Project Manager – Civils

Rolls-Royce SMR

. Lead the effective delivery of assigned projects and work packages within a wider programme environment .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeDerby • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £50,600 - £66,465 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex civil engineering and construction projects, utilizing project management methodologies and tools to ensure successful delivery. Strong ability to influence stakeholders and drive continuous improvement while maintaining a collaborative working environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project Management QualificationCivil Engineering Project ManagementPrimavera P6Microsoft ProjectRisk Management

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Hard Skills

Project DeliveryBudgetingSchedulingChange ManagementPerformance MonitoringStakeholder ManagementContinuous ImprovementQuality ManagementRisk AssessmentLessons Learned Application

Soft Skills

CollaborationInfluencingFacilitationCommunicationProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

SAPPower BIProject Management ToolsPrimavera P6Microsoft Project

Certifications & Qualifications

APM PMQBaseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS)Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) CheckFinancial Probity Check

Industry Keywords

Civil EngineeringConstruction ProjectsProgramme ManagementStakeholder ActivitiesProject Scope

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the effective delivery of assigned projects and work packages within a wider programme environment
Coordinate scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk and stakeholder activities to achieve agreed outcomes
Monitor performance, manage risks and escalate issues where required
Drive continuous improvement and apply lessons learned
Support a positive, collaborative working environment throughout project delivery
Report to a Senior Project Manager or Programme Manager
Support delivery of civil and construction projects and work packages across the Programme Directorate

Requirements

What you’ll need

A degree in a relevant discipline, project management qualification (such as APM PMQ) or equivalent demonstrable experience delivering complex projects
Experience managing complex civil engineering, construction or technology projects
Experience with planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk and change management activities
Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels, simplify complex topics and facilitate discussions
Knowledge of project management tools and methodologies
Familiarity with Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, SAP, Power BI or similar platforms
Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance
Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check
Ability to attend regularly at a Rolls-Royce SMR location in Manchester, Derby or Warrington
Occasional travel may be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Hybrid working arrangements
Flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment
Opportunities for career growth
Culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning