Astute's Nuclear team is working on an exclusive basis with one of the industry leaders in innovative engineering solutions for trenchless renovation and decommissioning of pipes worldwide to recruit a Project Manager to join their rapidly growing projects team based at their offices in Bradford on Avon.

The strategically important Project Manager role comes with a salary of around £50,000 dependant on experience and a competitive package. This is a really exciting time to join the business as they develop their projects, expanding further into the market.

If you're an experienced Project Manager with a background working across design and development teams and are looking to work for a forward thinking organisation that puts their people at the forefront of what they do, then submit your CV to apply today.


Responsibilities and duties

Reporting to the Technical Director and Nuclear Director you will:

• Lead and motivate a multidisciplinary design and development team, driving the successful delivery of key projects for the development of products and processes to be installed across a number of critical customer sites.
• Work in close collaboration with engineering, production, and site teams, ensuring seamless project execution, from concept through to final installation and commissioning.
• Work with key stakeholders to define the project scope, looking at key objectives and deliverables to develop comprehensive project plans, schedules, and resource allocations to meet deadlines and budgetary requirements.
• Oversee the design, development, and implementation phases, ensuring all products and processes meet safety-critical standards.
• Ensure the successful installation and commissioning of systems on-site, following all necessary safety protocols.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders, providing regular updates on project progress.
• Manage client relationships, leading discussions on design adjustments, scope changes, and any issues that arise during project execution.
• Oversee the preparation of documentation for regulatory approvals, safety audits, and certifications, ensuring adherence to industry-specific regulations (e.g., HSE, ISO standards).
• Other duties as required.

Professional qualifications & skills

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, Project Management, or a related field
• Project management certifications such as PRINCE2, PMP, or equivalent are advantageous.
• 5+ years of project management experience, ideally within design and development for safety-critical industries (e.g., oil & gas, nuclear, aerospace, rail, or similar sectors).
• Demonstrated experience managing the full lifecycle of complex projects from design through to on-site installation.
• Thorough knowledge of safety regulations, standards, and best practices relevant to safety-critical industries.

Personal skills

The Project Manager role would suit someone who has:

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to balance client needs with safety and technical requirements
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage teams.
• Able to work in fast paced environments with ever-changing priorities and requirements.

Salary and benefits of the Project Manager role

• Salary of £50,000 - £55,000 dependant on experience.
• Competitive benefits package.
• Opportunity for career growth and development within a forward-thinking, safety-focused organisation.

INDNUC

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