Project Support Officer (Immediate Start) in Bridgwater, Somerset

Location: Bridgwater - Hybrid

About Vulcain Engineering

Vulcain Engineering, an international engineering consultancy, supports global industrial leaders in their transition to a more responsible and sustainable future. We support our customers in the design, construction, commissioning and operation of their complex infrastructure projects that will shape the world of tomorrow. With operations in 17 countries and employing over 6,000 staff worldwide, our business responds to the needs of our clients by delivering high-value engineering expertise tailored to our clients’ most complex challenges. In the UK, we have a key focus in the Nuclear sector, contributing to ground breaking projects, such as Hinkley Point C (HPC).

The Position: Project Support Officer

This is a Project Support Officer position, working in a transverse role supporting several project managers to support delivery of the HPC Project engineering contract, in accordance with contract terms and conditions and in line with the overall Project schedule.

The primary responsibility of the role of the Project Support Officer is to support the Responsible Designer (RD) Contract Project Managers to successfully manage the RD Contract and ensure that the engineering is delivered safely to cost, schedule and quality, and in line with the terms and conditions of the Contract.

Some of the main responsibilities of the Project Support Officer will include:

• To develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, coordinating their input to achieve project objectives.
• Assist the delivery of the contract and associated activities to enable them to be achieved safely, on time, to budget, meeting business & technical requirements.
• Coordination and recording meetings, production of project documentation, producing reports and providing supporting guidance.

Alongside a commitment to our values of Care & Compassion, Performance, Team Spirit, and Inclusiveness, we are looking for individuals who can bring the following:

• Previous experience in Project Management or Project Engineering on large or complex engineering or construction projects is desirable.
• Background with finance or cost with knowledge of Earned Value Management, Cost Breakdown Structures/Work Breakdown Structures would be beneficial.
• Budget and commercial awareness.

Please note that visa sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case-by-case basis, depending on role criticality and project needs. Many of our UK projects require high-level security clearance, meaning we can often only consider candidates with an existing, indefinite right to work in the UK.

We offer a competitive salary tailored to your experience and background. Whether you're earlier in your career or bring more senior-level expertise, we encourage you to apply if this role aligns with your skills, or if you're open to discussing other opportunities within this discipline.

We also offer a benefits package, both standard and enhanced, which is designed to support your wellbeing, development, and financial future, including:

• ~25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, with the ability to swap bank holidays for cultural or religious celebrations.
• ~Matched Pension Scheme.
• ~Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Adoption and Neonatal Care Leave.
• ~Employee Referral Scheme.
• ~Private Medical & Dental Insurance.
• ~Electric Vehicle Scheme.
• ~Cycle to Work Scheme.
• ~Training & Development, including additional qualifications and accreditations relevant to your role.
• ~Travel Insurance – for both business and personal travel.
• ~Employee Assistance Programme.

At Vulcain Engineering, we offer more than just a job, we offer a rewarding career with endless opportunities for growth and development. You'll be part of a talented team of professionals working on exciting and meaningful projects and making a real impact to the nuclear industry. We offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment where your talents are valued, and your contributions are recognised.

Join us in shaping the future of the nuclear industry and driving innovation to new heights. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background, and do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.