Project Manager

JR United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join a high-profile nuclear project in Preston, UK. This role involves leading project delivery, managing teams, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a degree in engineering, extensive project management experience, and strong organizational skills. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Free single medical cover

Enhanced parental leave pay

Professional development reimbursement

Free employee assistance program membership

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing projects through all phases in complex environments.
• In-depth knowledge of project management methodologies including engineering and safety.
• Proven experience in delivering projects with high safety and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of projects ensuring successful execution within goals and budgets.
• Manage cross-functional project teams for effective nuclear project delivery.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and maintain communication with stakeholders.

Skills

Project management techniques

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Knowledge of safety standards

Education

Degree in engineering or related discipline

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

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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.
• 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.
• 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.