Senior Project Manager – Containment, PP&E Procurement and Integration

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We are looking for a talented Senior Project Manager to join our Defence Team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the integration and delivery of critical assets that support national defence capability, working with client teams, strategic partners and specialist suppliers on one of the UK's most complex engineering programmes.

You will be responsible for overseeing the planning, coordination and integration of glovebox, containment and PP&E work packages through design, procurement, manufacture, installation, commissioning and operational handover. The role offers the opportunity to influence major programme outcomes while ensuring the highest standards of safety, governance, compliance and project performance.

Due to the nature of this project, candidates must be eligible to obtain Developed Vetting (DV) Security Clearance. Existing DV clearance is highly desirable.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Managing the delivery and integration of complex glovebox, containment and Process Plant and Equipment (PP&E) work packages.
• Developing and implementing procurement, manufacturing, installation and commissioning strategies aligned to programme objectives.
• Managing multidisciplinary project teams and coordinating delivery across client, supplier and partner organisations.
• Ensuring projects are delivered safely, compliantly and in accordance with approved cost, schedule and quality baselines.
• Overseeing supplier performance, design development, factory acceptance testing and manufacture assurance activities.
• Managing interfaces between containment systems, process plant, utilities, control systems and wider facility infrastructure.
• Driving integration planning and coordination across mechanical, electrical, controls, ventilation and civil engineering disciplines.
• Monitoring programme performance, risks, opportunities and recovery plans to ensure successful delivery outcomes.
• Supporting NEC4 contract administration, change control, commercial management and risk mitigation activities.
• Preparing and presenting project reporting, governance materials and strategic recommendations to senior stakeholders.
• Supporting commissioning, operational readiness and handover activities to ensure successful transition into operations.
• Building strong working relationships across project teams, suppliers, service lines and key Defence stakeholders.

You’ll need to have:

• Degree qualification in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• APM PMQ, PRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent project management qualification.
• Significant experience delivering major capital projects within the Nuclear, Defence or other highly regulated sectors.
• Proven experience managing complex equipment procurement, supplier performance and technical delivery.
• Experience delivering bespoke engineered systems, containment systems, gloveboxes, process plant or similar complex engineering equipment.
• Strong understanding of design management, manufacturing, installation, commissioning and operational readiness processes.
• Demonstrable experience managing technical interfaces and integrating multiple engineering disciplines on major projects.
• Experience administering NEC4 contracts and managing commercial, programme and delivery risks.
• Experience working within the Nuclear and/or Defence sector, with the ability to obtain DV Security Clearance. Current DV clearance is highly desirable.

What's on offer:

• Car allowance.
• Hybrid working.
• Medical health cover.
• Life insurance.
• Income protection insurance.
• Pension scheme.
• Discretionary annual salary reviews.
• Family-friendly policies.
• 22 days annual leave plus 2 Mace days, 3 days Christmas shutdown, 1 additional day leave for every 2 years' service, plus bank holidays.

Our values

Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.

Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with-in the role.

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