Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager

Salary Range - £60,000 - £78,750

Location: Hybrid, based from Manchester, Warrington or Derby

Our mission is to deliver clean, affordable energy for all. Our Small Modular Reactor (SMR) provides a British solution to a global energy challenge, positioning Rolls-Royce SMR at the forefront of transforming the future of low-carbon energy.

The Programme Management Directorate is central to turning our ambition into reality. Operating at the heart of major engineering and infrastructure programmes, the team leads delivery across complex projects, enabling innovation, collaboration and progress towards the deployment of next-generation nuclear technology.

In this context, we are looking for a Senior Project Manager to support the delivery of critical programme outcomes, reporting to a Programme Manager and leading a team of Project Managers. This is a high-impact leadership role that will shape the successful delivery of projects underpinning the development of a new nuclear power station.

We'll need you to:

• Leading the delivery of multiple complex engineering, construction, procurement and regulatory projects within a wider programme environment
• Managing teams of Project Managers, ensuring effective prioritisation, resource allocation and delivery performance
• Driving project controls across schedule, budget, risk, quality and stakeholder management to achieve programme objectives
• Reporting progress, mitigating issues and embedding continuous improvement across projects and ways of working

As you can see, this is a pivotal leadership role within our programme delivery organisation, and you'll bring strategic thinking, outstanding stakeholder management and the ability to inspire high-performing teams in a complex environment.

We're particularly interested in hearing from people with:

• A degree in engineering, science, project management or a related discipline, and/or significant experience delivering large, complex projects and programmes
• A project management qualification such as APM PMQ or equivalent, or demonstrable experience leading major engineering projects
• Experience managing multiple work packages, budgets, risks and senior stakeholder relationships within complex delivery environments
• Knowledge of project management tools such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, SAP, Excel, Power BI or Power Apps, alongside the ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively

We offer flexible and hybrid working arrangements and would expect you to regularly attend one of our Rolls-Royce SMR locations as required, with occasional travel to support project and stakeholder delivery activities.

What's in it for you?

The salary range for this role is £60,000 - £78,750, dependent on the skills, knowledge and experience you bring. In addition, you'll receive:

• Bonus: 12.5% (performance related)
• Personal Benefits Allowance: £2,200
• Pension: 12% employer / 6% employee
• Holidays: 28 days + public holidays (option to buy/sell up to 4 days)
• Private Medical Insurance: BUPA
• Life Assurance: 6× pensionable pay
• Home Office Support: £250 one off payment for new starters

You'll be joining a growing organisation delivering nationally significant clean energy infrastructure, where you'll have the opportunity to influence major programme decisions, lead talented teams and contribute to one of the UK's most exciting engineering ventures.

At Rolls-Royce SMR, we're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to contribute. If you don't meet every requirement but feel you could be a great fit for the role, we'd love to hear from you.

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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

About Us

We are Rolls-Royce SMR

A career with Rolls-Royce SMR offers a unique opportunity to contribute to an exciting organisation delivering a transformational mission.
Rolls-Royce SMR is a radically different approach to proven nuclear technology. 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.
With its Rolls-Royce SMRs will play a vital role in supporting renewable energy by helping to overcome intermittency and ensure a stable, sustainable energy future.
We’re proud to be one of the few employers that can genuinely say we’re a strengths-based organisation. Our people are here because of what makes them exceptional - and our role is to help them make the most meaningful contribution of their careers, doing work they love.
We offer opportunities that go beyond traditional career paths. At Rolls-Royce SMR you can develop your career by exploring roles and challenges that align with your unique talents.

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.

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 can thrive.

What we offer

At Rolls-Royce SMR, our reward offering is focused on recognising you for your efforts and motivate you to continue achieving. Our rewards and benefits scheme are designed for employees to have complete control. By providing complete autonomy, you can focus on what’s important to you. Whether it’s investments, insurances or wellbeing, it’s in your hands.
Work is an activity, not a place. We understand due to commitments and lifestyle; the world of work has evolved beyond the 9 - 5. Whether its varied hours or hybrid working, our flexible working arrangements make it possible for employees to achieve a true work life balance.

Your career journey

At Rolls-Royce SMR, we don’t just want you to contribute, we want you to grow. We have open dialogue with our employees to understand the ambitions for their career and set plans to achieve them. Whether it’s helping you obtain formal qualifications or pairing you with a mentor, Rolls-Royce SMR will provide you with a fulfilling career. Our Team | Rolls-Royce SMR

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