Project Manager (I&C focused)

Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in one of the UK's most ambitious infrastructure projects? As an I&C Project Manager at EDF UK, you'll be at the heart of delivering essential Instrumentation and Control engineering solutions for Hinkley Point C. This is your chance to shape the future of low-carbon energy while working on a project that's transforming the industry.

The Opportunity

At Hinkley Point C (HPC) we are building two new nuclear reactors, the first in a new generation of nuclear power stations in the UK providing low carbon electricity for around six million homes. As an I&C Project Manager, you'll oversee the full lifecycle of Instrumentation and Control activities - from engineering and procurement to installation and commissioning. You'll work closely with a Senior Project Manager to ensure delivery aligns with safety, quality, time, and cost expectations. You'll be part of the Hinkley Point C Project, which is delivering two European Pressurised Reactor (EPR) power stations in Somerset, with a combined output of 3.3GW. EDF, as the majority shareholder and Principal Contractor, is leading this 96-month construction project that will power millions of homes for the next 60 years.

Pay, Benefits & Culture

The salary associated with this role is from £64,232. We're talking about everything from enhanced parental leave to electric vehicle leasing, health insurance to product discounts, critical illness insurance to technology vouchers, gym membership to season ticket loans. At EDF UK, we embrace flexibility while recognising that everyone's working needs are different. Whether you're in our office spaces, on site, or working remotely, we promote an environment that supports collaboration, connection, and comfort. No matter where you are, our priority is to make sure you feel safe, valued, and celebrated. Here, we do right by each other and everyone's welcome. We're on an action-oriented journey, championing equity, diversity, and inclusion. We'd like our future workforce to have an equal gender balance, represent a broad mix of people from minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+, those with a disability and supporting social mobility. We're a disability confident employer and we'll do all we can to help with your application. Please let us know if you need to request reasonable adjustments. We take pride in fostering a dynamic and inclusive environment, where the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our employees drive fresh thinking and innovation. We understand that success means different things to different people. We believe there are multiple definitions of what it means to succeed. That's why we support you to pursue a career that's unique to you. Because success is personal.

What You'll Be Doing

You'll be responsible for planning and delivering I&C work packages, ensuring the right resources are in place and SQEP compliant. You'll support the Senior Project Manager in aligning strategies with the Programme Execution Plan and maintaining strong communication with stakeholders. Your focus will be on delivering safely, on time, and within budget. You'll monitor progress, manage risks, and escalate issues when needed. You'll also support schedule development and ensure alignment with the wider project timeline. You'll help foster a culture of continuous improvement by sharing lessons learned and collaborating across programmes. You'll ensure contractual obligations are met and contribute to the overall success of one of the UK's most significant energy projects.

Who You Are

We're looking for a candidate with a solid background in Instrumentation and Control, with hands-on experience or a strong track record in project management working within engineering or I&C. You bring proven leadership experience in complex projects and a solid understanding of CDM Regulations. Your analytical and critical thinking skills are matched by your ability to apply tools like estimating, scheduling, risk management, and Earned Value Management. You understand the importance of nuclear quality and how it's maintained. You've worked on multi-discipline EPCM projects and have experience managing complex contracts, controlling costs and schedules, and handling commercial claims. You're confident engaging with stakeholders at all levels in regulated environments and have experience working within NEC and FIDIC commercial frameworks. You're ready to bring your expertise to a project that's shaping the UK's energy future.

Closing date for applications is 10th June, interviews will follow shortly after.