Project Manager

NRL; Heysham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Project Manager for a major role in the nuclear sector. You will lead project delivery, ensuring compliance with safety standards while working closely with clients and cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has a degree in engineering, formal project management qualifications, and extensive experience in regulated environments. Competitive salary and family-friendly benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Free single medical cover

Enhanced parental leave pay

Free employee assistance programs

Reimbursement for professional development

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing projects through all phases, ideally within complex, regulated environments.
• In-depth knowledge of project management techniques and methodologies.
• Proven experience in delivering projects within high safety and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of projects, ensuring successful execution within goals, timelines, and budgets.
• Manage and oversee cross-functional project teams.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety standards and quality assurance procedures.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Safety compliance

Education

Degree in engineering or a related discipline

Formal Project Management qualification (e.g., APMP)

Tools

Scheduling tools

Cost control tools

Risk management tools

Job description

Job Title: Project Manager

Location: Lancashire, UK

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)
• 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