Project Manager – Deliver the Programme (GBE-N)
Manchester/Warrington or Derby – hybrid working supported
About Rolls-Royce SMR
At Rolls-Royce SMR, we are delivering a new generation of nuclear power – clean, affordable energy to support net zero. We are building something different: a collaborative, inclusive business where people from all backgrounds can contribute to meaningful, long-term impact.
We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to bring their full self to work.
The Opportunity
We need you to lead and deliver critical elements of our programme within the GBE-N project. You’ll take ownership of planning, coordinating and delivering complex work packages, helping us move forward with Stage 1 delivery in a structured and highly regulated environment.
This is a role where you’ll balance strategic delivery with hands‑on execution—working across teams, managing dependencies, and ensuring everything stays aligned to time, cost and quality commitments.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Deliver projects on time and within budget while maintaining quality standards
* Lead planning activities and ensure project plans remain accurate and up to date
* Manage financial forecasts alongside Cost Engineers
* Monitor performance, risks and dependencies, acting early to resolve issues
* Provide clear reporting and elevate where needed
* Build strong stakeholder relationships across the business
* Create a positive, high‑performing team environment
* Drive continuous improvement and apply lessons learned
What We’re Looking For
We don’t expect a perfect match—we encourage you to apply if you meet around 75% of the criteria.
You’ll Bring
* Strong project management experience delivering large, complex engineering programmes
* Knowledge of planning, budgeting, risk and change management
* Experience working in regulated or infrastructure environments (nuclear, energy, or similar advantageous)
* Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
* The ability to manage multiple workstreams and simplify complex information
* Familiarity with tools such as Primavera P6, MS Project, SAP or similar is beneficial
Qualifications & Experience
* Degree in Engineering (or equivalent experience)
* Project Management qualification (e.g. APM PMQ) or equivalent experience
* Experience in complex, multi-million-pound programmes
* Understanding of systems engineering or large-scale product development
* Membership of a professional body (desirable)
Salary & Benefits
* Salary: £50,650 - £66,500
* £2,200 flexible benefits allowance
* 12.5% bonus opportunity
* 6x pensionable life assurance
* 50% income protection
* 28 days holiday + bank holidays
* £250 new joiner payment
* Flexible and part-time working options available
Pay Range
£50,600.00
£66,465.00
Our Application Process
* Obtaining Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance
* Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
* Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check
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