## Senior Project Manager Consent Licensing and PermittingApplylocations: Derby, UK: Manchester, UK: Warrington, UKtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: July 5, 2026 (10 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR101707# **Senior Project Manager – Consents, Licensing & Permits (CL&P)****Location:** UK (hybrid – Derby, Manchester or Warrington) with regular travel to the Czech Republic## ## **About the role**We are seeking a **Senior Project Manager – Consents, Licensing & Permits** to play a critical role in delivering a first-of-a-kind Small Modular Reactor (SMR) programme in Europe.We need you to **lead the development and delivery of the regulatory, licensing and permitting strategy**, working across UK and European frameworks to establish a robust, scalable approach for a new nuclear programme.This is a **high-impact, strategic position**, sitting at the heart of early works and pre-construction phases, where you will shape governance, influence senior stakeholders, and define best practice in a highly regulated environment.## ## **What we need you to do**We need you to:* Lead the **planning consent and nuclear licensing workstream** across early works and pre-construction phases* Develop and manage **licensing documentation** to meet EU and Czech regulatory requirements* Act as a **key interface with regulators, clients and shareholders**, supporting compliance activities* Translate complex technical outputs into **regulatory-ready submissions** with Safety & Regulatory Affairs teams* Establish and embed **programme governance, reporting and milestone tracking*** Navigate both **UK and EU regulatory frameworks** including EIA, DCO and permitting processes* Support **commercial and contractual alignment**, ensuring risks and deliverables are understood* Provide **thought leadership**, influencing stakeholders and shaping consent strategy in a first-of-a-kind programme## ## **What we’re looking for**We are looking for someone who can bring:* Significant experience in **senior project or programme leadership roles** within nuclear or highly regulated infrastructure* Strong knowledge of **nuclear licensing, permitting and consenting processes*** Experience working directly with **regulatory bodies**, ideally within European frameworks* Proven ability to lead across **complex, multi-year and multi-national programmes*** A strategic mindset with the ability to operate at **senior stakeholder level*** Experience within **early-stage nuclear, SMR or large-scale infrastructure programmes**## ## **Qualifications**We welcome applicants with:* A **degree or equivalent experience** in an engineering or scientific discipline* Project Management qualifications (or a willingness to work towards them – we will support this)## ## **Working with us**We need you to be comfortable working in a **hybrid environment**, collaborating across UK offices and travelling regularly to the Czech Republic to support programme delivery.You’ll be joining a collaborative, forward-thinking team where **innovation, governance and delivery excellence** are key.## ## **Why join us**This is a unique opportunity to:* Shape a **first-of-a-kind SMR project in Europe*** Influence **regulatory frameworks and governance models from the ground up*** Work at the forefront of **clean energy and nuclear innovation*** Play a pivotal role in enabling the transition from **design to construction**## ## **Inclusion & diversity**We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. If you don’t meet every requirement but feel this role is right for you, **we’d still love to hear from you**.## ## **Salary & benefits*** Salary: **£60,000 - £78.750*** £2,200 **flexible benefit allowance*** **12.5% bonus opportunity*** **6x pensionable life assurance*** **50% income protection*** **28 days holiday + bank holidays*** **£250 new joiner payment**## ## **Next steps**If you’re excited about shaping the future of nuclear energy and want to play a leading role in a complex, high-profile programme, **we need you to apply**.**Pay Range:**£60,000.00-£78,750.00**Why Join Us?**You’ll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer:• 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.Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you.Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch – we welcome applications from people with transferable skills.**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 #J-18808-Ljbffr
