Special Projects Manager

Wilson James; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £60k+

8.65% Bonus

Travel allowance

Pension 5% employer

Life assurance

Job summary

Wilson James is recruiting a Special Projects Manager for Sizewell C in Ipswich. You will oversee safe, controlled delivery of enabling works and operational-improvement projects within the Lead Logistics Partner programme.

You will manage definition, planning, design coordination, procurement, delivery, testing and handover while coordinating designers, contractors and stakeholders. The role requires strong project management, risk and change controls, excellent communication, and the ability

Qualifications

• Strong project-management experience delivering enabling works, infrastructure or operational-improvement projects.
• Experience coordinating designers, contractors, suppliers and operational stakeholders.
• Ability to maintain project programmes, risks, issues, dependencies and clear progress reporting.
• Commercial awareness with experience controlling scope, budget, change and supplier commitments.
• Confident use of Microsoft Office and project-planning tools.
• Certified MAPS (HS&E Managers and Professionals) before start date.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, controlled enabling works and upgrades across Sizewell C Lead Logistics Partner programme.
• Manage projects from definition and planning through design, procurement, delivery, testing and handover.
• Coordinate designers, contractors, suppliers and operational stakeholders.
• Maintain programmes, risks, issues, dependencies and progress reporting.
• Ensure safe delivery within live operations without disruption to BAU.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Contractor management

Budget control

Progress reporting

MAPS certificate

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline

Tools

NEC contracts

CDM requirements

PRINCE2/ PMI

APM certification

Job description

Do you want to work for a business who genuinely values and empowers its employees?

Do you want to work for a business that is committed to your development, progression and well-being?

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Special Projects Manager at Sizewell C.

The Special Projects Manager is responsible for the safe and controlled delivery of assigned enabling works and operational improvement projects across the Sizewell C Lead Logistics Partner programme. Reporting to the Special Projects Lead, the role manages projects from definition and planning through design coordination, procurement, delivery, testing and handover. Projects may include warehouse fit-out, utilities and infrastructure upgrades, security enhancements and new logistics capabilities, delivered without disrupting live operations.

What we can offer you:

• Salary starting from £60,000 (depending on experience).
• 8.65% bonus.
• Travel and lodge allowance.
• Working Monday - Friday
• Annual leave of 25 days per year plus bank holidays.
• Life assurance scheme.
• Company sick pay.
• Pension Scheme 5% employer contribution.
• Access to an industry leading Employee Benefits Platform offering lifestyle savings and discounts on most high street retailers, a Reward and Recognition programme.
• Employee Assistance Programme that provides a health and wellbeing support service.
• As an employer of choice, we focus on wellbeing, training, and career progression.
• Employee Referral Scheme.

What do we need from you:

• Strong project-management experience delivering enabling works, infrastructure or operational-improvement projects.
• Demonstrable experience managing projects from definition through delivery, handover and close-out.
• Ability to maintain project programmes, risks, issues, dependencies and clear progress reporting.
• Experience coordinating designers, contractors, suppliers and operational stakeholders.
• Strong contractor-management capability covering mobilisation, performance, safety and quality.
• Commercial awareness with experience controlling scope, budget, change and supplier commitments.
• Ability to deliver safely within live operational environments without disrupting business-as-usual activity.
• Strong stakeholder-management, communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Confident use of Microsoft Office and project-planning and reporting tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills at all working and management levels.
• CITB HS&E Managers and Professionals certificate (MAPS) – must be obtained before the start date.

Desirable

• A degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline.
• Working knowledge of NEC contracts, CDM requirements or major-project governance.
• APM, PRINCE2, PMI or another recognised project-management qualification.
  • A working knowledge of:
  • Major infrastructure, construction or nuclear programme environments
  • CDM, contractor management and permit-to-work interfaces
  • NEC contract environments, commercial governance and change control
  • Logistics, warehouse, commissioning and operational-readiness environments

Site Specific Information

• You must be able to provide a 3-year work/ unemployment/ education history required for vetting process in line with SZC protocols.
• You must be able to obtain the SZC pass.

Wilson James is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. A criminal conviction will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position, however each case will be assessed on an individual basis. For information about Wilson James' commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, https://wilsonjames.co.uk/sustainability

Please be aware that, on occasion, we may close a vacancy earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive a high volume of strong applications.

Internal Applicants

At Wilson James, we support career growth and offer internal mobility to help employees explore new roles and advance within the company. Committed to promoting from within, we provide clear career pathways and continuous skill development. Unlock your potential by applying for exciting internal opportunities and new challenges. If you are currently employed under TUPE terms and conditions, please note that successful appointment to this role will be on Wilson James standard terms and conditions