Project Manager

Assystem GmbH; London, Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global engineering firm in a pivotal role as Project Manager for the Sizewell C nuclear project. This hybrid position offers the opportunity to work on groundbreaking energy initiatives while collaborating with diverse teams to ensure the successful delivery of critical systems and components. You will oversee the entire project lifecycle, from planning to execution, managing budgets, schedules, and stakeholder engagement. With a strong focus on innovation and continuous improvement, this role is perfect for professionals eager to make a significant impact in the energy sector and shape the future of clean energy.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution)

25 days’ paid annual leave + bank holidays

Professional development and training opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or Construction required, with project management qualifications preferred.
• Experience in managing high-value contracts and engineering project lifecycle essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of the Sizewell C project, ensuring timely and budget-compliant execution.
• Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams to manage project risks and deliverables.

Skills

Project Management

Engineering

Commercial Expertise

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Degree in Engineering or Construction

Professional qualifications (MIMechE, ICE)

Qualification in Project Management (APM PPQ)

Tools

Earned Value Management tools

CDM Regulations

Job description

About Assystem

Join Assystem, a global leader in engineering and project management, driving the energy transition worldwide. With over 7,500 Switchers, we blend our extensive engineering heritage with cutting-edge digital technologies to support vital infrastructure projects. Our mission is to accelerate the clean energy transition, and we’re seeking passionate professionals to be part of this journey.

Why Join the Community of Switchers?

As one of the top three nuclear engineering companies globally, Assystem offers unparalleled opportunities to work on some of the most significant nuclear projects in the world. Join our community and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of clean energy, while benefiting from a dynamic, collaborative work environment.

Job Description

The Job Mission

You will play a crucial role supporting the delivery of the Sizewell C (SZC), a landmark nuclear project shaping the future of clean energy. Be a key player in this multi-billion-pound venture – one of the largest and most exciting developments in the UK today.

As Project Manager, you will report directly to a Senior Project Manager and will be responsible for the direction and leadership of activities associated with the full life cycle delivery of a contract and package of work.

With the support of a multi-disciplinary team, the Project Manager will oversee the end-to-end delivery of critical systems, structures, and components for a number of buildings and contracts within the technical area. Your role will be to ensure delivery of all the engineering, procurement, manufacturing, construction, and commissioning activities for the life cycle of the contract in accordance with the overall Project schedule.

This is a hybrid role, with approximately 3-4 days based in the London or Bristol office and the remainder of the week working from home, subject to your manager’s requirements.

• Driving the delivery of the contract and package activities to ensure they are delivered safely on time, to budget, meeting business & technical requirements.
• Develop and implement strategies and plans in line with the overall programme execution plan (PEP), setting out how the programme of work will be managed, organised and executed.
• Monitoring delivery and managing the progress of the project – tracking progress against milestones, deadlines, budget and ensuring that the project List Of Deliverables (LOD) and project schedule are up to date.
• Ensuring that the schedules and milestones are consistent with the global schedule.
• Ensuring that the LoD are consistent with the agreed schedule(s) and ensuring Contract Partner(s) are delivering design output in accordance with the agreed schedule and the LoD.
• Coordination of the Task Order preparation for Equipment scope, preparation of Change Requests related to Task Order changes.
• Anticipate, manage and resolve issues within the contact or package. Identify risks and facilitate the resolution of all issues raised, develop and update the programme budget, and escalate any issues to the Senior Project Manager.
• Undertake contract administration activities (with support of a Commercial Manager) including variations, Early Warnings, Compensation Events and claims, technical queries and instructions.
• Managing risks & opportunities, and facilitating the resolution of all issues raised, developing and updating the programme budget, and escalating any issues.
• Managing design changes and configuration management.
• Proficient application of estimating, scheduling, programming, risk, and Earned Value Management tools.
• Ensuring effective engagement with internal and external stakeholders, including interactions between the Programme and other engineering sequences.
• Applying the principles of Continuous Improvement, ensuring that lessons-learnt and knowledge-capture are practiced as business as usual.

My profile

Required Skills and Qualifications

• A degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Construction or a related field (professional qualifications like MIMechE and ICE are a bonus).
• Qualification in Project Management such as APM PPQ or other recognised qualification.
• Experience of working over the full lifecycle of an engineering project, from initial design through to commissioning.
• Commercial expertise, including experience managing high-value contracts, cost control, and resolving claims.
• Technical and practical comprehension of engineering, procurement and construction methods and techniques in a UK context.
• Hands-on expertise with Earned Value tools, CDM Regulations, and quality assurance in regulated environments.
• Ability to produce accurate, complete and fully logic-linked construction plans.
• High level of analytical and numerical skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders, particularly those in a site environment.
• Excellent organisational, leadership and communication skills.

Desired Skills

• Experience in the nuclear sector, or other highly regulated environments.
• Knowledge and understanding of the EPR design.
• Professionally qualified with chartered or equivalent status.
• Experience of major construction projects.
• Experience of commercial contracting; understanding of various contract types, in particular the NEC suite and FIDIC.
• Understanding of earned value analysis.
• Working knowledge of French language is an advantage.

Why Apply?

Join Assystem and be part of the energy transition, working on one of the most significant nuclear projects in the world. You’ll gain valuable experience, collaborate with international teams, and play a crucial role in shaping the future of energy engineering.

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.

Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution).
• 25 days’ paid annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell additional days.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements.

Join us to shape the future of energy engineering with a global leader in nuclear projects. Apply now and become a part of our innovative team!

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