Project Manager

Assystem UK Ltd; Olney; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Assystem UK Ltd is hiring a Project Manager to lead the FMN Delivery Team and oversee complex design work across FEED design in mechanical, EC&I, and systems engineering. You will drive schedules, manage documentation, and maintain performance baselines, with support from engineering controls teams.

The role emphasizes proactive risk management, collaboration with safety and regulatory functions, and delivering projects on time and within budget in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in an engineering discipline.
• Project Management experience in planning, controlling budgets, and driving to schedules within a technical environment.
• Engineering and technical competence, sufficient to enable effective decision-making.
• Understanding of cross-functional roles such as purchasing, commercial, and engineering management.
• Well-organized, with a systematic and rigorous approach to planning work and priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, fostering strong teamwork and collaboration.
• Ability to simplify and communicate complex topics effectively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver assigned design work and ensure alignment with baselines.
• Manage cost and schedule performance across projects.
• Identify and mitigate risks to delivery.
• Lead and support assigned project managers.
• Ensure effective project setup, governance, and closeout.

Skills

Project management

Budget control

Scheduling

Communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

and ensure spending aligns with approved plans.

Key responsibilities

• Schedule for Success - Develop and maintain project schedules to keep everything on track.
• Report with Insight - Provide performance updates, including earned value and variance analysis.
• Drive Continuous Improvement - Analyze data and implement strategies to enhance delivery performance.
• Mitigate Risks - Proactively identify and manage risks.
• Support Change Management - Play a key role in adapting to project changes smoothly.
• Manage Dependencies - Oversee project interdependencies, ensuring smooth coordination across teams.
• Collaborate Cross-Functionally - Work closely with Supply Chain, Safety, and Regulatory teams to resolve any conflicts.
• Champion Best Practices - Contribute to a culture of excellence in project management.
• Live Our Values - Uphold and embed our company's vision, mission, and values into everyday work.

Your Impact as a Project Manager

You will be responsible for delivering complex and critical design work, which may include FEED design in mechanical, EC&I, and systems engineering.

Your Key Accountabilities

• Deliver assigned design work
• Manage cost and schedule performance
• Identify and mitigate risks
• Lead and support assigned project managers
• Ensure effective project setup, governance, and closeout

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in an engineering discipline.
• Project Management experience in planning, controlling budgets, and driving to schedules within a technical environment.
• Engineering and technical competence, sufficient to enable effective decision-making.
• Understanding of cross-functional roles such as purchasing, commercial, and engineering management.
• Well-organized, with a systematic and rigorous approach to planning work and priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, fostering strong teamwork and collaboration.
• Ability to simplify and communicate complex topics effectively.

Additional Information

Location: Any AEIL Office

Security Clearance: Due to the nature of work to be undertaken applicants will be required to meet certain criteria in order to attain a minimum level of UK BPSS security clearance.

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.

SummaryType: Full-time Function: Engineering Experience level: Not Applicable Industry: Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering

Company Description

Assystem is a global leader committed to accelerating the energy transition. With 7,500 employees across 12 countries, we tackle the monumental task of switching to low-carbon energy. Our 55+ years of experience in highly regulated sectors ensure we deliver top-notch engineering, project management, and digital solutions.

Job Description

Join the FMN Delivery Team - Where Challenges Meet Rewards! This is an incredible time to be part of the FMN Delivery Team! Our fast-paced, dynamic environment is both challenging and rewarding. As a Project Manager, you'll be backed by a dedicated engineering and project controls team that shares your drive for success.

We're looking for a Project Manager who is ready to:

• Lead and Track Progress - Drive the execution of delivering design packages of work, ensuring alignment with performance baselines.
• Manage Project Documentation - Keep all necessary records up to date and compliant.
• Control Budgets - Stay on top of expenditures