Project jobs in EE. UU.

Civil Infrastructure (Nuclear Sector)

Location: Seascale

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager (Pre-Construction) to lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of civil infrastructure projects within the nuclear sector. This role is pivotal in shaping the early stages of complex, high-value projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks, and driving excellence in safety, quality, and efficiency.

The successful candidate will oversee pre‑construction activities across frameworks, working closely with stakeholders, design teams, contractors, and regulatory bodies to ensure readiness for execution.

• Lead pre‑construction planning for civil infrastructure projects within nuclear frameworks.
• Develop project execution strategies, schedules, and risk management plans.
• Ensure alignment with client objectives, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.

• Act as the primary liaison between clients, contractors, consultants, and regulatory authorities.
• Facilitate collaboration across multidisciplinary teams including engineering, procurement, and safety specialists.
• Present project updates and reports to senior leadership and external stakeholders.

• Review and approve design deliverables, feasibility studies, and constructability assessments.
• Ensure compliance with nuclear safety standards, environmental regulations, and quality benchmarks.
• Drive innovation in construction methodologies and digital project management tools.

• Manage framework agreements, procurement strategies, and tender evaluations.
• Oversee budget development, cost control, and value engineering initiatives.
• Negotiate contracts and ensure adherence to commercial terms.

• Identify and mitigate risks associated with nuclear civil infrastructure projects.
• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental (HSE) policies.
• Maintain compliance with nuclear regulatory frameworks and industry codes of practice.

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline (Chartered status preferred).
• Proven track record (10+ years) in project management within civil infrastructure, ideally in the nuclear or highly regulated sectors.
• Strong knowledge of nuclear safety standards, regulatory frameworks, and quality assurance processes.
• Experience managing large‑scale, complex projects from pre‑construction through delivery.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project, BIM tools).

• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans.
• Strong commercial acumen and contract management expertise.
• Exceptional organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Collaborative leadership style with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation.

Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate.

Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business.