At Amentum, we're not just solving problems; we're engineering the future. Our team is driven by an unyielding commitment to innovation, integrity, and collaboration, tackling some of the most significant challenges in science, security, and sustainability. If you're passionate about making a real impact and want to be part of a community that values ethical excellence, this is the place where your ambition can thrive.

Here, we believe that success comes from continuously pushing boundaries and working together to deliver on our promises. We embrace challenges with confidence and are dedicated to creating a secure and vibrant future for all.

We’ll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.

People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent.

In addition to the benefits you’d expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships.

Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.

About the Opportunity

Nuclear Power Programmes 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.

In both client facing and internal roles we are delivering major programme and project management capabilities throughout the project lifecycle. We are driving to deliver safe, high quality and to time solutions by thinking innovatively and working collaboratively.

As Desalination Senior Project Manager at Sizewell C project you'll oversee the delivery of the desalination plant works required which entails the project management of the Desalination Contract, strategic management and coordination of various technical and engineering processes, including technical issue resolution, safety, health, and environmental practices, design, construction and management of the operations. This role is essential in ensuring that utility works adhere to client specifications, project timelines and budgets. Key responsibilities will be:

• Fulfil the role of Project Manager for the Desalination Plant including the management of change, risks and the construction installation of the Plant.

• Schedule management and ownership across the scope, including consents, permits, commissioning, give/ gets and monthly update.

• Change control and associated governance.

• Control and reporting of contractor delivery.

• Resolution of the Desalination Plant related issues including integration with Stakeholders and other Contractors and teams: Lead the resolution of Desalination Plant related issues.

• Encourage SHE (Safety, Health, Environment) by the Contractor and take a leading role in addressing SHE-related issues.

• Develop strong working relationships with the Desalination Contractor and other project teams.

• Foster cooperation and build strong working relationships with the Desalination Contractors, the Subcontractors, Designers, Statutory bodies and other Project Stakeholders.

• Ensure client satisfaction regarding delivery time, cost, and quality of the Desalination Plant.

• Lead a team responsible for the delivery of the desalination plant, including Designers, Temporary Works, other Construction teams and Consents Managers.

• Ensure effective coordination with internal stakeholders.

• Technical compliance with DCO, Sizewell C IMS, procedures, policies and governance.

• Ensure a successful testing, commissioning, and handover to the Desalination Plant to the Operations Team.

Here's What You'll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.

• Professional certifications in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2).

• Proven experience in design/management and/or coordination on large construction projects.

• Suitable project management accreditations and knowledge of the industry requirements and specifications.

• Understand the technical and assurance requirements and associated process for a potable drinking water Desalination system to UK regulations.

• Utility project management in large-scale construction or infrastructure projects.

• Strong leadership and team management skills.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

• Good track record on the delivery of complex projects.

Our Culture

Our values are built on a strong foundation of safety, integrity, and respect for every individual. People are at the heart of our mission, and we believe in supporting one another through a culture of care and collaboration. We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. Supporting mental wellbeing and fostering a sense of connection are essential to how we work.

When we embrace different perspectives and work together, we become more innovative, more agile, and more successful.

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