Programme Director - Fusion & Modular Nuclear

Assystem GmbH; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Assystem GmbH is seeking a commercially minded Strategic Pursuits and Programme Director to lead the pursuit, win and delivery of strategic programmes within the Fusion and Modular Nuclear unit. You will shape pursuit strategies, optimise profitability and strengthen client relationships as a senior leader within FMN and the wider New Build teams.

You will steer strategy, drive programme delivery and engage with clients, partners and supply chain to ensure successful outcomes in a competitive

Qualifications

• Must have proven track record leading strategic pursuits and bids for complex programmes.
• Strong commercial acumen with P&L responsibility and governance.
• Extensive stakeholder management experience within highly regulated sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic pursuits and bids across the Fusion and Modular Nuclear portfolio.
• Oversee delivery of strategic programmes with P&L accountability and profitability.
• Define pursuit and delivery strategies for new build projects, including Owners Engineer services.
• Build and evolve cross‑functional teams to meet programme demands.
• Drive performance, capability development and resource optimisation.
• Foster and grow relationships with clients, partners and supply chain stakeholders.
• Represent the business in consortia, JV ventures and industry initiatives.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Pursuits & bids

P&L management

Client relationship mgmt

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a commercially minded, client-focused Strategic Pursuits and Programme Director to join our Fusion and Modular Nuclear business unit. Reporting directly to our Business Unit Director, you will lead the pursuit, winning and delivery of strategic programmes, driving Assystem’s continued growth and impact within the nuclear sector. As a senior leader within the FMN and wider New Build teams, your leadership will shape pursuit strategies, programme delivery, profitability, and client relationships. You’ll represent Assystem both independently and within consortia, steering outcomes that align with our business goals and strategic vision.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic pursuits and bids across the FMN portfolio.
• Oversee the successful execution of strategic programmes, including P&L responsibility.
• Define pursuit and delivery strategies for new build projects (e.g. Owners Engineer services for SMRs and AMRs).
• Build and evolve teams to meet programme demands.
• Drive performance, profitability, capability development, and resource optimisation.
• Foster and grow collaborative relationships with clients, partners, and supply chain stakeholders.
• Contribute to the strategic development of the FMN business unit.
• Represent Assystem in Joint Ventures, client consortiums, and industry-facing initiatives.