Senior Defence & Nuclear Programme Lead

Assystem GmbH; West of England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Assystem is seeking an experienced Principal Project Manager to lead complex defence and nuclear programmes from Bristol on site. You will manage scope, schedule, budget, and governance, ensuring safety and quality.

Ideal candidate has NEC4, 3+ years managing multiple projects, ERP proficiency, and an APM qualification. Willingness to travel to customer sites and attend offices in Bristol/Glasgow/Newcastle.

Qualifications

• Nuclear Defence or wider Defence sector experience.
• Experience managing multiple projects (3+ years).
• NEC4 contract experience and strong governance knowledge.
• Proficient in ERP systems and MS Office; PMP/APM desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver projects to defined scope, schedule and budget with quality.
• Apply project management methodologies across the full lifecycle.
• Manage budgets, financial reporting and forecasting.
• Support governance reviews and client processes compliance.
• Build relationships with clients, suppliers and the supply chain.

Skills

Project management

NEC4 contract experience

Earned Value Management

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

APM qualification

Education

APM or equivalent project management qualification

Degree in Engineering or Project Management

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Assystem is seeking an experienced Principal Project Manager to lead complex defence and nuclear programmes from Bristol on site. You will manage scope, schedule, budget, and governance, ensuring safety and quality.

Ideal candidate has NEC4, 3+ years managing multiple projects, ERP proficiency, and an APM qualification. Willingness to travel to customer sites and attend offices in Bristol/Glasgow/Newcastle.