Project Engineer - Decommissioning/Demolition

Help us to make a world of difference

Urenco is a global leader in the production of low carbon energy. We work at the cutting edge of the transition to a sustainable, net zero world.

We’re looking for Project Engineer. Based at our Capenhurst site, you’ll be part of an established Project Engineering team who work within the wider decommissioning projects team. You will manage a range of small to medium sized projects related to nuclear decommissioning, building demolition and building refurbishment each with a budget in the range of £0.5M to £45M the role is to provide direct project engineering support to the Project Manager in technical topics that range from safety documentation to the co-ordination of design elements of any of the works.
At Urenco we’re committed to giving you opportunities to be your best. If you feel you meet some, but not all of what were looking for, please still apply. We believe in embracing the passion and potential of our people, and to achieve this we offer market leading training and development experiences. Along with the opportunity to be mentored and coached by some of the smartest minds in the industry.

What you’ll do:

• Manage Work Packages and Work Breakdown Structure delivery within multiple projects in support of the Project Manager.
• Work closely with the Project Manager(s) and Clerk of Works Team to ensure the effective supervision of contractors on site.
• Co-ordination of design activity.
• Chairing progress meetings and close out of actions
• Coordinate design and construction interfaces within the project, attending and providing SQEP input at risk reviews etc.
• Capable of interpreting the identified hazards and able to write / review RAMS in support of delivering the SSOW.
• Liaise with vendors to ensure supply chain delivers to meet production requirements.
• Assist with commissioning activities for new plant and equipment.
• Advise on the sequencing of decommissioning and demolition works and liaise with nuclear waste engineers to optimise waste disposal solutions.
• Ensure compliance with defined safety, environmental and security standards and procedures.
• Preparation of technical documents and reports (e.g. Project Management Plans, Pre-construction Information, Construction Phase Plans etc.).
• Preparation of safety documentation and plant modification proposals for projects.
• Assist Project managers with the identification of project risks, the development of cost and schedules of works and the implementation of works.
• Review of contractor’s tender documentation and plans of work.
• Assist with the collation of information for the Health and Safety Plans.
• Liaison with Licensee, Infrastructure and Projects and Tenant oversight functions to gain approval of work and shared service aspects.
• Managing Readiness reviews and Quality Plan through Project lifecycle.
• Assist with Local Authority Planning Permission aspects.
• Preparation of documents in compliance with Project Management and Change Management processes, for example Project Initiation Documents, Project Briefs, User Requirement Specifications, Security Plans, Stakeholder Management Plan and Communication Plans.

What do you need to thrive in this role?


• Recognised Project Management qualification such as APM, Prince 2
• Safety qualifications such as NEBOSH Construction Certificate/General Certificate, SMSTS etc.
• Construction related degree or higher level qualification
• Awareness of project management methodologies for managing successful projects and managing complex multi-disciplinary projects in regulated environments
• Awareness of project objectives, realisation procedures and effective communication at a business decision making level.
• Site and construction safety legislation safeguards and practice (CDM, CSCS, & NEBOSH), security protocols, health and environmental legislation and good practice
• Experience within the Nuclear industry is highly desirable
• Practical aptitude and willing to engage directly with front line workers and work with these groups to develop pragmatic plans for works.
• Willing to challenge and coach others to ensure safety and quality standards as well as project progress are maintained.

What can you expect from us?

More than just a job, we offer a future. More than just a place to work, we provide an opportunity to prosper. As an employee of Urenco you will receive:

• Annual leave starting at 25 days, which increases by one day for every two years of service up to a maximum of 30 days. In addition, you will accrue 13 additional days off to be used flexibly. There’s also a newly added scheme for buying and selling holiday, up to 5 days.
• A diverse range of family friendly policies.
• A generous bonus scheme.
• A defined contribution pension scheme with up to 16% employer’s contribution.
• Single private medical and dental cover.
• Flexible benefits package including life assurance and income protection. In addition, you’ll have an opportunity to purchase additional benefits that suit your lifestyle and take advantage of tax and NI savings.
• Education and training we take pride in helping people learn and develop by supporting, accelerating and directing your learning. As well as the completion of mandatory health and safety courses, training packages will be offered to meet your specific needs.

Creating a diverse and inclusive workforce
As a truly global company with a presence in the UK, USA, Germany, and the Netherlands, we know that our individual differences make us stronger. Putting people at the heart of our business, we strive to create an open and inclusive workplace that allows every voice to be heard and diversity to thrive. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please let our talent acquisition team know.

Because together, we are one Urenco. We are enriching the world. And enriching your future.