Configuration Manager

## Configuration ManagerApplylocations: Derby, UK: Manchester, UK: Warrington, UKtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR101471**Role: Configuration Manager****Locations: Hybrid working with one of the following closest locations as primary: Derby, Warrington or Manchester****Our mission**Our mission is to deliver clean, affordable energy for all. Our Small Modular Reactor (SMR) provides a British solution to a global energy crisis. We are in pole position to become a world leader in SMRs and the UK’s premier green export technology. **The team**The Engineering function is central to delivering our SMR programme, driving innovation across complex, safety-critical systems. Working at pace and scale, the team is shaping robust, future-ready engineering processes that underpin the successful design, integration and delivery of a first-of-a-kind nuclear solution. **Role summary**In this context, we are looking for a **Manager – Configuration** reporting to the Senior Information Manager. Leading a small specialist team, this pivotal role will define and embed best-in-class configuration management across the programme, ensuring robust control of engineering data and enabling confident, high-quality delivery at scale. **What you’ll help deliver**We’ll need you to:* Establishing and governing configuration management processes aligned to engineering, programme and quality lifecycle requirements* Leading the development and control of integrated configuration baselines, including Product Breakdown Structure and Bills of Materials* Driving effective engineering change management aligned to programme milestones and regulatory expectations* Building and developing a high-performing Configuration Management team and fostering cross-functional adoption**What you’ll bring**This is a high-profile, programme-critical role, and you’ll bring a strategic mindset, natural authority, and the ability to embed new ways of working across complex engineering environments, alongside: **Skills & experience*** A relevant technical degree (or equivalent experience) and professional accreditation (e.g. CEng or similar)* We’ll ask you about your experience of leading configuration management in complex, regulated environments and influencing senior engineering stakeholders* Deep expertise in configuration management processes, tools and Product and Plant Lifecycle Management systems, with strong knowledge of change control and data governance* Proven ability to lead teams, drive cultural adoption, and operate with strong commercial and regulatory awareness**Location**We offer flexible and hybrid working, with expectations to attend one of our RR-SMR sites regularly, depending on business and team requirements. **What’s in it for you*** We anticipate paying a salary of between £60,000-£78,750* Bonus – Performance related target opportunity 12.5%* Benefits Allowance – £2,200 per annum, enabling you to create a bespoke package* Pension – 12% employer and 6% employee contributions.* Holidays – 28 days holiday (+ public holidays) and the ability to buy or sell up to 4 days.* Private Medical Insurance – BUPA single cover health care* Life Assurance – 6x pensionable pay* £250 – One-off payment for new starters for home office purchases**Selection process**The selection process will include an initial conversation with Talent Acquisition, followed by two interview stages. Pre-employment checks will include BPSS clearance and DBS screening. **Our commitment to inclusion**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. We are happy to discuss flexible and part-time working and will make workplace adjustments where needed to help you perform at your best. Confidence can sometimes hold us back—but there’s no such thing as a perfect candidate. If you feel you meet around 75% of the requirements, we’d love to hear from you. We also welcome applications from those considering a career move or sector transition with transferable skills.**Pay Range:**£60,000.00-£78,750.00**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#LI-SM1 #LI-Hybrid#J-18808-Ljbffr…