Project Manager

Derby

Location
Derby
Job type
Contract
Posted

Job description

Project Manager – Nuclear Fabrication & Modular Construction

Location: Derby / Hybrid
Employment: Contract
Sector: Nuclear / Engineering Manufacturing

We are recruiting an experienced Project Manager – Nuclear Fabrication & Modular Construction to support a major UK nuclear programme.

This is a senior project delivery position responsible for complex manufacturing, fabrication and modular assembly projects, coordinating engineering, manufacturing, quality, procurement, logistics and construction activities.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead fabrication and modular construction projects from design freeze through manufacturing, assembly, testing and handover.

* Develop and manage project execution plans, schedules and budgets.

* Manage project performance, risks, change and project controls.

* Coordinate engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply-chain and construction interfaces.

* Manage fabrication subcontractors and manufacturing partners.

* Oversee fabrication activities including:

* Structural steelwork

* Pressure boundary fabrication

* Pipework assemblies

* Mechanical equipment modules

* Electrical/instrumentation modules

* Skid-mounted systems

* Coordinate module assembly, Factory Acceptance Testing and system testing.

* Manage logistics and transportation planning for large modular components.

* Oversee nuclear quality requirements, manufacturing records and traceability.

* Manage quality surveillance, audits, inspections and non-conformance activities.

Experience Required

We are particularly interested in candidates with:

* Significant Project Management experience within manufacturing, nuclear, energy or major infrastructure.

* Proven experience managing large-scale steel fabrication projects.

* Experience delivering modular construction or off-site manufacturing programmes.

* Strong fabrication subcontractor and supply-chain management experience.

* Experience within highly regulated industries.

* Knowledge of nuclear or high-integrity quality assurance requirements.

* Understanding of welding, fabrication, inspection and NDT processes.

* Experience of Factory Acceptance Testing and manufacturing readiness.

Knowledge of standards such as ISO 19443, ISO 9001, EN 1090, ISO 3834, RCC-M or ASME would be highly advantageous.

A relevant Engineering, Manufacturing or Construction Management degree and Project Management qualification such as APM PMQ, PMP or PRINCE2 would also be beneficial

Advert last confirmed live on 4 October 2026 · Partner reference 225657292