Project Manager - 12 Month contract

NRL; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Umbrella contract

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

NRL Recruitment is seeking an experienced Project Manager in Glasgow to oversee engineering projects in the nuclear defense sector on a 12-month contract via an umbrella arrangement. You will lead project delivery, governance, and stakeholder engagement to ensure on-time, on-budget outcomes.

The role requires SC security clearance, a relevant degree, and experience with NEC3/FIDIC contracting methods. This is a challenging opportunity for someone who thrives on responsibility within a regulated

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing projects lifecycle from bid to close-out.
• Strong governance, contracting, and stakeholder management.
• Knowledge of risk, budgeting, and schedule controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of project delivery in a nuclear/regulated environment.
• Manage risks, plan responses, and resolve issues with stakeholders.
• Establish governance aligned with management systems and standards.
• Drive delivery using best practices, continuous improvement, and technology.
• Monitor programme performance, control costs, and report regularly.
• Coordinate suppliers and manage dependencies to meet contract requirements.
• Lead project reviews, close-out activities, and lessons learned.

Skills

Project management

Governance

Contracting NEC3/FIDIC

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Education

Engineering/Project management/construction degree

APM PMQ (progressing to ChPP)

Job description

Project Manager - 12 Month contractBack to jobs# Project Manager - 12 Month contractLocationGlasgow, Dunbartonshire, ScotlandSalaryNegotiableContract TypeContractWork TypeFull TimePosted on10 Aug 2026**Job Title** Project Manager **Summary** We’re seeking an experienced Project Manager, in **Glasgow**,to oversee the successful delivery of engineering projects in the nuclear defense sector on a **12 month contract via NRL Recruitment**. This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives on responsibility and is keen to drive performance through leadership and collaboration. If you have proven experience in managing project lifecycles and strong stakeholder engagement skills, this could be the ideal role for you. **Security Clearance:** UK Security Check (SC) clearance is required for this role. Candidates must meet the relevant UK nationality requirements for security clearance, including being a **British national by birth**. Dual nationals are unfortunately unable to be considered for this position. **Salary** Open for discussion, it will be on an Umbrella basis, **Inside IR35** **Location** Glasgow **Client Overview** * Our client operates within the nuclear engineering sector and is focused on delivering high-quality, safety-driven projects in the defense industry. They are committed to innovation, operational excellence, and developing world-class solutions within a regulated environment.**Responsibilities** * Lead all aspects of Health, Safety, Security, Environment and Quality within the project.* Oversee the customer interface, including managing risks, planning responses, and resolving issues that arise.* Establish and maintain governance arrangements that align with business management systems.* Drive project delivery using industry best practices, continuous improvement initiatives, and innovative technology.* Monitor programme performance, controlling profit and loss, and produce regular reporting.* Manage third-party suppliers to achieve desired project outcomes.* Coordinate project activities, manage dependencies, and ensure compliance with contractual requirements.* Lead project reviews, close-out processes, and lessons learned initiatives. **Must-have Requirements** * Extensive experience in project management, ideally within nuclear or highly regulated environments.* Full project lifecycle experience, from bid stage to close-out.* Strong understanding of project governance, contracting methodologies (e.g., NEC3, FIDIC), and stakeholder management.* Recognised degree in engineering, project management, construction management, or equivalent.* APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ) (previously APMP); progressing towards Chartered Project Professional (ChPP) status.* Knowledge of risk management, budgeting, cost control, and schedule management techniques. **Nice-to-have Skills** * IOSH Managing Safely or higher safety qualification.* Familiarity with nuclear industry standards and compliance frameworks. This is a contract opportunity offering a competitive hourly rate through an umbrella arrangement, providing flexibility and a strong earning potential. Apply Now if you’re a skilled Project Manager ready to take on a new challenge in a regulated industry, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and join a team passionate about delivering complex projects to the highest standards.