Project Manager

Assystem; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top 3 nuclear engineering company

Collaborative environment

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Assystem are seeking a Project Manager for our Nuclear Defence portfolio based in Derby with a hybrid work model (2–3 days on-site). You will deliver complex projects on time and within budget, applying formal project governance and controls while maintaining strong client and supplier relationships.

The role requires a track record of managing multiple projects, a solid understanding of KPIs, EVM and ERP systems, and a recognised PM qualification such as APM.

Qualifications

• 3+ years managing multiple projects.
• Knowledge of project governance and application of project controls.
• Solid understanding of KPIs and EVM.
• Proficient in understanding and using ERP systems.
• Strong experience with the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Project Management qualification (e.g., APM).
• Commercial skills with demonstrable project and contract change management expertise.

Responsibilities

• Deliver projects to scope, quality, schedule and budget in line with objectives.
• Apply recognised project management methodologies across all lifecycle phases.
• Manage financial performance and budgets.
• Support project assurance and reviews for compliance and delivery.
• Ensure adherence to client processes and operating procedures.
• Monitor team performance against contractual obligations.
• Identify risks and opportunities and escalate as needed.
• Maintain relationships with the supply chain throughout the contract.
• Review and update duration and cost estimates and identify critical dates.
• Monitor financial performance, prepare reports and update final cost estimates.
• Maintain integrity and transparency in all project activities.
• Review proposed changes and assess impact with stakeholders.
• Collaborate effectively and encourage teamwork within the project team.
• Generate quality bids and proposals for clients.

Skills

Project management

Governance

KPIs & EVM

ERP systems

MS Office

APM

Contract change management

Education

APM Certification

Engineering degree

Job description

Assystem is an international company with one mission: accelerate the energy transition around the world.

Every day, our 7,500 switchers located in 12 countries (Europe, Middle East, Pacific Asia & Africa) connect their six thousand billion neurons to tackle the task of the century: switching to low‑carbon energy.

We are a collective committed to the actors who are making the energy switch. Sharing our knowledge, expertise and values allows us to innovate and think differently about the energy transition.

Drawing on more than 55 years' experience in highly regulated sectors subject to strict security and safety requirements, we provide our customers with engineering and project management services, as well as digital services and solutions to optimise the performance of complex infrastructure projects throughout their life cycle. The Group is currently ranked third in the world for nuclear engineering.

To ensure a viable, efficient, and reliable energy future for all.

Project Manager

Location: Derby

Your Future Team

We’re looking for a Project Manager to represent our Nuclear Defence business and support the delivery of a portfolio of projects for major blue‑chip clients. The role is based out of our Derby office (hybrid), with 2–3 days a week on‑site alongside the project team and regular visits to the customer’s Derby site.

Your Missions

• Accountable for delivering the project to scope, quality, schedule and budget in alignment with organisational objectives.
• Applying recognised project management methodologies and tools across all phases of the project lifecycle.
• Manage financial performance to control project budgets.
• Support project assurance and reviews to ensure compliance and successful delivery.
• Ensure adherence to all agreed client processes and operating procedures.
• Monitor the performance of the project team against contractual obligations.
• Monitor risks and opportunities, escalating where required.
• Maintain productive relationships with the supply chain throughout the contract.
• Review and update duration and cost estimates, identifying critical dates.
• Monitor financial performance, prepare reports, and update final cost estimates.
• Maintain integrity and transparency in all project activities.
• Review proposed changes, assess their impact, and request further details if needed.
• Collaborate effectively and encourage teamwork within the project team.
• Ability to generate quality bids and proposals for clients.

Why join the community of Switchers?

• Assystem has over 55 years of experience in nuclear engineering. We are among the top 3 largest nuclear engineering companies.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a dynamic team of experts who are passionate about driving progress and supporting each other's growth.
• Access to an employee assistance programme with free mindfulness, health, wellbeing resources and a confidential support line available 24/7 via phone or text.

Qualifications

Experience

• Proven track record of managing multiple projects (3+ years).
• Knowledge of project governance and application of project controls.
• Solid understanding of KPIs and EVM.
• Proficient in understanding and using ERP systems.
• Strong experience with the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Project Management qualification (e.g., APM).
• Commercial skills with demonstrable project and contract change management expertise.

Key Attributes

• Commercial Awareness
• Effective team player
• Strong communicator
• Results driven
• Attention to detail
• High level of analytical and numerical skills

Desirable

• Degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Engineering, Project Management) or significant experience.
• Knowledge or experience of working within Frameworks.
• NEC 3/4 Contract experience.

Additional Information

• These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation.
• All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter! Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.