Role: Senior Construction Project Manager – MEP Factory Location: Hybrid, based from one of our offices in Derby, Manchester or Warrington.

Our mission is to deliver clean, affordable energy for all. Our Small Modular Reactor (SMR) provides a British solution to a global energy challenge, and we are building a world‑leading programme to deliver innovative, scalable nuclear technology. Our Property & Infrastructure team plays a critical role in enabling our industrialisation strategy, leading the development of major facilities that will support manufacturing at scale. The team works at pace, collaborating across the business and with external partners to deliver complex, high‑impact programmes. In this context, we’re looking for a Senior Construction Project Manager – MEP Factory to report into the Head of Property. This is a high‑impact role responsible for leading the delivery of a UK factory site from early site selection through to construction and handover—shaping a critical element of our long‑term business capability.

What we’ll need you to do

Leading end‑to‑end delivery of the factory property and infrastructure programme, from acquisition through to operational handover
Coordinating multidisciplinary delivery across civil, structural and MEP construction activities
Managing key internal and external stakeholders, including manufacturing, finance, HSE and delivery partners
Driving programme performance through effective planning, risk management, reporting and continuous improvement

This is a pivotal role at the heart of our programme, and you’ll bring a collaborative, delivery‑focused mindset with the confidence to lead complex projects across multiple stakeholders.

What we’re looking for

A recognised project management qualification (e.g. APM PMQ) or equivalent experience delivering complex, multi‑year projects
Experience delivering large‑scale infrastructure or construction projects, ideally within industrial or regulated environments
Ability to manage multidisciplinary delivery teams and navigate complex stakeholder environments
Knowledge of construction practices, project controls, risk management and commercial delivery principles

We’ll also be interested to hear about your experience of leading full lifecycle project delivery, including early‑stage development, procurement and site execution.

Location

We offer flexible, hybrid working, with regular travel required. You can be based from offices such as Manchester, Warrington or Derby, with travel to project locations across the UK as required.

What’s in it for you?

You’ll play a key role in delivering a nationally significant infrastructure programme, with opportunities to grow your experience on complex, high‑value projects. We anticipate a salary of £ £60,000.00 - £78,750.00 dependent on the skills, values, and knowledge you bring.

We also offer excellent benefits including:

Bonus - Performance related bonus of up to 12.5%
Benefits Allowance - £2200, enabling you to create a bespoke package
Pension - 12% employer and 6% employee contributions.
Holidays - 28 days holiday (+ public holidays) and the ability to buy or sell up to 4 days
Private Medical Insurance - BUPA single cover health care
Life Assurance - 6x pensionable pay £250 - One-off payment for new starters for home office purchases

Selection process

The process will include an initial conversation with Talent Acquisition, followed by interviews with the hiring team. Pre‑employment screening will be required.

Pay Range: £60,000.00 - £78,750.00

Why Join Us?

You’ll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation.

We offer:

A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment.
Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business.
A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning.

We 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.

Confidence 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. Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch – we welcome applications from people with transferable skills.

Our Application Process

Due to the safety regulations within the nuclear industry, applicants will be required to participate in additional screening.

Obtaining Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance
Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check

We are Rolls‑Royce SMR. A career with Rolls‑Royce SMR offers a unique opportunity to contribute to an exciting organisation delivering a transformational mission. Rolls‑Royce SMR is a radically different approach to proven nuclear technology. Each Rolls‑Royce SMR power station will generate 470MW of low‑carbon energy - equivalent to more than 150 onshore wind turbines and enough to power a million homes for over 60 years. With its Rolls‑Royce SMRs will play a vital role in supporting renewable energy by helping to overcome intermittency and ensure a stable, sustainable energy future. We’re proud to be one of the few employers that can genuinely say we’re a strengths‑based organisation. Our people are here because of what makes them exceptional - and our role is to help them make the most meaningful contribution of their careers, doing work they love. We offer opportunities that go beyond traditional career paths. At Rolls‑Royce SMR you can develop your career by exploring roles and challenges that align with your unique talents.

Our culture

At Rolls‑Royce SMR, we are committed to ensuring that our teams reflect the communities we serve and that everyone can be themselves at work. We know that diverse teams are more innovative and get better results, and that our people can thrive and be more successful in truly inclusive cultures. Join us and help shape our culture. Find out more about our inclusion pledge. Rolls‑Royce SMR is a place where everyone can grow, so whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work everyday and help shape our culture.

What we offer

At Rolls‑Royce SMR, our reward offering is focused on recognising you for your efforts and motivate you to continue achieving. Our rewards and benefits scheme are designed for employees to have complete control. By providing complete autonomy, you can focus on what’s important to you. Whether it’s investments, insurances or wellbeing, it’s in your hands. Work is an activity, not a place. We understand due to commitments and lifestyle; the world of work has evolved beyond the 9 - 5. Whether its varied hours or hybrid working, our flexible working arrangements make it possible for employees to achieve a true work life balance.

Your career journey

At Rolls‑Royce SMR, we don’t just want you to contribute, we want you to grow. We have open dialogue with our employees to understand the ambitions for their career and set plans to achieve them. Whether it’s helping you obtain formal qualifications or pairing you with a mentor, Rolls‑Royce SMR will provide you with a fulfilling career.

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