Project Manager - Nuclear

Amey; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal development

Pension

Leave 24 days

Discounts

Affinity networks

Social impact days

Job summary

Amey is seeking a Project Manager to lead nuclear-related projects within the Built Environment Advisory team in the UK. You will manage tender-to-delivery processes, ensure quality, cost and schedule adherence, and supervise junior staff.

Experience in regulated environments, strong PM skills, and familiarity with PM software are valued. Amey emphasizes flexible development and robust safety and regulatory awareness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Masters degree in an appropriate subject (desirable).
• Associate membership of the Association for Project Management.
• PMQ or equivalent, or working towards.
• Applies project management theory to clearly understood situations, where concepts are matched to problems.
• Takes ownership for the preparation and checking of deliverables and is fully capable of working unsupervised and supervising more junior staff undertaking similar tasks.
• Very good working knowledge of relevant project management software and similar analytical tools.
• Demonstrates good commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Handle projects from tender through to delivery and close out, liaising with the different stakeholders (internal and external) as required.
• Prepare, check and maintain project management information/deliverables to meet quality, cost and programme. You should be able to oversee the actions of more junior members of staff undertaking similar tasks.
• Liaise with client and supplier representatives at peer level, attending progress meetings, responding to queries etc.
• Maintaining, implement and advocate for Project Management Processes across the Advisory team.
• Ensure project compliance with Health and Safety, Environmental and other appropriate regulations
• Document any relevant case studies that can be used to support future bids and support bid development
• Forecast, monitor and report on the financial performance of the project, through regular reports, comparing actual and forecast performance for costs, programme, risk and safety inc. variations.
• Responsible for performance, including financial of single discipline projects.

Job description

Title: Project Manager - Nuclear

Requisition ID: 12478

The Opportunity

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Project Manager to join our Built Environment team, part of the Advisory business - a vibrant, inclusive community that celebrates our differences and makes a real impact across the UK.

Responsibilities Include

• Handle projects from tender through to delivery and close out, liaising with the different stakeholders (internal and external) as required.
• Prepare, check and maintain project management information/deliverables to meet quality, cost and programme. You should be able to oversee the actions of more junior members of staff undertaking similar tasks.
• Liaise with client and supplier representatives at peer level, attending progress meetings, responding to queries etc.
• Maintaining, implement and advocate for Project Management Processes across the Advisory team.
• Ensure project compliance with Health and Safety, Environmental and other appropriate regulations
• Document any relevant case studies that can be used to support future bids and support bid development
• Forecast, monitor and report on the financial performance of the project, through regular reports, comparing actual and forecast performance for costs, programme, risk and safety inc. variations.
• Responsible for performance, including financial of single discipline projects.

What You Will Bring To Us

• Bachelors or Masters degree in an appropriate subject (desirable)
• Associate membership of the Association for Project Management
• Association for Project Management Project Management Qualification (PMQ) or equivalent - or should be strongly working towards
• Applies project management theory and principles to clearly understood situations, where concepts are matched to problems
• Takes ownership for the preparation and checking of deliverables and is fully capable of working unsupervised and supervising more junior members of staff undertaking similar tasks. Can check deliverables to a reasonable standard and takes ownership for this
• Very good working knowledge of relevant project management software and similar analytical tools
• Demonstrates good commercial awareness

Nuclear Sector Experience

We are particularly keen to hear from candidates with experience of delivering projects within the nuclear sector or other highly regulated environments. Experience working on nuclear licensed sites, knowledge of nuclear safety culture, and familiarity with relevant regulatory and assurance frameworks will be highly valued. Applicants holding, or working towards, NSQEP (Nuclear Skills Qualification and Experience Passport) recognition are encouraged to apply. Whether your background is in project management, architecture, structural engineering, building services, surveying or multidisciplinary design, we are looking for professionals who can bring a strong understanding of safety, compliance, quality assurance and technical excellence to support the continued growth of our nuclear and complex infrastructure portfolio which will include; decommissioning and waste management, defence nuclear programmes, SMRs and working with advanced reactors and new nuclear build.

What We Can Offer You

At Amey, we recognise that our biggest asset is our people. That is why when you join us, we offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life’s ups and downs. It is the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers.

Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.

Some Of Our Benefits Include

• Exceptional personal development, training and progression plans, designed to allow you to shine in your career, all in line with your personal ambition
• Competitive salary and compensation
• Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey
• 24 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Flexible benefits scheme, including the option to buy additional annual leave and insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership
• Our Save with Amey programme gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in
• Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant
• Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey
• Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities

Who We Are

Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We design, deliver, protect, and maintain critical assets and systems.

What We Do

We advise, design, finance, deliver, and enhance civic, transport, and defence systems. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance, and operational expertise, we create secure, resilient, compliant, and high-value outcomes across the lifecycles of new and legacy assets.

Application Guidance

Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview, if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.