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Apply remote type Hybrid locations Reading area time type Full time posted on Posted 13 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: August 25, 2025 (2 hours left to apply) job requisition id R28485
If you’d like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given.
AWE are recruiting for an enthusiastic and adaptable Project Manager to join our team.
Location: RG7 4PR, this role is located at our Aldermaston site, with free onsite parking.
Package: Starting at £49,830 ( depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience)
Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application.
Let us introduce the role
As a Project Manager, you would engage with engineers and the DNO regarding engineering projects that will directly influence our core business. You would be responsible to deliver assigned projects to time, cost and quality, compliant with AWE processes. The role of the Project Manager may also include the applications of skill sets within nuclear programmes and projects in supporting the delivery of the AWE mission. Project Managers will be expected to work in roles which require an awareness and compliance to the nuclear license conditions. It is likely you will be managing multiple projects at any one time with stakeholders across the enterprise.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking someone adaptable who can show a clear background in previous project management competence. In the role you will:
* Manage projects with focus on Governance (compliance and reporting).
* Management of project resources (people, money).
* Lead the planning of the task/project.
* Lead, support and initiate change against the Performance Measurement Baseline (PMB).
* Lead, initiate and perform risk and opportunity identification and subsequent actions.
* Manage and engage with a variety of different stakeholders, at all levels.
* The Company may require you to fulfil any other reasonable duties aligned to your position from time to time in line with business needs.
Whilst not to be considered a tick list, we’d like you to have experience in some of the following:
* Membership of a relevant professional body.
* Previous experience within engineering projects.
* Able to build and maintain effective internal and external working relationships.
* Able to read, analyse and interpret charts, spreadsheets, schedules and technical drawings.
* Provide a clear and concise communication, both oral and written, at multiple levels.
* Compile present presentations to peers and Senior Managers.
* Build good team morale and spirit and motivate others.
You’ll need to have the ability to work calmly and constructively in a priority changing environment and be able to manage your own workload. You will also have initiative, enthusiasm, a flexible approach, and ability to work to tight deadlines.
Some reasons we think you’ll love it here:
AWE has wide range of benefits to suit you. These include:
* 9-day working fortnight – meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.
* Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions).
* Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay.
* Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body.
* Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.
* Life Assurance (4 x annual salary).
* Discounts – access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.
* Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.
The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'.
There may be an opportunity for potential occasional UK based travel in this role.
This role requires the majority of the work to be carried out on site. Therefore hybrid working is limited, but available when the work allows.
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Next steps:
Everyone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table. We recognise that great people don’t always ‘tick every box’. That’s why we focus on your potential, your fit with our values, your transferable skills as well as your experience. Even if you don’t meet every point above, but you feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please go ahead and apply, we’d love to receive your application.
Important things you need to know:
* We encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment if applications are high and the role therefore closes.
* You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV.
* We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process.
* Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1 stage process.
Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide will be stored in accordance with GDPR and kept separate from your application form and CV, and the information will not be shared with anyone involved in interviewing or making hiring decisions.
Please note that you must be a British Citizen to apply for a role with us.
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