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Our Small Modular Reactor (SMR) provides a British solution to a global energy challenge, positioning Rolls-Royce SMR at the forefront of transforming the future of low-carbon energy.\nThe Programme Management Directorate is central to turning our ambition into reality. Operating at the heart of major engineering and infrastructure programmes, the team leads delivery across complex projects, enabling innovation, collaboration and progress towards the deployment of next-generation nuclear technology.\nIn this context, we are looking for a Senior Project Manager to support the delivery of critical programme outcomes, reporting to a Programme Manager and leading a team of Project Managers. This is a high-impact leadership role that will shape the successful delivery of projects underpinning the development of a new nuclear power station.\nWe'll need you to:\nLeading the delivery of multiple complex engineering, construction, procurement and regulatory projects within a wider programme environment\nManaging teams of Project Managers, ensuring effective prioritisation, resource allocation and delivery performance\nDriving project controls across schedule, budget, risk, quality and stakeholder management to achieve programme objectives\nReporting progress, mitigating issues and embedding continuous improvement across projects and ways of working\nAs you can see, this is a pivotal leadership role within our programme delivery organisation, and you'll bring strategic thinking, outstanding stakeholder management and the ability to inspire high-performing teams in a complex environment.\nWe're particularly interested in hearing from people with:\nA degree in engineering, science, project management or a related discipline, and/or significant experience delivering large, complex projects and programmes\nA project management qualification such as APM PMQ or equivalent, or demonstrable experience leading major engineering projects\nExperience managing multiple work packages, budgets, risks and senior stakeholder relationships within complex delivery environments\nKnowledge of project management tools such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, SAP, Excel, Power BI or Power Apps, alongside the ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively\nWe offer flexible and hybrid working arrangements and would expect you to regularly attend one of our Rolls-Royce SMR locations as required, with occasional travel to support project and stakeholder delivery activities.\nWhat's in it for you?\nThe salary range for this role is £60,000 - £78,750, dependent on the skills, knowledge and experience you bring. In addition, you'll receive:\n Bonus: 12.5% (performance related) \nPersonal Benefits Allowance: £2,200 \nPension: 12% employer / 6% employee \n Holidays: 28 days + public holidays (option to buy/sell up to 4 days) \nPrivate Medical Insurance: BUPA \nLife Assurance: 6× pensionable pay \nHome Office Support: £250 one off payment for new starters \nYou'll be joining a growing organisation delivering nationally significant clean energy infrastructure, where you'll have the opportunity to influence major programme decisions, lead talented teams and contribute to one of the UK's most exciting engineering ventures.\nAt Rolls-Royce SMR, we're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to contribute. If you don't meet every requirement but feel you could be a great fit for the role, we'd love to hear from you.\n\nPay Range:\n£60,000.00-\n£78,750.00\nWhy Join Us?\nYou’ll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer:\nA flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment.\nOpportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business.\nA culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning.\nWe 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.\nConfidence 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.\nAlso, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch - we welcome applications from people with transferable skills.\nOur Application Process\nDue to the safety regulations within the nuclear industry, applicants will be required to participate in additional screening. 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