Senior Project Manager ( M & E / Construction )

The Opportunity

We're looking for a Senior Project Manager to take ownership of major contracts or work packages, driving delivery across the full lifecycle - from design and procurement through to construction and commissioning. This is a high-impact leadership role, where you'll operate at the heart of a multi-billion-pound programme, influencing delivery, performance, and outcomes at scale.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead delivery of major contracts or packages in line with safety, quality, cost and schedule targets
• Define and execute delivery strategies aligned to the Programme Execution Plan (PEP)
• Manage multi-disciplinary teams (20-50+) across engineering, commercial and construction
• Drive programme performance - tracking progress, managing risks, and resolving issues
• Own project controls including schedule (L3/L4), cost, change and Earned Value Management
• Interface with key stakeholders including site teams, supply chain and international design teams
• Ensure full compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements

About You

• Proven experience delivering large, complex engineering or construction projects
• Strong background managing major contracts or work packages
• Experience within a regulated environment (Nuclear, Oil & Gas, Energy, Infrastructure)
• Demonstrable expertise in: Cost, risk, schedule and change management; Project controls & Earned Value Management (EVM); Contractor and stakeholder management
• Knowledge of NEC and/or FIDIC contracts
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Desirable

• Nuclear experience or understanding of nuclear quality standards
• Degree in Engineering, Construction or similar
• APM / Project Management qualification

What's In It For You

• Opportunity to contribute to the UK's most complex and high-profile clean energy project.
• Work alongside some of the most skilled professionals in the industry.
• Gain exposure to cutting-edge construction and engineering methods.
• Develop your career within one of the world's most demanding project environments.
• Competitive day rate and long-term contract potential.

Apply Now

If you're a driven and experienced Project Manager ready for a challenging yet rewarding opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Join [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] in supporting the next era of UK nuclear energy - and make your mark on one of the most transformative engineering projects of our time.

Apply today or contact Izabela Piwonska on [contact hidden] / to learn more. Good Luck!

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