Title: Assistant Project Manager – Nuclear
Location: Bridgwater – Hybrid
About Vulcain Engineering
Vulcain Engineering Ltd, our UK business, is well positioned within the UK Nuclear industry. We provide the flexibility our clients demand by working at our customers’ sites in the UK and Europe as well as carrying out work remotely on their behalf. We are dedicated to providing the highest level of organisational support to key projects.
Vulcain Engineering was founded in the mid-2000s to specialise in energy and environment projects. Our knowledge of the energy and environment sector means we can support our customers at all stages of the engineering-procurement-construction-commissioning (EPCC) project lifecycle.
With operations in 16 countries and employing over 6,000 staff worldwide, our business responds to the needs of our clients by delivering expertise in the form of high added value engineering services.
Assistant Project Manager – Nuclear
We are seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery of valves contracts within a major nuclear new build environment. This role is ideal for someone with experience in mechanical equipment packages — particularly valves — who is ready to take the next step in project delivery.
You will work alongside senior project managers, engineering teams, quality specialists, and supply chain partners to ensure valves packages progress through design, procurement, manufacturing, qualification, and delivery stages in line with nuclear safety and regulatory expectations.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to deepen their technical and project management experience within a high‑profile nuclear programme.
Some of the main responsibilities of the Assistant Project Manager will include:
- Support the management of valves contracts, ensuring progress against scope, schedule, cost, and quality expectations.
- Assist with supplier surveillance activities, including monitoring design, procurement, manufacturing, testing, and qualification deliverables.
- Contribute to the authoring and maintenance of technical contract specifications.
- Support configuration management, technical interfaces, and change control processes.
- Assist in managing the qualification of valves, ensuring compliance with technical and regulatory requirements.
- Help track, manage, and close technical Open Points impacting contract delivery.
- Gather and share supplier feedback, lessons learned, and improvement actions with project stakeholders.
- Support the qualification activities for new valve suppliers entering nuclear programmes.
- Coordinate with engineering, procurement, quality, and project controls teams to maintain alignment across workstreams.
- Prepare documentation, reports, and updates for internal and external stakeholders.
- Monitor risks, issues, and opportunities, escalating where appropriate.
Alongside a commitment to our values of Care & Compassion, Performance, Team Spirit, and Inclusiveness, we are looking for individuals who can bring the following:
- Experience in a project delivery, package engineering, or assistant project management role within nuclear or another highly regulated industry – Hinkley Point C experience is preferred
- Exposure to valves packages or similar high‑integrity mechanical equipment.
- Understanding of engineering, manufacturing, and quality processes for mechanical components.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams.
- Confident communicator with the ability to engage suppliers, engineers, and stakeholders.
- A proactive mindset with a willingness to learn and develop within a complex project environment.
- Awareness of project controls principles including schedule, cost, risk, and change management.
- Reside locally to Bridgwater or be prepared to relocate, as this permanent role does not include travel expense coverage.
Please note that visa sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case-by-case basis, depending on role criticality and project needs. Many of our UK projects require high-level security clearance, meaning we can often only consider candidates with an existing, indefinite right to work in the UK. Exceptionally, we may consider visa sponsorship for applicants with niche experience aligned to our core work (e.g. EPR/nuclear new build).
Remuneration & Benefits:
We offer a competitive salary tailored to your experience and background. Whether you’re earlier in your career or bring more senior-level expertise, we encourage you to apply if this role aligns with your skills, or if you’re open to discussing other opportunities within this discipline.
We also offer a benefits package, both standard and enhanced, which is designed to support your wellbeing, development, and financial future, including:
- 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, with the ability to swap bank holidays for cultural or religious celebrations
- Matched Pension Scheme
- Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Adoption and Neonatal Care Leave
- Employee Referral Scheme
- Private Medical & Dental Insurance
- Electric Vehicle Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Training & Development, including additional qualifications and accreditations relevant to your role
- Travel Insurance – for both business and personal travel
- Employee Assistance Programme
Why join us?
At Vulcain Engineering, we offer more than just a job, we offer a rewarding career with endless opportunities for growth and development. You’ll be part of a talented team of professionals working on exciting and meaningful projects and making a real impact to the nuclear industry.
We offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment where your talents are valued, and your contributions are recognised.
Join us in shaping the future of the nuclear industry and driving innovation to new heights. If you are ready to take on new challenges and unlock your full potential, we invite you to apply for our position.
Equal Opportunities:
Vulcain Engineering UK is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background, and do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will be happy to accommodate your needs.
We appreciate every application. However, due to the volume we receive, we’re only able to contact candidates who are shortlisted for this role or who may be a strong fit for future opportunities.
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