Project Managers & Assistant Project Manager's (Engineering)

NRL; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Project Manager with a background in Mechanical, Electrical or Heating Engineering. The role involves overseeing major UK and European Nuclear Power projects, ensuring safe and efficient project delivery. Ideal candidates will have a strong project management background, preferably within regulated environments like Nuclear Energy, complemented by excellent communication and organizational skills.

Benefits

Free single medical cover

Digital GP service

Enhanced parental leave pay

Support for professional development

Community engagement programs

Qualifications

• Proven track record in delivering complex projects, preferably in Nuclear Energy.
• Experience managing contractors and consultants on large construction projects.
• Chartered status in relevant engineering field is essential.

Responsibilities

• Drive delivery of contract activities, ensuring safety and compliance.
• Monitor progress against milestones and budget, report to stakeholders.
• Manage changes to contract and facilitate resolutions of issues.

Skills

Project Management

Financial Management

Change Management

Excellent Communication

Organisational Skills

Education

Degree in Engineering, Construction, or Physics

Tools

Project Management methodologies (APM, Prince 2)

Job description

Project Manager - Mechanical / Electrical / HVAC

Location:Bridgwater, UK

On behalf of a leading engineering consultancy, we are looking to recruit a Project Manager with a background in Mechanical / Electrical / Heating Engineering on a permanent basis.

About the Opportunity:
Our client's Nuclear Power Programmes are delivering critical works to major UK and European projects, including Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C, and Poland's first Nuclear Power station. They provide major programme and project management capabilities throughout the project lifecycle, delivering safe, high-quality solutions on time by thinking innovatively and working collaboratively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive the delivery of contract or package activities to ensure they are delivered safely, on time, to budget, and meet business & technical requirements.
• Monitor and manage the progress of the programme, tracking progress against milestones, deadlines, and budget, and provide key stakeholders with reports.
• Anticipate, manage, and resolve issues within the contract or package, identify risks, and facilitate the resolution of all issues raised.
• Undertake all contract administration activities, including variations, claims, technical queries, and instructions.
• Provide oversight of the Tier 1’s supply chain to ensure Nuclear Safety is maintained.
• Resolve issues during the manufacturing process to ensure quality and schedule are maintained.
• Manage all changes to the contract, including scope definition, business justification, and implementation of agreed changes.
• Ensure level 3 schedules are developed and maintained for the contract or package of work.
• Ensure Qualification for Nuclear Safety activities are completed to validate the performance criteria of the equipment.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven track record of delivering projects within a technically complex and dynamic environment, ideally within the Nuclear Energy sector or similar regulated environment.
• Strong management skills, including project management, financial management, change management, and facilitation.
• Experience managing contractors, consultants, and other advisors throughout large and complex construction projects.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, able to develop relationships and maintain effective networks.
• Degree and chartered status in engineering, construction, physics, or a related field.
• Knowledge and/or practitioner of Project Management with experience applying APM body of knowledge and OGC's Prince 2.

Why Join?
People are our client's greatest asset, and they offer a competitive package to attract and retain the best talent. UK employees receive free single medical cover, digital GP service, enhanced parental leave pay, free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, reimbursement towards professional development and memberships, and more. They also give back to their communities through their Collectively program, which includes matched-funding, paid volunteering time, and charitable donations.

About the Client:
Our client is dedicated to inspiring and empowering their team to deliver their best work, enabling them to evolve, grow, and succeed. They offer exciting opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team that always strives to do the right thing for their people, clients, and communities.

The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.

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