Senior Civil Project Leader – Nuclear Infra (NEC4)

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Assystem is seeking a Senior Project Manager to deliver four Ammunition Processing Buildings (APBs) and lead complex civil engineering and infrastructure projects under NEC4 contracts. The role requires an experienced project leader from a civil engineering background capable of design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover within a highly regulated environment.

The ideal candidate has a strong track record in heavy civils or infrastructure, leading multidisciplinary teams,

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Proven experience delivering major civil engineering or infrastructure projects within highly regulated environments.
• Chartered status (or working towards it) and leadership of multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate project teams to deliver outstanding results and drive a culture of excellence.
• Champion Health & Safety, ensuring compliance with CDM regulations and promoting a strong safety-first culture.
• Manage key stakeholder relationships to achieve successful project outcomes and business objectives.
• Oversee the full project lifecycle, managing scope, cost, schedule, quality, and risk from inception through to handover.
• Lead procurement activities and NEC4 contract delivery in line with MOD policies and governance requirements.
• Ensure projects are delivered within approved budgets, timelines, and performance targets.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement through regular feedback and effective contract management.
• Deliver accurate project, commercial, and performance reporting while meeting assurance and compliance requirements.
• Contribute to business growth and operational excellence by leading continuous improvement initiatives across the organisation.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder mgmt

NEC4 contracts

Contract management

Safety culture

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

NEC4

CEMAR

Job description

Assystem is seeking a Senior Project Manager to deliver four Ammunition Processing Buildings (APBs) and lead complex civil engineering and infrastructure projects under NEC4 contracts. The role requires an experienced project leader from a civil engineering background capable of design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover within a highly regulated environment.

The ideal candidate has a strong track record in heavy civils or infrastructure, leading multidisciplinary teams,