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# Project Manager - Civil Systems Location: Manchester, Warrington or Derby with Hybrid Working Why we need you We need you to help deliver one of the most exciting engineering programmes in the UK - the development of our next generation Small Modular Reactor (SMR). As a Project Manager within our Civils, Architectural and Plant Layout project management team , you'll play a pivotal role in bringing together engineering, procurement, construction and regulatory activities to ensure the successful delivery of key elements of the CKoP systems and component design.Working closely with engineering design teams and colleagues across Procurement & Supply Chain, you'll help us deliver on time, on budget and to the highest standards of quality and safety. What you'll be doing You'll be at the heart of our Generic Product Development Programme, taking responsibility for managing your own projects while supporting the Senior Project Manager. In this role, you'll: Drive on time, on budget delivery across complex engineering work packages. Maintain accurate project plans, working with dedicated planners. Update and track financial forecasts alongside Cost Engineers. Build strong relationships across engineering, procurement, supply chain and programme teams. Monitor and report performance, escalating issues where needed. Create a positive, collaborative environment across all functions. Capture and embed lessons learned. Identify risks and implement proactive mitigations. Champion improvements in processes and ways of working. Support external stakeholder engagement when required. What you need to bring We'd love to hear from you if you meet around 75% of the below - we know great people don't always tick every box. Project management expertise Experience delivering complex, multi year, multi million pound engineering projects. Strong planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk and change management skills. Familiarity with project management tools (training provided where needed) such as Primavera P6, MS Project, ARM, SAP, Excel, Power BI and Power Apps. Technical engineering understanding Solid grasp of engineering principles relevant to large scale infrastructure or energy projects. Experience working within regulated industries advantageous. Interpersonal & communication skills Ability to influence, collaborate and simplify complex topics for varied audiences. Industry knowledge Awareness of the SMR or nuclear sector helpful, but not essential. Leadership behaviours Strong organisational skills and resilience. Ability to solve problems creatively. Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. Qualifications & background Engineering degree or significant experience managing engineering projects. Project Management certification (e.g., APM PMQ) or equivalent experience. Understanding of systems or product engineering design. Professional membership beneficial. Knowledge of UK nuclear regulation advantageous but not essential. Strong stakeholder management experience. What you'll get in return £48,000 - £63,000 salary £2,200 benefits allowance 12.5% bonus opportunity 6x pensionable life assurance 50% income protection 28 days holiday + bank holidays £250 new joiner payment Flexible and part time working options available Working patterns This role is offered on a 37.5 hour week , with flexibility built in. We're happy to discuss part time or adjusted working arrangements to support work-life balance. Security checks This role requires BPSS clearance . As part of our offer process, we'll complete standard security and financial checks, including DBS. These are never pass/fail - individual circumstances are always considered. This role will also be subject to US Export Controls which may impact applicants from some nationalitiesIf you're driven by meaningful engineering challenges and want to help shape the future of low carbon nuclear energy, we'd love to hear from you.'ll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer:• A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment. • Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business. • A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive, and continually improving recruitment practices that ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive.Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you.Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch - we welcome applications from people with transferable skills. Our Application Process Due to the safety regulations within the nuclear industry, applicants will be required to participate in additional screening. These are:• Obtaining Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance • Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check • Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check. We are Rolls-Royce SMR A career with Rolls-Royce SMR offers a unique opportunity to contribute to an exciting organisation delivering a transformational mission. Rolls-Royce SMR is a radically different approach to proven nuclear technology. Each Rolls-Royce SMR power station will generate 470MW of low-carbon energy - equivalent to more than 150 onshore wind turbines and enough to power a million homes for over 60 years. With its Rolls-Royce SMRs will play a vital role in supporting renewable energy by helping to overcome intermittency and ensure a stable, sustainable energy future. We're proud to be one of the few employers that can genuinely say we're a strengths-based organisation. Our people are here because of what makes them exceptional - and our role is to help them make the most meaningful contribution of their careers, doing work they love. We offer opportunities that go beyond traditional career paths. At Rolls-Royce SMR you can develop your career by exploring roles and challenges that align with your unique talents. Our culture At Rolls-Royce SMR, we are committed to ensuring that our teams reflect the communities we serve and that everyone can be themselves at work. We know that diverse teams are more innovative and get better results, and that our people can thrive and be more successful in truly inclusive cultures. Join us and help shape our culture. Find out more about our inclusion pledge. Rolls-Royce SMR is a place where everyone can grow, so whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day and help shape our culture.You'll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer: • A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment. • Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business. • A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive, and continually improving recruitment practices that ensure everyone can thrive. What we offer At Rolls-Royce SMR, our reward offering is focused on recognising you for your efforts and motivate you to |
