AWE
What if you could work with remarkable people on extraordinary things? What if the end result was something a little bit special? What if your role was mission critical?
For nearly 70 years, AWE has been at the forefront of nuclear weapons research and development. We have a critical mission: to provide the warheads for the UK’s ultimate deterrent – Trident. We also use our unique skills to provide wider UK government with counter-terrorism and nuclear threat reduction solutions.
It takes a special sort of person to work at AWE. What if that person was you?
We are looking for a Project Manager to focus on ensuring successful project delivery across the design and construction stages of our Conventional Refurbishment and ‘Rekit’ projects. This is a diverse role with the opportunity to get involved with different projects varying in size and duration. As the Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading projects at various stages of development – from initial design and concept phases to delivery, joining a supportive and growing team, working collaboratively with Planners, Commercial Leads, Engineers and Construction Managers etc. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team working on a diverse range of projects across the enterprise.
As a Project Manager your role will entail:
- Deliver assigned projects in accordance with requirements, operational constraints, time, cost, and quality.
- Lead, coach and develop a team at a local level to deliver team and personal objectives safely and securely to meet our operational plans.
- Maintain and promote high personal standards in environment, safety, health, security, and quality, and being a great team player.
As part of our People Promise, AWE (one of the best 25 big companies to work for in the UK) has a range of benefits to suit you. These include:
- Time to recharge your batteries with 270 hours of annual leave (including bank holidays, plus every other Friday off).
- Opportunities for Professional Career Development that include funding for the annual membership of a relevant professional body, and access to mentors & training.
- Employee assistance programme and occupational health services.
- Market leading contributory pension scheme.
- AWE Life Assurance policy.
- Discounts & salary sacrifice scheme – access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.
Whilst not to be considered a check list, candidates should be able to demonstrate some of the following:
- Experience in the delivery of Refurbishment and ‘Rekit’ projects across specialised areas (such as production, laboratory, scientific facilities) consisting of but not limited to, mechanical and electrical installations, HVAC and other building services and systems.
- Experience in managing projects from concept design through to successful implementation, requiring knowledge of design and construction processes.
- Demonstrated experience in capital construction with an understanding of CDM (Construction Design Management) regulations and NEC contract management.
- Experience to manage projects through the APM and / or RIBA lifecycle and the associated governance, including stage gate approvals.
- Demonstrable leadership and the ability to build strong focused teams.
- Skills to create and update all project documentation, including project management plans and supporting risks, assumptions, actions, issues & dependencies.
- An understanding of the principles and practices of planning, risk and cost management at programme and project levels.
- Strong interpersonal skills with staff at all levels and excellent customer/key stakeholder relationship skills.
- Risk techniques to manage project risks and interdependencies with efficient mitigation and contingency plans.
- Ability to solve problems and deliver results through creative solutions and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
This job role is suitable for hybrid working, which is an informal, non-contractual and voluntary arrangement, blending a balance of attendance in the workplace (your permanent duty station) and working from home as a personal choice. If you are successful, any opportunities for hybrid working will be discussed with you prior to you taking up your post. The successful candidate is required to carry out all their duties from a UK location and cannot do so from an overseas location at any time.
All candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. It can take several months for clearance to come through.
Please note that you must be a British National to apply for a role at AWE.
AWE plays a crucial role in the defence of the United Kingdom, by providing and maintaining the warheads for the country’s nuclear deterrent. We are a centre of scientific, engineering and technological excellence, with some of the most advanced research, design and production facilities in the world. Our unique expertise also assists the UK Government in developing and delivering a range of innovative and integrated support services, including national nuclear security and counter-terrorism solutions.
AWE is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community which are currently under-represented at AWE, including women, BAME and people with disabilities.
Location: This role is based at Aldermaston, RG7 4PR. We are located in the Berkshire countryside between Reading and Basingstoke. There role is suitable for hybrid working.