Assistant Project Manager

Location: Derby, Manchester or Warrington

Salary: base salary range is £42,000.00 - £55,150.00 depending on experience

Our mission is to deliver clean, affordable energy for all. Our Small Modular Reactor (SMR) provides a British solution to a global energy challenge. We are in a unique position to become a global leader in SMR technology and the UK's premier clean energy export. The Programme Directorate sits at the heart of delivering our SMR programme. Working across complex engineering, regulatory, procurement and construction activities, the team drives collaboration, innovation and delivery to help bring a new generation of nuclear power to life.

Role Overview

In this context, we are looking for an Assistant Project Manager to support a Programme Manager in delivering key projects across our SMR programme. This is an exciting opportunity to play a direct role in one of the UK's most ambitious engineering programmes, helping to deliver projects safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and management of project plans, schedules and delivery activities to achieve key programme milestones
• Monitor project performance, risks, issues and opportunities, ensuring appropriate mitigation and escalation where required
• Collaborate with engineering, commercial, procurement and regulatory stakeholders to drive successful project outcomes
• Support project governance activities, reporting requirements and decision-making processes
• Assist with project cost management, forecasting and budget tracking activities
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, lessons learned and the development of project management best practice
• Ensure activities are delivered in line with safety, quality and regulatory requirements

Candidate Profile

• A recognised project management qualification, such as APM PMQ, or equivalent practical experience
• Experience supporting or delivering projects within engineering, infrastructure, energy, construction or other highly regulated environments
• An understanding of project planning, scheduling, risk management and project controls processes
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Experience using project management and reporting tools such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Power BI, SAP or similar systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with excellent attention to detail

Location

We offer hybrid working arrangements and expect regular attendance at one of our Rolls‑Royce SMR locations in either Manchester, Derby or Warrington. Occasional travel may be required to support project and stakeholder activities.

What’s in it for you?

• Base salary between £42,000.00 - £55,150.00
• Cash benefits allowance of £2,200
• Annual bonus opportunity of up to 12.5%
• 29 days' annual leave plus public holidays
• 6% employee to 12% employer pension contributions
• Private Medical Insurance – BUPA single cover
• Life Assurance – 6× pensionable pay
• Home Office Support – £250 one‑off payment for new starters
• The opportunity to grow your career in a rapidly expanding organisation that is shaping the future of clean energy

Why Join Us?

• You’ll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation.
• A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment.
• Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business.
• A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive, and continually improving recruitment practices that ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Our Application Process

Due to the safety regulations within the nuclear industry, applicants will be required to participate in additional screening. These are:

• 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

We’re proud to be one of the few employers that can genuinely say we’re a strengths‑based organisation.

Each Rolls‑Royce SMR power station will generate 470MW of low‑carbon energy - equivalent to more than 150 onshore wind turbines and enough to power a million homes for over 60 years.

Our culture

At Rolls‑Royce SMR, we are committed to ensuring that our teams reflect the communities we serve and that everyone can be themselves at work. We know that diverse teams are more innovative and get better results, and that our people can thrive and be more successful in truly inclusive cultures. Join us and help shape our culture.

Find out more about our inclusion pledge.

Rolls‑Royce SMR is a place where everyone can grow, so whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day and help shape our culture.

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