing and engaging senior stakeholders, building a positive professional reputation, and communicating effectively with diverse audiences.
• Strategic, results-driven and innovative, with substantial experience in environments such as engineering, procurement, construction or construction management, alongside evidence of ongoing professional development.

Desirable Experience & Qualifications

• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline is desirable.
• Experience of leading organisational change and delivering improvements within complex organisations.
• Conventional safety qualifications such as the CITB's - Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMTS), IOSH etc.

This is a rare opportunity to take a leading role in delivering projects of national significance, helping to shape complex programmes that make a real difference. If you're an ambitious, forward-thinking leader who enjoys tackling challenges, inspiring teams, and delivering exceptional results, we'd love to hear from you. Join us and play a key role in driving some of the UK's most important projects forward while advancing your own career in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

We offer a wide range of benefits - discover them all on our Careers website.

To learn more about NRS and the work we do, we invite you to explore our organisation by visiting Nuclear Restoration Services - GOV.UK. It's a great way to discover our mission, our people, and the impact we deliver.

Please note: All successful candidates will need to provide proof of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment/education history (typically covering the last 3-5 years) in line with NRS Baseline Security requirements. Some roles may also require full Security Clearance, which involves additional checks. For details, please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) guidance.

At NRS, we value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from underrepresented groups. We want to ensure you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application or interview process, please do not hesitate to let us know.

We offer flexibility on base location for multi-site roles and are happy to discuss flexible working options.

Please note that this vacancy may close earlier than the stated deadline should we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible