Strategic Nuclear Programme Director

WSP; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the United Kingdom is seeking a Technical Director to lead engagement with reactor vendors, developers, government stakeholders and supply chain partners to shape the procurement and delivery of SMR programmes.

You will combine strategic leadership, commercial acumen and nuclear sector expertise to develop robust programme strategies, win major opportunities and guide risk, governance and delivery planning across a growing UK nuclear portfolio.

Qualifications

• Significant experience supporting major nuclear infrastructure or energy programmes.
• Strong understanding of procurement, programme mobilisation and delivery within highly regulated environments.
• Experience working with reactor developers, operators, government bodies or major infrastructure clients.
• Proven track record in business development, work winning and account leadership.
• Strong understanding of the emerging UK SMR market.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and complex stakeholder environments.
• Ability to influence executive-level decision making and programme strategy.
• SC Clearance or the ability to achieve it.

Responsibilities

• Lead engagement with reactor vendors, developers and government stakeholders to shape procurement and delivery of SMR programmes.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with senior client stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor throughout programme development and delivery.
• Shape and lead bids for major nuclear opportunities, contributing to business strategy, market growth and work-winning activities.
• Advise clients on procurement, commercial and delivery models, ensuring alignment with programme objectives, regulatory requirements and investment drivers.
• Lead supplier engagement, market testing and supply chain development activities to support successful programme outcomes.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Nuclear sector

Stakeholder engagement

Business development

Education

Chartered professional or equivalent

Job description

WSP in the United Kingdom is seeking a Technical Director to lead engagement with reactor vendors, developers, government stakeholders and supply chain partners to shape the procurement and delivery of SMR programmes.

You will combine strategic leadership, commercial acumen and nuclear sector expertise to develop robust programme strategies, win major opportunities and guide risk, governance and delivery planning across a growing UK nuclear portfolio.