We are currently recruiting for a Project Manager based in our Cranfield office. 

The key objective of the Project Manager will be to ensure assigned projects or work packages are planned and delivered in line with agreed contractual obligations and expectations with the intention to create a positive and collaborative client relationship. The PM leads the delivery of projects or work packages in a larger project, ensuring compliance with strict safety, regulatory, and quality standards. The PM is accountable for the planning, execution, and completion of projects or work packages within scope, time, and budget. They act as the key interface between customers, internal stakeholders, and contractors to ensure successful project delivery.

Key Activities:

•  Ensure projects or work packages are executed and controlled to meet customer requirements and minimise risks for the business.
• Ensure full compliance with nuclear safety, quality and environmental standards.
• Take responsibility for executing the project management processes on assigned projects.
• Develop, maintain and manage project plans, schedules, risk registers and budgets.
• Lead hazard identification and risk assessments relevant to project activities.
• Manage contracts and procurement processes in line with business processes to deliver project objectives.
• Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders including third parties/vendors.
• Manage and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams including engineering, QSHE, commercial, project controls and operations to ensure successful project delivery.
• Monitor project performance, conduct regular reporting, and implement corrective actions where necessary.
• Provide input regarding project resource needs based on assessment of their projects future workload.
• Conduct lessons learned and continuous improvement processes to drive efficient project delivery.
• Execute project governance, quality assurance, and change control processes.
•  Promote a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and innovation.

Key Outputs:

• Successfully delivered projects or work packages within agreed timeframes, cost, scope, and quality metrics.
• Delivery against Customer requirements with high safety and quality performance, strong OTIF delivery and minimum risk.
• Project documentation including project plans, schedules, risk registers etc.
• Accurate and timely reporting to the leadership team and other key stakeholders.
• Strong leadership of the integrated project delivery team.
• Effective stakeholder and interface management across multiple functions and organisations, including subcontractors and suppliers.
• Strong customer and stakeholder relationships with trust between parties.
• Lessons learned captured, communicated and applied to future project delivery.

   

A Project Manager will demonstrate a solid mix of technical expertise, project management qualifications, and practical experience in delivering projects, particularly within regulated industries. They will be a dynamic individual with a passion for driving successful projects and ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

Experience, Skills & Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of project management principles and methodologies.
• Good leadership skills with the ability to inspire and manage cross-functional teams, ensuring project goals are met efficiently and effectively.
• Demonstrable experience in planning. budgeting and risk management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels and ensure that complex information is conveyed clearly.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make informed decisions based on data and project requirements.
•  Effective time management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and budget targets are met.
• High attention to detail, particularly in the review and interpretation of technical documents, financial data, and project specifications.
• A working knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and project management tools such as MS Project or Primavera for project planning and reporting.

Behaviours:

• A strong commitment to safety, quality and compliance.
• A proactive approach to managing projects, anticipating potential issues, and taking the initiative to resolve problems before they escalate.
• Ability to adapt to changing project requirements, timelines, and environments, maintaining a calm and structured approach under pressure.
•  A commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous improvement in both personal skills and project outcomes.
• Strong ethical values, ensuring that all project decisions are made with integrity, transparency, and in line with organizational policies.

Training: 

Project Managers would be expected to already hold the following (or demonstrate capability to the level of):
Degree in Project Management, Engineering, or related discipline.

• APM PMQ or equivalent, working towards PPQ.
• Member of a recognised project professional body (e.g., APM, PMI).
•  IOSH or NEBOSH Managing Safely (highly desirable).
• Knowledge of ISO standards (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, 19443) and working knowledge of IMS systems.
• Knowledge of the key attributes of nuclear safety culture.

And would be expected to gain the following within 3 years:

•  APM PPQ
• A recognised qualification in leadership.

In return, we are offering a salary of  up to £62,800 plus excellent benefits to include:

25 days annual leave per year raising to 30 (1 day for every 2 years service)
8% Employer pension contribution (salary sacrifice) – 1% min Employee
Individual and family private health care
Life assurance (4x salary)
Employee assistance programme (EAP)
Income Protection
Professional Body Membership (1 per year)
Plus more including access to training and development opportunities. 
We are an equal opportunity employer.  We value and plan to continue to build on the benefits of our diverse working environment and recognise a priority to improve gender mix.

Everyone will be considered without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.