Project Manager Nuclear

Delkia; St Helens; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a Project Manager (Nuclear) to oversee the design and implementation of systems for Nuclear projects. The role involves managing engineering teams, ensuring compliance with relevant standards, and collaborating with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a project management qualification and experience in delivering projects under NEC contracts, along with strong problem-solving skills. This full-time role offers a hybrid work model and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employers pension contributions of 5%

4 day working week - Mon to Thurs

23 days holiday plus 3 discretionary days

Birthday Day Off

Healthcare cash plan

Volunteering time for STEM activities

Training and development

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Experience in managing and leading engineering teams.
• Understanding of industry standards and regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex engineering projects from conception to completion.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Nuclear band engineers, providing technical guidance and support.
• Ensure compliance of all engineering activities with standards and regulations.
• Collaborate to define project scopes and deliverables.

Skills

Track record of delivering projects under NEC contracts

Strong problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to influence sound engineering decisions

Experience in systems, mechanical and process engineering

Education

Qualified in a project management discipline

Tools

P6

Job description

Overview

Project Manager (Nuclear)

Location: Delkia Nexus Centre, Haydock / Sutton House, Cumbria

Attendance: Hybrid (2 days a week from either site)

Job type: Permanent / Full time

Rate: Competitive

Delkia is a specialist engineering and technology company for safety-related and mission critical systems in highly regulated sectors, including aerospace, clean energy and maritime sectors. Our offer incorporates: engineering design, technical consultancy and systems integration.

We believe that engineering is not just about technology, manufacturing and innovation. It\'s about the people behind it. Delkia ensures that its teams are the focus of its business through passion, belief and simply a better way of working, resulting in great outcomes for our customers. We\'re also proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and invest in future talent through supporting STEM initiatives, apprenticeships, placements and summer interns.

Our Head Office is the Delkia Nexus Centre, Haydock, supported by facilities in Sutton House, Dovenby Hall, Cumbria. Alongside these locations, we have a network of skilled staff working across the UK, forming a dynamic and highly capable team.

Come and join a company that values our people and is growing fast.

Overview of the role

The Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing and managing the design, development, and implementation of systems for various Nuclear projects. The successful candidate will ensure all engineering activities comply with relevant standards, regulations, and project requirements, with a particular focus on mission systems, systems integration and control panel design & manufacture.

What you'll be responsible for

• Lead and manage the Nuclear band engineers, providing technical guidance and support.
• Ensure all engineering activities comply with industry standards, regulations, and project requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, clients, and other stakeholders to define project scopes, deliverables, and timelines.
• Conduct programme reviews and assessments of engineering reports and documentation.
• Provide technical expertise and problem-solving support throughout project lifecycles.
• Ensure timely delivery of engineering tasks within budget and to the required quality standards.
• Manage subcontractors and suppliers to ensure compliance with project specifications and requirements.
• Oversee and maintain engineering standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Prepare and present technical reports and documentation to stakeholders.
• Lead project planning, risk management, and change control processes.
• Ensure effective communication and collaboration within the engineering team and across other project teams.

What you'll bring

• Track record of delivering projects under NEC contracts
• Qualified in a project management discipline ideally with relevant experience in Nuclear or similar regulated sectors.
• Experience in systems, mechanical and process engineering.
• Experience in managing and leading engineering teams.
• Understanding of industry standards and regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex engineering projects from conception to completion.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to influence sound engineering and make managerial decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in relevant project software and tools. (P6 would be a bonus)
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Employers pension contributions of 5%
• 4 day working week - Mon to Thurs
• 23 days holiday, plus 3 discretionary days to cover the Christmas closedown period (plus Bank Holidays)
• Birthday Day Off (in addition to your holiday entitlement)
• Healthcare cash plan - allowing you to reclaim the cost of everyday healthcare
• Volunteering time including 1 day for STEM related activities
• Professional Membership fees
• Free tea, coffee and fruit in the workplace
• Team collaboration and social events including a fully funded Christmas Party
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Flexible working
• Training and development
• Excellent company standards
• Company bonus scheme
• Great team spirit

Our Vision

To be the UK\'s leading engineering and technology partner for safety-related and mission-critical systems.

Our Mission

To enable a safer, more resilient world through the provision of engineering and technological solutions. We take pride in our role as a partner for safety-critical systems, ensuring the protection of people, assets, and missions that matter most.

Our Values

• Collaboration and teamwork
• Integrity, trust and accountability
• Safety and security
• Client focused
• Positive social value and impact
• Continuous improvement

Our Purpose

At Delkia we are driven by our purpose to protect lives and critical assets.

Equal opportunities: Delkia is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Please be aware that many roles working for Delkia will be subject to UK national security vetting restrictions. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK and satisfy requirements for national security vetting clearance as appropriate.

All applications will be dealt with in the strictest of confidence. If you require any reasonable adjustments during any part of the application process, please get in touch to discuss.

Please note: Delkia has a commitment to sourcing candidates directly and does not accept speculative CVs from agencies. Any unsolicited CVs submitted will be deemed gifted to Delkia and any terms & conditions associated with the use of such CVs will be null and void.

Department

Operations / PMO
Locations: Delkia Nexus Centre - HQ - Haydock
Remote status: Hybrid