Strategic Project Manager – Nuclear Science & Tech

United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory; Warrington; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Annual leave 25.5 days

Bonus scheme

Learning opportunities

Employee assistance

Cycle to work

Health care benefits

Job summary

United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory (UKNNL) is seeking a Project Manager to deliver complex projects within scope, on time and within budget. You will lead cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder communications to ensure successful outcomes.

Essential criteria include a PM qualification (APMP/Diploma APMP/IPMA Level D) or progress towards it, and a proven ability to deliver small‑medium scale projects with strong financial and reporting skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in project management/delivery roles with a track record of leading small-medium projects.
• Strong financial monitoring and reporting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and complex contracting models.

Responsibilities

• Develop project scope and execution strategies for endorsement.
• Lead cross-functional project teams and manage stakeholder communications.
• Provide regular status, risk, and financial reporting to PMA.
• Ensure delivery within time, cost and quality parameters.
• Control change, configuration, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Financial acumen

Communication

Analytical thinking

Team leadership

SC clearance

Education

PM qualification (APMP/ Diploma APMP / IPMA Level D) or working towards

Tools

Microsoft Office

MS Project

Job description

United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory (UKNNL) is seeking a Project Manager to deliver complex projects within scope, on time and within budget. You will lead cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder communications to ensure successful outcomes.

Essential criteria include a PM qualification (APMP/Diploma APMP/IPMA Level D) or progress towards it, and a proven ability to deliver small‑medium scale projects with strong financial and reporting skills.