Project Managers for Atomic Weapons Agency (AWE)

Company Overview:

We are a specialist career transition company dedicated to helping individuals identify and launch their next careers. We have an exciting opportunity to join a large national organization that maintains a local feel and is recognized as an armed forces-friendly employer.

This role offers a perfect transitional opportunity for service leavers to gain exposure within the commercial world while working alongside fellow veterans, providing a comfortable and semi-familiar environment. If you have served in the UK Armed Forces and are looking to embark on your next career, this position could be the ideal fit for you.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for Project Managers to engage in high-profile projects with the Atomic Weapons Agency (AWE). The successful candidates will be involved in delivering a variety of projects across the North West of England, including site moves, new builds, office relocations, and renovations. This position provides a dynamic environment where you can leverage your project management expertise to contribute to significant business outcomes while working in a supportive and collaborative team setting.

 

Role and Responsibilities:

We are seeking Project Managers to join the AWE team. The successful candidates will manage and deliver a range of projects, including site moves, new builds, office relocations, and renovations. The role will involve working across the North West, primarily based out of the Manchester offices, with a likely hybrid working model.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Business Unit Directors in achieving business objectives.
• Develop and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Manage projects to deliver high-quality services and meet customer requirements.
• Administer contracts as a Project Manager, Employer’s Agent, or Contract Administrator.
• Identify and pursue new business development opportunities.
• Ensure all deliverables are completed on time, within budget, and to customer satisfaction.
• Advise directors on any issues affecting project outcomes or professional indemnity insurance.

Candidate Profile:

Required Qualifications:

• Security Clearance held or previously held (with no reason why it couldn’t be renewed).
• Project Management experience.
• A levels, BTEC, or BSc degree or equivalent.

Desirable Skills:

• Sound project management or programme management experience in the built environment.
• Experience in sectors such as Education, Central Government, Industrial/Manufacturing, and Local Authority.
• Knowledge of project management techniques and construction contract administration (NEC/JCT experience beneficial).
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and financial skills.
• Proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with planning programme tools (MSP/Asta).
• Ability to manage both internal and external teams.

Benefits and Role Incentives / Other Benefits:

• Opportunities for career development and growth.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Industry-standard benefits including healthcare scheme and Cycle2work.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Global Travel Scholarship Programme.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Access to the Group Mentoring Programme.

Work Schedule:

• Hybrid working model: split between office (Manchester), sites, and homeworking.
• Specific routine not yet determined, but flexibility is expected.