Company Description
The UK Government has established UK Industrial Fusion Solutions (UKIFS) Ltd , a subsidiary of UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA), to lead the charge in delivering fusion energy through design and delivery of the Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production (STEP) prototype fusion plant. UKIFS is establishing itself, setting up the company, attracting talent, engaging with industry, developing a supply chain, and planning and constructing of the STEP prototype.
Fusion energy, crucial for combating climate change and ensuring energy independence, is expected to be commercially viable by mid-century. The UK, led by UKIFS, aims for a prototype fusion plant, targeting first operations around 2040. UK Industrial Fusion Solutions Ltd. will lead delivery, collaborating with industrial partners and building a fusion supply chain with an estimated global sector value of £7tn per year.

As an employee of UKIFS, you will benefit from:

• Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme, details of which can be found below.
• Corporate bonus scheme up to 7% and a Relocation allowance (if eligible).
• Flexible working options including family friendly policies and the right to request flexible working from the start of your employment.
• Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders,
• Generous annual leave allowance starting with 25 days, plus 3 days Christmas closure and 2.5 privilege days, in addition to UK bank holidays
• Wide range of career development opportunities

• A vibrant culture committed to being fully inclusive

  A full list of our benefits can be found here https://careers.ukaea.uk/life-at-ukaea/employee-benefits/
  The salary for this role is £56,596 (inclusive of Specialist Allowance) + excellent benefits including outstanding pension.
  UKIFS employees can be based at either of our sites; West Burton, Nottinghamshire or Culham, Oxfordshire. However, this role is based at West Burton due to the requirements of the role. Onsite working is expected for 3 days each week.
  For more information on UKIFS, visit: https://careers.ukaea.uk/wp-content/uploads/download/UKIFS_CandidateRecruitmentPack.pdf
  Job Description

In this role, you will be instrumental in driving and overseeing the successful delivery of diverse projects, ranging in value from under £50k to over £0.5bn. Our projects span across science, research and innovation, engineering, construction, technology, and facility development, and this role will have a construction focus. You will ensure that project objectives are clearly defined and achieved within agreed time, cost, and quality constraints, playing a pivotal role within our robust project and programme governance structure.
You will report directly to senior managers, project boards, and SROs (Senior Responsible Officer’s), while also cascading updates and revised approaches to technical delivery teams. Daily, you’ll ensure project delivery aligns with defined Project Management standards and complies with HMG (His Majesty’s Government) requirements, including the UK Government Functional Standard 002 and the Teal Book.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Project Delivery: Lead construction and infrastructure projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Project Leadership: Manage project teams and workstreams, applying appropriate methodologies and overseeing transitions between phases.
• Planning & Scheduling: Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocations.
• Business Case & Benefits: Translate business cases into actionable plans and support benefit tracking.
• Resource & Team Management: Secure and manage skilled resources, address performance issues, and support team development.
• Compliance & Governance: Ensure adherence to legal, regulatory, and internal standards including H&S, CDM, GDPR, and procurement rules.
• Contract & Cost Management: Oversee supplier contracts, monitor budgets (£0.5m–£10m), and manage financial performance.
• Risk & Issue Management: Proactively identify and mitigate risks and issues, maintaining accurate registers.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Reporting & Assurance: Provide regular progress updates, support audits, and maintain robust documentation.
• Collaboration & Development: Foster cross-functional collaboration and contribute to professional communities and CPD.

We are especially keen to hear from seasoned Project Managers, with a construction background, who can thrive in a dynamic environment, whilst managing multiple projects simultaneously.
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