Project Manager

NRL; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

NRL is seeking an experienced Project Manager for a significant role in the nuclear sector. This position involves leading project delivery, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and managing cross-functional teams. The role offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Free single medical cover

Enhanced parental leave pay

Free membership of employee assistance programs

Reimbursement for professional development

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing projects in regulated environments.
• In-depth knowledge of project management techniques and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of projects within defined goals and budgets.
• Manage cross-functional project teams for nuclear projects.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and quality assurance.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Project Management

Education

Degree in Engineering

Formal Project Management Qualification

Tools

Project Management Tools

Job description

About the Opportunity:

NRL is excited to be recruiting an experienced Project Manager for a key role with one of our prestigious clients. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a major, high-profile project within the nuclear sector. You will play an essential role in project delivery, working on impactful work with competitive pay and opportunities for both professional development and long-term career stability.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead the delivery of projects, ensuring successful execution within defined goals, timelines, and budgets, while adhering to safety standards and regulatory compliance.
• Work closely with the client’s Project Portfolio Manager (PPM) to develop and execute project strategies, ensuring alignment with overall project objectives.
• Manage and oversee cross-functional project teams, ensuring the safe and effective delivery of nuclear projects.
• Maintain continuous communication with the client and internal teams, fostering strong relationships and ensuring effective project execution.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety standards, quality assurance procedures, and project activities.
• Occasionally travel to other UK sites to support project delivery and collaborate with stakeholders.

What You’ll Need:

• A degree in engineering or a related discipline.
• Formal Project Management qualification (e.g., APMP) or equivalent.
• Extensive experience managing projects through all phases, ideally within complex, regulated environments.
• In-depth knowledge of project management techniques and methodologies, including experience with engineering, design, procurement, safety, and construction management.
• Proficiency in project management tools, including scheduling, cost control, risk management, and Earned Value techniques.
• Strong communication and organizational skills to foster relationships and maintain effective networks with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven experience in delivering projects within high safety and regulatory standards.
• Has the ability to gain security clearance.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package to attract and retain top talent.
• Free single medical cover and digital GP services.
• Family-friendly benefits, including enhanced parental leave pay.
• Free membership of employee assistance and parental programs.
• Reimbursement for relevant professional development and memberships.
• Opportunities to engage with the Collectively program, including matched-funding, paid volunteering time, and charitable donations.

Location: Lancashire, UK

The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.

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