Project Manager (Turbines)

Sizewell C; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government-funded nuclear project in the UK is seeking a Project Manager to lead the Turbine Building sub-programme. You will manage complex technical challenges and ensure compliance with nuclear safety standards. The ideal candidate has a degree in engineering and proven project management experience. Competitive salary of £70,000 - £80,000 per year, with flexible working options available.

Benefits

Bonus

Market-leading pension up to 15%

Flexible benefits including electric vehicle leasing

Healthcare screening

Product discounts

Critical illness insurance

Gym membership

Season ticket loans

Qualifications

• Experience in management and major project delivery in power plants is preferred.
• Knowledge of CDM regulations and nuclear quality standards is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead a Multi-disciplinary Delivery Team (MDT) to deliver complex systems.
• Manage work related to the Turbine Building.
• Ensure nuclear safety is maintained while delivering quality on time and budget.

Skills

Project management experience

Technical communication

Stakeholder management

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Professional qualifications (MIMechE, MICE, MCIOB, APM ChPP)

Job description

Project Manager (Turbines)

Sizewell C, London (3 days per week)
Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 per year

Employment type: full‑time (flexible part‑time discussed)

Benefits: bonus, market‑leading pension up to 15% employee contributions, flexible benefits including electric vehicle leasing, health‑care screening, product discounts, critical illness insurance, gym membership, season ticket loans, etc.

We are a government‑funded project; no visa sponsorship. Applicants must hold the legal right to work in the UK. Equality of opportunity: warmly welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Closing date: Thursday 13th November 2025

The Opportunity

Join our expanding Sizewell C team on one of the largest megaprojects in the UK. The SZC Project is a nuclear new build in Suffolk with construction starting this year.

We are looking for a Project Manager to lead the Turbine Building sub‑programme.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead a Multidisciplinary Delivery Team (MDT) and drive delivery of complex systems, structures and components in the Conventional Island area.
• Manage work related to the Turbine Building, solving timing and technical challenges critical to the project’s success.
• Provide strong leadership to ensure nuclear safety is maintained while delivering on quality, timescales and budget.
• Directly manage contractors and oversee project delivery of multiple stakeholders and partners.
• Apply demonstrable project‑management experience and strong understanding of engineering within a nuclear environment.

Who you are

• Hands‑on Project Professional with proven experience in management and major project delivery, preferably in conventional island power plant scope.
• Strong technical background to communicate complex technical ideas to diverse audiences.
• Success in engineering design, contract and execution strategies; familiar with multi‑discipline projects and complex stakeholder management; proficient in project controls.
• Experience managing contractors, consultants and advisors in regulated environments.
• Excellent communication, presentation and organisational skills; able to build strong relationships and networks.
• Leadership skills highlighted by stakeholder engagement and effective team management.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field is essential; professional qualifications (MIMechE, MICE, MCIOB, APM ChPP) very desirable.
• Knowledge of CDM regulations, nuclear quality standards and quality assurance approaches beneficial.

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! A full job description is available upon application.