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Shape the future of nuclear energy by delivering critical projects that make a lasting impact.
 
Join a forward-thinking engineering environment where your expertise directly supports the safe defueling and decommissioning of nuclear assets across the UK. This is a unique opportunity to work on complex, high-value programmes while developing your career in a collaborative and purpose-driven team. You will play a key role in delivering projects that matter, within a culture that prioritises innovation, safety, and professional growth.
 
 
Key Responsibilities
 

• Develop and manage integrated project schedules across the full lifecycle
• Create cost and resource-loaded baseline plans aligned to standards
• Analyse and report on schedule performance and project progress
• Incorporate risk, change, and resource requirements into plans
• Support nuclear defueling and decommissioning project delivery
• Integrate third-party schedules into overall project plans
• Establish robust Work Breakdown Structures and control frameworks
• Produce clear monthly reports with insightful analysis
• Collaborate with stakeholders across multi-site programmes
• Ensure compliance within a highly regulated, safety-critical environment

 
 
Qualifications & Requirements

• HNC/HND in Engineering or equivalent experience
• Proven experience across full project lifecycle delivery
• Strong Primavera planning expertise
• Experience in regulated, safety-focused industries
• Ability to manage cost, resource, and schedule integration
• Strong analytical and reporting skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
• Organised, detail-oriented, and results-driven
• Collaborative, team-focused mindset
• Ability to work across complex project portfolios

 
 
What’s in it for you

The nuclear sector offers long-term career stability, meaningful work, and the chance to contribute to critical national infrastructure. With increasing investment in sustainability and energy security, this industry provides excellent opportunities for growth, innovation, and professional development.

• Competitive salary and strong benefits package
• Clear career progression pathways
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Exposure to major UK-wide projects
• Ongoing professional development support
• Inclusive and supportive team culture
• High-impact, purpose-driven work
• Job security in a growing sector

 
 
Company Overview

Our Client is a global leader in advanced engineering and technology solutions, delivering complex projects that support science, security, and sustainability. With a strong culture rooted in integrity, collaboration, and innovation, they empower their people to push boundaries and achieve meaningful outcomes. Their commitment to professional growth, wellbeing, and inclusion makes them an employer of choice within the engineering sector.
 
 
Interested?
 
Apply now on our website or call Emily on 01502 564892, equally you can email your CV to emily@peoplewithenergy.co.uk.