Project Manager

We’re keenly searching for highly experienced Project Managers with a sound understanding of all engineering disciplines (especially Mechanical), to join an internationally renowned, market leading designer and supplier in nuclear energy.

Collaborating to help develop a definition for each project, you’ll then ensure each project is delivered on time, to budget and effectively resourced, by managing relationships with a wide range of groups. Reporting directly to the Operations Director, you’ll also be managing the work of consultants, effectively allocating and utilising resources to help maintain a co-operative, motivated and successful team. As the business grows, a dedicated Project Team will develop, reporting directly to the Project Manager.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage the co-ordination of partners (i.e. customers and partner companies) and working groups engaged in project work.
• Detailed project planning and control including:
  • Developing and maintaining a detailed project plan, managing all deliverables
  • Setting priorities for the Engineering Production and Engineering teams
  • Recording and managing issues, escalating where necessary
  • Resolving cross-functional issues at project level.
  • Monitoring project performance, reporting progress to the Operations Director
• Liaise with project board (MD, FD, Eng. Dir., Ops. Mgr.), providing updates as required
• Manage project evaluation and dissemination activities.
• Manage consultancy input within the defined budget.
• Work closely with users to ensure the project meets business needs

Required Experience 

• 10+ years experience in a similar role managing multiple, multi discipline £50K-£500K projects
• Good understanding of all engineering disciplines with an emphasis on Mechanical
• Qualified to MAPM and/or PMP status
• Proficient in MS Project
• Great communicator
• Ability to manage and resolve issues, both internally (within teams) and externally
• Hands on, get it done approach