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About the Opportunity
Nuclear Power Programmes is one of the newest Business Units within Jacobs and has been formed with the vision to support positive change and help shape the future of Nuclear Power.
Operational throughout the UK and across continental Europe, we are seeking to expand our team on a variety of nuclear projects, which range in technologies and that find themselves at different stages of their development. To do this, we are seeking to continuously employ talented individuals to join our diverse team that are excited about nuclear projects and are committed to Net Zero, and Energy Security.
We are recruiting for a number of Project Managers to work across our Nuclear Power Programmes in new build including Sizewell C (SZC) & Hinkley Point C (HPC),
This role will provide leadership to ensure the effective delivery of one or more of the projects in the rail scope as part of the overarching Site Establishment – Offsite Infrastructure Programme of SZC- Associated Developments, whilst recognising and managing the impacts of the programme on the wider Project. The Project Manager role is to develop and deliver the Implementation plan for safely delivering allocated project(s) in the rail scope to cost, schedule and quality within the agreed constraints.
The overall purpose of Associated Developments is to establish the facilities and infrastructure improvements required to meet the needs of the SZC construction, whilst also reducing the impacts on the local community. Key responsibilites include:
Define the work scope to be delivered within the contract or package of work and the interfaces to the other elements of the programme
Assist in securing the required resources to meet their project requirements, ensuring the maintenance of SQEP for any assigned resource and promptly identifying any personnel shortfalls or issues within their project team
Develop fully coordinated and integrated multi- disciplinary solutions which are deliverable within implementation plan requirements.
Maintain effective communications with all stakeholders and executing the project or PEP strategies within their contract or package of work
Act as project representative in external stakeholder working groups.
Drive the delivery of the contract or package activities to ensure they are delivered safely, on time, to budget, meeting business, technical and sustainability requirements. Monitor and manage the progress of the project, in line with SZC requirements - track progress against milestones, deadlines, budget and provide key stakeholders with reports on these matters
Anticipate, manage, and resolve issues within the contact or package. Identify risks and facilitate the resolution of all issues raised, implement the SZC change control procedures for allocated project(s), develop and update the programme budget, and escalate any issues to the Senior Project Manager, Delivery Manager or Director (Programme Manager or Director)
Location: Suffolk - 4-5 days a week
Here's What You'll Need:
Typically, degree educated, ideally in engineering or a related subject.
APMP formal project management qualification or equivalent is preferred but not essential.
Versed in modern project management techniques within complex, multi-functional organisations; have an understanding and knowledge of engineering, design, procurement, safety case, construction and installation/commissioning management and commercial contracting.
Experience of successfully engaging groups of stakeholders including, Network Rail, Local authorities, Office of Road and Rail, Internal design and management teams, Alliance supply chain contractors, and community stakeholders where required
Able to lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary solutions, including the ability to manage interfaces between disciplines and adjacent projects.
Working knowledge of key railway and Network Rail standards and procedures, such as: GRIP, Engineering Management for Projects, AMP, DWWP
Able to demonstrate strong management skills including project management, financial management, change management and facilitation. Proficient in the use of estimating scheduling, programming, and risk tools.
Experience of managing contractors, consultants, and other advisors throughout large and complex construction projects, in a regulated environment. Including NEC or FIDIC contracts.
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