Project Manager

Rolls-Royce SMR

Project Manager delivering Cooling Water Island design work for Rolls-Royce SMR’s low-carbon nuclear power programme. Coordinating engineering, procurement, regulatory, and programme teams across hybrid UK locations.

Posted 8/17/2026full-timeManchester • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £50,600 - £66,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in delivering complex engineering projects within regulated environments, with strong capabilities in planning, budgeting, risk management, and stakeholder engagement. Proficient in using project management tools and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.

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Project Management CertificationPrimavera P6Risk ManagementStakeholder ManagementEngineering Project Lifecycle

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Hard Skills

Project ControlsBudgetingSchedulingChange ManagementCooling Water SystemsBalance of PlantMechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringCivil EngineeringRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsInfluencing SkillsCollaborationProactivity

Tools & Technologies

MS ProjectProject Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

APM PMQDegree in Engineering

Industry Keywords

Nuclear IndustryInfrastructure ProjectsRegulatory RequirementsSafety CultureLicensingConsentingProcurementSupply Chain

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver the Cooling Water Island design work package within the Temelin programme
Deliver project scope safely, on time, and within budget
Maintain robust project plans with support from Project Planners
Forecast and manage project finances alongside Cost Engineers
Support resource planning and mobilisation across the work package
Lead day-to-day collaboration with engineering and programme teams
Identify and manage project risks and implement mitigation plans
Monitor project performance and escalate issues where required
Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement
Support engagement with customers, suppliers, and regulatory stakeholders
Ensure compliance with project management governance, processes, and procedures
Report to a Senior Project Manager or Programme Manager
Work with Engineering Managers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex projects safely and efficiently
Participate in additional screening required for nuclear-industry safety regulations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience delivering complex engineering or infrastructure projects in multidisciplinary environments
Strong capability in planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, and change management
Experience with project controls, including schedule and cost management
Confidence using Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar project management systems
Understanding of project delivery in highly regulated industries such as nuclear, defence, energy, or infrastructure
Awareness of nuclear safety culture and regulatory requirements
Experience delivering or supporting Balance of Plant, Cooling Water Systems, Conventional Island, or other major engineering packages
Experience working across mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering disciplines
Understanding of interactions among engineering, procurement, construction, and regulatory activities in large-scale programmes
Good understanding of engineering project lifecycles and delivery models
Experience working in complex regulatory environments
Exposure to licensing, consenting, or regulatory-body interface management advantageous
Ability to build relationships across technical and non-technical teams
Confidence communicating project status, risks, and issues to varied stakeholders
Strong influencing and interpersonal skills
Ability to simplify and clearly communicate complex topics
International-team experience beneficial
Czech language skills or previous Czech Republic experience advantageous, not essential
Ownership, accountability, organisation, proactivity, adaptability, and collaborative approach
A degree in Engineering or equivalent practical experience
Project management certification such as APM PMQ or equivalent experience
Proven experience delivering engineering, infrastructure, or capital projects
Understanding of commercial, procurement, supply chain, or project controls activities
Experience managing stakeholders within complex project environments
Nuclear-sector experience beneficial but not essential
Applicants must complete BPSS clearance, a DBS check, and a basic financial probity check

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits allowance: £2,200
Bonus opportunity: 12.5%
Standard Rolls-Royce SMR pension 12%
28 days holiday plus bank holidays
Life assurance: 6x pensionable salary
Income protection: 50%
£250 new joiner payment
Flexible and part-time working options available
Flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment
Opportunities for career growth
Continuous learning opportunities
Flexible working arrangements and hybrid working
Support obtaining formal qualifications
Mentoring opportunities
Employee-controlled rewards and benefits scheme including investments, insurances, and wellbeing options