Project Manager

Nuclear Restoration Services; St Marys Bay; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nuclear decommissioning company is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the Dungeness Decommissioning team. The role involves managing decommissioning scope, working collaboratively with stakeholders, and ensuring project delivery meets safety, time, and quality targets. Excellent communication skills and experience in a regulated industry are essential. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working

Annual leave up to 28 days

Company bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in a project management role.
• Experience of managing NEC3 and/or NEC4 contracts.
• Experience in a highly regulated industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage decommissioning scope within the high priority boilers.
• Develop and maintain good relationships with stakeholders.
• Contribute to the creation and coordination of project plans.

Skills

Project delivery experience

Risk management

Communication

Education

HNC/HND or equivalent in scientific, environmental or engineering discipline

APM Fundamentals Qualification or equivalent

Tools

CEMAR

Job description

Nuclear Restoration Services Limited (NRS) is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA). NRS is responsible for decommissioning first generation nuclear power stations Berkeley, Bradwell, Chapelcross, Dungeness A, Hinkley Point A, Hunterston A, Oldbury, Sizewell A, Trawsfynydd and Wylfa, and research sites Harwell and Winfrith. NRS is also responsible for electricity generation at hydroelectric plant Maentwrog. As a division of NRS, NRS Dounreay is responsible for the clean-up and demolition of the former centre of fast reactor research and development.

NRS is an exciting place to be, and this role is the perfect opportunity for you to be part of our challenging mission - to safely and successfully manage the UK’s civil nuclear legacy on behalf of the nation. To deliver our commitment, we need people like you who want to perform at an industry leading standard and be part of a team that continues to develop, innovate and even exceed our greatest achievements.

At NRS, we understand, and acknowledge the value of an inclusive working environment, and celebrate the diversity this brings to our workplace. Without this approach, we wouldn’t be in the position that we are now, being able to safeguard and secure the future of our organisation.

About The Role

Hear from Hiring Manager

We are looking for a skilled and experienced Project Manager to work within the Dungeness Decommissioning team responsible for demolition, dismantling and removal of plant and equipment.

This is a site-specific role at Dungeness to lead, manage and deliver decommissioning scope within the high priority boilers and ancillary plant removal workstream, working collaboratively with Senior Project Managers, and other members of the project team, site, and various other stakeholders.

The role of Project Manager requires the individual to have a sound understanding of the key drivers for project delivery including clear scope definition, effective risk management and strong communication.

We would like to welcome an individual that can bring drive and enthusiasm and can manage challenging deliverable targets. Ideally the individual will have experience of delivering in a highly regulated sector and will be able to further develop the capability of the team.

Key Deliverables:

Support the consistent application of project procedures for performance of project and design tasks in accordance with the NRS Project Management Process and Procedures.

To provide project management leadership and ensuring the safe delivery of projects to time, cost and quality with responsibility for leading projects to a successful conclusion.

Work collaboratively with site and internal functions on decommissioning projects.

Develop and maintain good working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders having the ability to engage and influence others to achieve positive outcomes.

Commitment to continuously improve and a pro-actively contribute to successful improvement changes.

Contribute to the creation and coordination of overall project plans, schedules, costs and risks, and monitoring activities, progress, and milestones against the plans.

Perform normal project management functions such as communication plans, monitoring progress, progress meetings and the identification, evaluation and resolution of issues/problems that may constitute an increase or

decrease in project scope, cost, or schedule.

Qualifications & Experience:

HNC/HND or equivalent technical qualification (NQF Level 5) in a scientific, environmental or engineering discipline AND demonstrable experience in a project management role (Essential).

APM Fundamentals Qualification or equivalent and willingness to obtain APM PMQ within 1 year of appointment (Essential).

Experience of performing functional tasks on projects with a basic understanding of PD25 NRS Project Management process and procedures (Desirable).

Project delivery experience (engineering, procurement, construction) of significant complexity in a highly regulated industry or industries (Essential)

Experience in managing NEC3 and / or NEC4 contracts and the use of CEMAR (Desirable)

Benefits Package

• Nuclear Restoration Services Limited (NRS) staff should refer to the document titled “Spot Point v Grade alignment” available on SharePoint for more information on how the grade structure aligns to Spot Points.
• Flexible working – where possible.
• The equivalent of 25 days (185 hours per year) annual leave plus Public Holidays (59.2 hours per year). This increases by 2 days (14.8 hours per year) annual leave after two full calendar years of service (as at 5th January in the leave year) , and an additional 3 days (22.2 hours per year) annual leave after five full calendar years of service (as at 5th January in the leave year). You also have the option to buy or sell the equivalent of 5 days (37 hours) annual leave each year (available in specific windows for the following holiday year). For the purpose of assessing an employee’s annual leave entitlement, a day means seven and two fifths (7.4) hours. A pro rata entitlement will apply for part time workers.
• Flexible benefits scheme – including cycle to work and reduced gym membership fees.
• Participation in our Company Bonus Scheme (up to £5,750 per annum based on corporate objectives).
• Employee Assistance Programme including 24-hour telephone support & personal assistance service and access to an online wellbeing App.
• Up to 13.5% employer pension contribution depending on individual contribution amount.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay (dependent on service).
• Access to training and development through the company performance management arrangements, supporting you in maintaining your personal Continuous Professional Development.
• We have various different employee networks supporting our inclusion, diversity and wellbeing mission at Nuclear Restoration Services Limited (NRS).
  
  
  

Additional Information

Please be aware this role holder requires security clearance, or the ability to obtain said clearance.

There is a requirement to live within a commutable distance to the sites where the role is based. For central/multi-site roles, we have various hubs across the UK and can be flexible with base location.

We value the unique differences that each of our colleagues bring to work every day and are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, included and able to perform at their best.

At Nuclear Restoration Services Limited (NRS), we are committed to creating a workplace that is diverse and inclusive, we therefore particularly welcome applications from Women, Black, Asian and Ethnic Minorities, LGBT+ and candidates with a disability as they are all underrepresented in our workforce.

We are happy to talk flexible working where possible.