About Assystem
Assystem is among the top three independent nuclear engineering firms worldwide, with over 60 years of experience in highly regulated sectors. The group supports public and industrial stakeholders in the execution of complex and strategic infrastructure projects, subject to high safety and security requirements. Assystem mobilises 8,000 experts across 13 countries and intervenes across the entire project lifecycle in engineering, project management and digital solutions.
Job Description
We are looking for a Project Manager (PM) to represent the Nuclear Defence business and support the delivery of the associated portfolio of projects for key blue‑chip clients. The PM will support the Defence Programme Manager across both the Project Management and PMO functions.
Reporting to the Programme Manager, the PM should have managed a range of projects with a demonstrable track record of delivering multi‑discipline projects from concept through to delivery, ensuring client and internal requirements are met, and that the project is completed to plan and within budget.
The PM will also have commercial skills and demonstrable project and contract change management expertise.
Main Responsibilities
* Deliver projects to scope, quality, schedule, and budget targets.
* Manage all phases of the project lifecycle using recognised methodologies.
* Control project budgets and monitor financial performance.
* Support governance, assurance and compliance activities.
* Manage project risks, opportunities and change control.
* Build strong relationships with clients, stakeholders and supply‑chain partners.
* Review project costs, schedules and critical milestones.
* Prepare reports, forecasts and client proposals.
* Promote teamwork and collaboration across project teams.
Key Attributes
* Commercial awareness.
* Strong communication skills.
* Team player mentality.
* Results‑driven approach.
* Attention to detail.
* Strong analytical and numerical skills.
* Proactive and organised mindset.
Qualifications
Essential
* Proven experience managing multiple projects (3+ years).
* Knowledge of project governance and project controls.
* Strong understanding of KPIs and Earned Value Management (EVM).
* Proficient in using ERP systems.
* Strong Microsoft Office Suite skills.
* Project Management qualification (e.g. APM).
Desirable
* Hold or ability to gain Security Clearance.
* Degree in Engineering, Project Management or related discipline.
* Experience working within frameworks or framework contracts.
* Experience within complex project or engineering environments.
Benefits
* Be part of dynamic construction and engineering projects.
* Work in a collaborative and professional environment.
* Develop your skills within a structured and well‑supported team.
Security and Export Controls
Many roles at Assystem are subject to security and export control restrictions. These restrictions may affect eligibility based on nationality, prior nationalities, place of birth and may require baseline personnel security standards and higher levels of national security vetting.
We will consider Inside IR35 contractors or permanent staff.
Equal Opportunities
We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote all forms of diversity within our company. Skills, talent and people’s ability to dare are what matter.
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