Project Manager – Long Lead Items

Rolls-Royce SMR

. Lead Long Lead Item projects from engineering specification through procurement, manufacture, site delivery and handover .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeDerby • United KingdomSenior💰 £50,600 - £66,465 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading complex engineering projects within highly regulated industries, with a strong focus on project management disciplines, risk mitigation, and stakeholder coordination. Proficient in utilizing project management tools to ensure timely and quality delivery of projects.

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Project Management QualificationExperience Leading Major Engineering ProjectsStakeholder CoordinationRisk ManagementPrimavera P6

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementRisk MitigationSchedule ManagementContract ManagementPerformance Reporting

Soft Skills

LeadershipMentoringCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Primavera P6Microsoft ProjectSAPPower BI

Certifications & Qualifications

Engineering QualificationAPM PMQBPSS ClearanceDBS CheckFinancial Probity Check

Industry Keywords

Regulated IndustriesConstruction ScheduleNuclear ProgrammeProject ControlsEquipment Packages

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Long Lead Item projects from engineering specification through procurement, manufacture, site delivery and handover
Coordinate engineering, procurement, construction and regulatory stakeholders
Manage critical project interfaces and maintain programme momentum
Drive project controls, including schedule management, risk mitigation, forecasting and performance reporting
Lead and mentor a small team of Assistant Project Managers
Support delivery of key equipment packages for the GBE-N programme
Manage projects supporting the construction schedule and first-of-a-kind nuclear programme

Requirements

What you’ll need

An engineering qualification, project management qualification (such as APM PMQ) or equivalent demonstrable experience managing complex engineering projects
Experience leading major engineering or capital projects within highly regulated industries
Experience coordinating multiple stakeholders
Experience managing project risks
Experience delivering projects to time, cost and quality requirements
Knowledge of project management disciplines, contract management and project controls
Familiarity with Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, SAP, Power BI or similar platforms
Ability to obtain BPSS clearance
Satisfactory DBS check
Satisfactory basic financial probity check

Benefits

Comp & perks

12.5% performance-related bonus
£2,200 Personal Benefits Allowance
12% employer / 6% employee pension
28 days + public holidays
Option to buy/sell up to 4 holiday days
Private Medical Insurance (BUPA)
Life Assurance: 6× pensionable pay
£250 one-off Home Office Support payment for new starters
Flexible and hybrid working
Opportunities for career growth
Flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment
Continuous learning culture