Project Manager

Framatome; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

8% employer pension contribution

Private health care

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Framatome UK is seeking a Project Manager to lead complex nuclear projects, ensuring delivery on scope, time and budget while complying with safety and regulatory standards. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage stakeholder interfaces and drive governance, reporting and continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Strong understanding of project management principles and methodologies.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and delivering projects on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of projects or work packages within scope, time and budget.
• Interface with customers, internal stakeholders and contractors to ensure successful project delivery.
• Develop and manage project plans, schedules, risk registers and budgets.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams and ensure compliance with safety, quality and regulatory standards.
• Provide regular reporting and implement corrective actions when needed.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Planning & budgeting

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

G - PROJECT MANAGEMENT - G1 - Project Management

Job Opening Title

Project Manager

Job type

Non fixed term

Energise Your Career with Framatome UK – Powering a Safer, Smarter Nuclear Future Framatome is a global leader in nuclear energy, recognised for delivering innovative, value-added technologies that design, build, maintain, and advance the world's nuclear fleet. With 20,000 employees in over 70 locations worldwide, we provide components, fuel, and control systems for nuclear power plants, along with a full suite of reactor services — all focused on improving safety, performance, and sustainability.Backed by EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (19.5%), we're driving the future of clean energy. Here in the UK, our team is already 400 strong — and growing. As we expand our service offerings across the UK nuclear industry, we're aiming to reach 600 dedicated professionals in 2026.Now's your chance to join a company that's shaping the energy transition — where your expertise will matter, your growth will be supported, and your work will help power generations to come.

The key objective of the Project Manager will be to ensure assigned projects or work packages are planned and delivered in line with agreed contractual obligations. The PM leads the delivery of projects or work packages in a larger project, ensuring compliance with strict safety, regulatory, and quality standards. The PM is accountable for the planning, execution, and completion of projects or work packages within scope, time, and budget. They act as the key interface between customers, internal stakeholders, and contractors to ensure successful project delivery.

The role of the Project Manager includes, but is not limited to, the following aspects:

• Ensure projects or work packages are executed and controlled to meet customer requirements and minimise risks for the business.
• Ensure full compliance with nuclear safety, quality and environmental standards.
• Take responsibility for executing the project management processes on assigned projects.
• Develop, maintain and manage project plans, schedules, risk registers and budgets.
• Lead hazard identification and risk assessments relevant to project activities.
• Manage contracts and procurement processes in line with business processes to deliver project objectives.
• Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders including third parties/vendors.
• Manage and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams including engineering, QSHE, commercial, project controls and operations to ensure successful project delivery.
• Monitor project performance, conduct regular reporting, and implement corrective actions where necessary.
• Provide input regarding project resource needs based on assessment of their projects future workload.
• Conduct lessons learned and continuous improvement processes to drive efficient project delivery.
• Execute project governance, quality assurance, and change control processes.
• Promote a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and innovation.

Successfully delivered projects or work packages within agreed timeframes, cost, scope, and quality metrics.

• Delivery against Customer requirements with high safety and quality performance, strong OTIF delivery and minimum risk.
• Project documentation including project plans, schedules, risk registers etc.
• Accurate and timely reporting to the leadership team and other key stakeholders.
• Strong leadership of the integrated project delivery team.
• Effective stakeholder and interface management across multiple functions and organisations, including subcontractors and suppliers.
• Strong customer and stakeholder relationships with trust between parties.
• Lessons learned captured, communicated and applied to future project delivery.

Profile

• Strong understanding of project management principles and methodologies.
• Good leadership skills with the ability to inspire and manage cross-functional teams, ensuring project goals are met efficiently and effectively.
• Demonstrable experience in planning. budgeting and risk management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels and ensure that complex information is conveyed clearly.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make informed decisions based on data and project requirements.
• Effective time management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and budget targets are met.
• High attention to detail, particularly in the review and interpretation of technical documents, financial data, and project specifications.
• A working knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and project management tools such as MS Project or Primavera for project planning and reporting.

Behaviours

• A strong commitment to safety, quality and compliance.
• A proactive approach to managing projects, anticipating potential issues, and taking the initiative to resolve problems before they elevate.
• Ability to adapt to changing project requirements, timelines, and environments, maintaining a calm and structured approach under pressure.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous improvement in both personal skills and project outcomes.
• Strong ethical values, ensuring that all project decisions are made with integrity, transparency, and in line with organizational policies.

Project Managers would be expected to already hold the following

• Degree in Project Management, Engineering, or related discipline.
• APM PMQ or equivalent, working towards PPQ.
• Member of a recognised project professional body (e.g., APM, PMI).
• IOSH or NEBOSH Managing Safely (highly desirable).
• Knowledge of ISO standards (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, 19443) and working knowledge of IMS systems.
• Knowledge of the key attributes of nuclear safety culture.

And would be expected to gain the following within 3 years:

• APM PPQ
• A recognised qualification in leadership.

What’s in it for you?

• 25 days annual leave per year rising by 1 day for every 2 years worked (max 30 days) + Bank Holidays
• 8% employer pension contribution with employee 1% contribution (salary sacrifice)
• Individual and family private health care
• Cashplan – Level 2 cover
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Employee assistance programme (EAP)
• Professional Body Membership
• Tusker Electric car scheme (salary sacrifice)
• Cycle to Work scheme (salary sacrifice)
• Babbel – learn a new language
• Generous family leave

We are an equal opportunity employer. We value and plan to continue to build on the benefits of our diverse working environment and recognise a priority to improve gender mix.

Everyone will be considered without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.

Job location

United Kingdom

Job family

Standard

Minimum level of education required

Bachelor

Minimum level of experience required

Experienced

Reference number

2026-27414

Publication date

8/25/2026

Background checking required ?

Yes

Legal company

Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy recognized for its innovative, digital and value added solutions for the global nuclear fleet. With worldwide expertise and a proven track record for reliability and performance, the company designs, services and installs components, fuel, and instrumentation and control systems for nuclear power plants. Its more than 20 000 employees work every day to help Framatome's customers supply ever cleaner, safer and more economical low-carbon energy. Visit us at www.framatome.com, and follow us on Twitter: @Framatome_ and LinkedIn: Framatome.Framatome is owned by the EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI – 19.5%).