Assistant Project Manager

East Midlands Source: WhatJobs

£42,000–£55,000

Assistant Project Manager

Location: Derby, Manchester or Warrington

Salary: base salary range is £42,000.00 - £55,150.00 depending on experience

Our mission is to deliver clean, affordable energy for all. Our Small Modular Reactor (SMR) provides a British solution to a global energy challenge. We are in a unique position to become a global leader in SMR technology and the UK’s premier clean energy export.

The Programme Directorate sits at the heart of delivering our SMR programme. Working across complex engineering, regulatory, procurement and construction activities, the team drives collaboration, innovation and delivery to help bring a new generation of nuclear power to life.

In this context, we are looking for an Assistant Project Manager to support a Programme Manager in delivering key projects across our SMR programme. This is an exciting opportunity to play a direct role in one of the UK’s most ambitious engineering programmes, helping to deliver projects safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.

We’ll need you to:

Support the development and management of project plans, schedules and delivery activities to achieve key programme milestones
Monitor project performance, risks, issues and opportunities, ensuring appropriate mitigation and escalation where required
Collaborate with engineering, commercial, procurement and regulatory stakeholders to drive successful project outcomes
Support project governance activities, reporting requirements and decision-making processes
Assist with project cost management, forecasting and budget tracking activities
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, lessons learned and the development of project management best practice
Ensure activities are delivered in line with safety, quality and regulatory requirements

As you can see, this is a varied and high-profile role where you’ll bring strong organisational skills, a collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively across a broad range of stakeholders.

We’re particularly interested in hearing from people with:

A recognised project management qualification, such as APM PMQ, or equivalent practical experience
Experience supporting or delivering projects within engineering, infrastructure, energy, construction or other highly regulated environments
An understanding of project planning, scheduling, risk management and project controls processes
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Experience using project management and reporting tools such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Power BI, SAP or similar systems
Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities with excellent attention to detail

Location

We offer hybrid working arrangements and expect regular attendance at one of our Rolls‑Royce SMR locations in either Manchester, Derby or Warrington. Occasional travel may be required to support project and stakeholder activities.

What’s in it for you?

A base salary between £42,000.00 - £55,150.00
Cash benefits allowance of £2,200
Annual bonus opportunity of up to 12.5%
29 days’ annual leave plus public holidays
6% employee to 12% employer pension contributions
Private Medical Insurance – BUPA single cover
Life Assurance – 6× pensionable pay
Home Office Support – £250 one‑off payment for new starters.
The opportunity to grow your career in a rapidly expanding organisation that is shaping the future of clean energy

Pay Range:

£42,000.00

£55,125.00

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.