Job Description
Job Title: Contract Project Manager – Interim
Location: London or Bristol, with hybrid working available
Closing Date: 23rd May 2024
Vacancy Overview
Are you an experienced project professional looking for your next rewarding challenge? Join a growing team at the forefront of large-scale infrastructure delivery and play a vital role in shaping the UK’s future energy landscape. This is your opportunity to contribute to one of the country’s most ambitious engineering programmes – a next-generation nuclear power project that will help drive progress toward Net Zero by 2050.
Role Purpose
This interim Contract Project Manager role sits within a key delivery team overseeing a major infrastructure programme. You’ll be responsible for managing the delivery and performance of a significant workstream – the Conventional Island and Balance of Plant – under a Nuclear Services Agreement (NSA).
You will ensure contractual activities align with project milestones and that progress, quality, and commercial performance are tracked and managed effectively. With a strong understanding of contract terms, supply chain processes, and programme delivery, you will provide essential coordination across multiple stakeholders to ensure successful outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
* Act as the main point of contact for NSA contractual delivery within a defined programme of work
* Monitor and manage contract execution and performance, resolving issues proactively
* Ensure on-time, on-budget delivery in alignment with scope and quality expectations
* Compile and report on key contract metrics and performance indicators
* Lead and support contract change negotiations and compensation event management
* Coordinate closely with supply chain, commercial, and delivery teams
* Manage risks and early warnings effectively and in line with contract provisions
* Facilitate resolution and coordination meetings with contractors and internal teams
* Enable change control processes to secure additional technical support as required
* Provide oversight and support for the technical delivery from the Responsible Designer
Skills and Experience
Essential:
* Minimum 5 years’ experience in major infrastructure projects (nuclear sector experience advantageous)
* Strong contract management expertise, particularly in complex engineering environments
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with a range of stakeholders
* Highly organised, adaptable, and able to manage multiple workstreams
* Proficient in MS Office and other project management tools
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
* Proactive approach to problem-solving and escalation
Desirable:
* Previous experience in nuclear engineering or project management
* Understanding of commercial and procurement processes for large capital projects
* Familiarity with EPR project design principles
* Experience coordinating cross-functional technical topics
* Fluency in French (an asset, but not required)
* Chartered or working toward chartership with a relevant professional body
* Experience with early-stage contract procurement and tender processes
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oin a team that is committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy infrastructure. Apply your expertise where it truly matters.