Sub Project Manager

Rullion Engineering Cumbria; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Sub Project Manager to oversee project management services within the nuclear sector. This hybrid role requires a Bachelor's degree and substantial knowledge in project management, with responsibilities across planning, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of relevant experience, demonstrate strong leadership skills, and be adept with project management tools like Primavera. The position offers a competitive pay rate of up to £45 per hour and emphasizes diversity and equal opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of applicable project management experience required.
• Experience in nuclear or other highly regulated industry is preferred.
• Familiarity with UK regulatory regimes (ONR, EA, etc.) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct and coordinate activities to manage projects from initiation to closure.
• Monitor and review all project economics including costs and operational budgets.
• Create communication plans for stakeholder information exchange.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Engineering, Business, or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Primavera

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job title: Sub Project Manager

Duration: 12 months initial contract, umbrella then potentially to become permanent

Start date: ASAP (subject to medical and security clearance)

Shift patterns: Mon‑Fri, 37.5 hours per week, hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days at home)

Pay rate: up to £45 per hour (umbrella, DOE)

Location: Combination of Sellafield and Whitehaven office

Working under the guidance of a Senior Project Manager or Programme Manager, the Sub Project Manager will deliver project management services from feasibility through design, construction and handover.

Responsible for delivering work packages as part of a large complex project, complete delivery of a small project or multiple minor tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Planning, directing and coordinating the team's activities to manage and implement projects and/or interrelated projects from initiation to final close down.
• Determining, monitoring and reviewing all project economics including costs, operational budgets, staffing requirements, resources, and risk.
• Identifying and assembling the appropriate blend of resources to meet project needs and requirements.
• Planning, scheduling, monitoring and reporting on activities related to the project.
• Adhering to established project control and reporting procedures and managing changes in operational plans.
• Undertaking status review meetings among project team members and customers; advising Senior Management on project management capability and risk.
• Controlling project requirements, scope and change management issues.
• Creating communication plans, ensuring appropriate information exchange among key stakeholders.
• Accounting for delivering the package, project or minor task to time, cost and quality.

Key Requirements

• Knowledge/Skills:
  • Bachelor's degree in applicable disciplines such as Project Management, Engineering, Business or Construction Management, or an appropriate APM Qualification.
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office tools and Primavera or Microsoft Project.
  • Knowledge of aspects of the nuclear cycle (reprocessing, waste management, decommissioning, power generation).
  • Familiarity with UK regulatory regimes (ONR, EA, etc.).
  • Proven leadership and management skills.
  • Knowledge and experience of budgeting and resource allocation procedures.
• Personal Qualities:
  • Good interpersonal skills; effective verbal and written communication.
  • Ability to lead and direct a team.
  • Ability to develop relationships with stakeholders in upper management positions.
  • Ability to analyse problems, establish facts and make complex decisions with little to no supervision.
  • Ability to drive change in working practices.
• Minimum of 2 or more years of applicable project management experience required.
• Experience in nuclear or other highly regulated industry.
• Working on 1 project or a number of projects within a framework on the SL site.

We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

Company Information

This contract vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd. Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients, from large well‑known brands to SMEs and start‑ups. As a family‑owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long‑lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.

Rullion is a forward‑thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base, from small start‑ups to large household names.