Senior Project Manager - CEZ Programme

## Senior Project Manager - CEZ Programme Apply locations:
Derby, UK:
Manchester, UK:
Warrington, UKtime type:
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July 28, 2026 (6 days left to apply) job requisition :
JR101851
** Senior Project Manager - CEZ Programme
**** Salary: we anticipate paying a salary in the £60,000 - £78,750 range
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* Location:

Hybrid working 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, positioning Rolls-Royce SMR at the forefront of transforming the future of low-carbon energy generation.

The Programme Management team sits at the heart of delivery, bringing together complex projects, stakeholders, governance, resources and strategic planning. We enable critical programme outcomes through collaboration, innovation and disciplined execution across our business and customer  this context, we are looking for a
** Senior Project Manager - CEZ Programme
** to support our Programme Manager, Plant Delivery, whilst leading a team of Project Managers. This is a pivotal role that will help shape one of our most important customer programmes by driving integrated delivery, governance, resource planning and programme performance.
** We'll need you to:
*** Leading programme mobilisation activities and integrating new contracts into the CEZ Programme
* Defining and coordinating critical interfaces across programme work streams and stakeholders
* Driving governance, approvals and assurance activities through the Integrated Approvals and Assurance Plan (IAAP)
* Managing programme-wide resources, risks, issues and reporting to support successful delivery

As you can see, this is a high-profile role requiring a strategic thinker who combines strong delivery focus, influential stakeholder engagement and the ability to bring clarity to complexity, as well as:
** You'll bring:
*** A recognised Project Management qualification, such as APM PMQ or equivalent professional experience delivering complex projects
* Experience leading projects and programmes within engineering, infrastructure, construction or similarly technical environments
* Strong stakeholder management skills, including influencing senior leaders and facilitating challenging conversations
* Knowledge of project controls, scheduling and reporting tools such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Power BI, SAP or similar platforms
** How you’ll work
** This role offers flexibility by design. We recognise that people do their best work in different ways, so flexible and part‐time working options are available. Travel, including international activity, may be required at times and will be planned sensibly.
** Reward & benefits
*** Salary: £60,000 - £78,750    Benefits allowance: £2,200
* Bonus:
Up to 12.5%
* 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
** Pay Range:**-£
** 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. These are:
• 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
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