Project Manager, Operations Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager

Assystem Blackburn, England, United Kingdom

Assystem is a global leader committed to accelerating the energy transition. With 7,500 employees across 12 countries, we tackle the monumental task of switching to low‑carbon energy. Our 55+ years of experience in highly regulated sectors ensure we deliver top‑notch engineering, project management, and digital solutions.

This is an incredible time to be part of the FMN Delivery Team! Our fast‑paced, dynamic environment is both challenging and rewarding. As a Project Manager
, you’ll be backed by a dedicated engineering and project controls team that shares your drive for success.

• Lead and track progress – Drive the execution of delivering design packages of work, ensuring alignment with performance baselines.
• Manage project documentation – Keep all necessary records up to date and compliant.
• Control budgets – Stay on top of expenditures and ensure spending aligns with approved plans.
• Schedule for success – Develop and maintain project schedules to keep everything on track.
• Report with insight – Provide performance updates, including earned value and variance analysis.
• Drive continuous improvement – Analyze data and implement strategies to enhance delivery performance.
• Mitigate risks – Proactively identify and manage risks.
• Support change management – Play a key role in adapting to project changes smoothly.
• Manage dependencies – Oversee project interdependencies, ensuring smooth coordination across teams.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally – Work closely with Supply Chain, Safety, and Regulatory teams to resolve any conflicts.
• Champion best practices – Contribute to a culture of excellence in project management.
• Live our values – Uphold and embed our company’s vision, mission, and values into everyday work.
• Your impact as a Project Manager – Deliver complex and critical design work, which may include FEED design in mechanical, EC&I, and systems engineering.

• Deliver assigned design work.
• Manage cost and schedule performance.
• Identify and mitigate risks.
• Lead and support assigned project managers.
• Ensure effective project setup, governance, and closeout.

• Degree qualified in an engineering discipline.
• Project Management experience in planning, controlling budgets, and driving schedules within a technical environment.
• Engineering and technical competence sufficient to enable effective decision‑making.
• Understanding of cross‑functional roles such as purchasing, commercial, and engineering management.
• Well‑organized, with a systematic and rigorous approach to planning work and priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, fostering strong teamwork and collaboration.
• Ability to simplify and communicate complex topics effectively.

Location: Any AEIL Office

Security Clearance: Applicants will be required to meet criteria to attain a minimum level of UK BPSS security clearance.

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Your unique contributions and help shape the future.