Project Manager

Advertised by Design for Manufacture Resourcing (DFM-R) Limited

Location
Derby, Derbyshire
Job type
Contract
Sector
Engineering
Posted
28 September 2026
Apply Now

Job description

Project Manager – Nuclear Fabrication & Modular Construction

Location: Derby / Hybrid
Employment: Contract
Sector: Nuclear / Engineering Manufacturing

We are recruiting an experienced Project Manager – Nuclear Fabrication & Modular Construction to support a major UK nuclear programme.

This is a senior project delivery position responsible for complex manufacturing, fabrication and modular assembly projects, coordinating engineering, manufacturing, quality, procurement, logistics and construction activities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead fabrication and modular construction projects from design freeze through manufacturing, assembly, testing and handover.
  • Develop and manage project execution plans, schedules and budgets.
  • Manage project performance, risks, change and project controls.
  • Coordinate engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply-chain and construction interfaces.
  • Manage fabrication subcontractors and manufacturing partners.
  • Oversee fabrication activities including:
    • Structural steelwork
    • Pressure boundary fabrication
    • Pipework assemblies
    • Mechanical equipment modules
    • Electrical/instrumentation modules
    • Skid-mounted systems
  • Coordinate module assembly, Factory Acceptance Testing and system testing.
  • Manage logistics and transportation planning for large modular components.
  • Oversee nuclear quality requirements, manufacturing records and traceability.
  • Manage quality surveillance, audits, inspections and non-conformance activities.

Experience Required

We are particularly interested in candidates with:

  • Significant Project Management experience within manufacturing, nuclear, energy or major infrastructure.
  • Proven experience managing large-scale steel fabrication projects.
  • Experience delivering modular construction or off-site manufacturing programmes.
  • Strong fabrication subcontractor and supply-chain management experience.
  • Experience within highly regulated industries.
  • Knowledge of nuclear or high-integrity quality assurance requirements.
  • Understanding of welding, fabrication, inspection and NDT processes.
  • Experience of Factory Acceptance Testing and manufacturing readiness.

Knowledge of standards such as ISO 19443, ISO 9001, EN 1090, ISO 3834, RCC-M or ASME would be highly advantageous.

A relevant Engineering, Manufacturing or Construction Management degree and Project Management qualification such as APM PMQ, PMP or PRINCE2 would also be beneficial.

Reference 225657292

Apply Now

Similar jobs

Look for similar jobs

More jobs in Leicestershire