Senior Project Manager
Job type: Non fixed term
Framatome is a global leader in nuclear energy, recognised for delivering innovative, value‑added technologies that design, build, maintain, and advance the world’s nuclear fleet. With 21,000 employees in over 70 locations worldwide, we provide components, fuel, and control systems for nuclear power plants, along with a full suite of reactor services – all focused on improving safety, performance, and sustainability. Backed by EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (19.5%), we are driving the future of clean energy. In the UK our team is already 400 strong and growing.
Role Overview
Reporting to the Head of Project Management, the Senior Project Manager (SPM) will ensure assigned programmes or projects are planned and delivered in line with agreed contractual obligations and expectations, creating a positive and collaborative client relationship. The SPM leads the delivery of complex, high‑value programmes or projects, ensuring compliance with strict safety, regulatory, and quality standards.
Responsibilities
- Ensure projects are executed and controlled to meet customer requirements and minimise risks for the business.
- Ensure full compliance with nuclear safety, quality and environmental standards.
- Take responsibility for executing the project management processes on assigned projects.
- Develop, maintain and manage project plans, schedules, risk registers and budgets.
- Lead hazard identification and risk assessments relevant to project activities.
- Manage contracts and procurement processes in line with business processes to deliver project objectives.
- Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders including third parties/vendors.
- Manage and coordinate multi‑disciplinary teams including engineering, QSHE, commercial, project controls and operations to ensure successful project delivery.
- Monitor project performance, conduct regular reporting, and implement corrective actions where necessary.
- Provide input regarding project resource needs based on assessment of the project’s future workload.
- Conduct lessons learned and continuous improvement processes to drive efficient project delivery.
- Champion project governance, quality assurance, and change control processes.
- Promote a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and innovation.
- Coach and mentor junior members of the team.
- Deliver projects within agreed timeframes, cost, scope and quality metrics.
- Maintain accurate and timely reporting to the leadership team and other key stakeholders.
- Develop strong customer and stakeholder relationships built on trust.
- Capture, communicate and apply lessons learned to future project delivery.
Profile
- Degree in Project Management, Engineering, or related discipline.
- APM PPQ or equivalent, working towards Chartership.
- Member of a recognised project professional body (e.g., APM, PMI).
- IOSH or NEBOSH Managing Safely (highly desirable).
- In‑depth knowledge of ISO standards (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, 19443) and working knowledge of IMS systems.
- Knowledge of the key attributes of nuclear safety culture.
Within 3 years the SPM will gain the following: Chartered project professional status, a recognised qualification in leadership, and Managing Successful Programmes (MSP).
Experience, Skills and Knowledge
- Extensive experience in managing large, highly regulated projects, particularly £5M+ projects in regulated environments.
- Proven experience in highly regulated industries requiring strict adherence to regulatory standards and practices.
- Strong ability to manage project controls artefacts such as schedules and cost models, with expertise in Primavera and MS Project.
- Application of QSHE Standards such as ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 and 19443.
- Familiarity with quality and continuous improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma, Lean, etc.
- Strong understanding and experience in managing and mitigating project and programme risks.
- Ability to apply safety practices in the management of complex projects with high‑risk factors.
- Skilled in managing budgets to ensure project financial health and effectively control costs across project lifecycles.
- Excellent leadership, communication and influencing skills.
- Ability to navigate complex political and technical environments.
Behaviours
- Commitment to safety and compliance.
- Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams.
- Critical thinking and ability to provide solutions to complex project challenges.
- Meticulous attention to detail, ensuring all aspects of the project are managed efficiently.
- Ability to make sound, timely decisions based on available data and project objectives.
- Flexibility, adaptability and proactive approach to problem‑solving in a fast‑paced environment.
- Collaborative leadership style with strong team orientation.
Experience working in EDF is essential, including experience at EDF UK active plants such as SZB, Heysham, Torness.
Benefits
- 25 days annual leave per year, rising by 1 day for every 2 years worked (max 30 days) + Bank Holidays
- 8% employer pension contribution with employee 1% contribution (salary sacrifice)
- Individual and family private health care
- Cashplan – Level 2 cover
- Life assurance (4x salary)
- Employee assistance programme (EAP)
- Professional Body Membership
- Tusker Electric car scheme (salary sacrifice)
- Cycle to Work scheme (salary sacrifice)
- Babbel – learn a new language
- Generous family leave – Maternity and paternity 6 months full pay and 6 months half pay
We are an equal opportunity employer. We value and plan to continue to build on the benefits of our diverse working environment and recognise a priority to improve gender mix.
Everyone will be considered without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.
The post is restricted due to the nature of the role and export control regulations which apply. All applicants will be subject to national security and export control vetting processes.
Job location
United Kingdom – Sizewell
Job family
Standard
Minimum level of education required
Master
Minimum level of experience required
Experienced
Reference number
2026-25899
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