Title: Senior Project Manager - Nuclear

Location: Bridgwater, Somerset

About Vulcain Engineering

Vulcain Engineering Ltd, our UK business, is well positioned within the UK Nuclear industry. We provide the flexibility our clients demand by working at our customers’ sites in the UK and Europe as well as carrying out work remotely on their behalf. We are dedicated to providing the highest level of organisational support to key projects.

Vulcain Engineering was founded in the mid-2000s to specialise in energy and environment projects. Our knowledge of the energy and environment sector means we can support our customers at all stages of the engineering-procurement-construction-commissioning (EPCC) project lifecycle.

With operations in 16 countries and employing over 6,000 staff worldwide, our business responds to the needs of our clients by delivering expertise in the form of high added value engineering services.

The Position: Senior Project Manager - Nuclear

Vulcain Engineering UK are seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our PMO division, who are providing the client-side professional services for Hinkley Point C (HPC) – a pioneer nuclear new build project in the Southwest of the UK.

This is a senior delivery position with full end-to-end accountability for one or more major contracts or work packages within the HPC programme. Holds responsibility for safe, compliant execution across engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning in a highly regulated nuclear environment.

Some of the main responsibilities of the Senior Project Manager will include:

• Accountable for full lifecycle delivery of major contracts or work packages, meeting time, cost, quality, and safety objectives
• Define scope, set execution strategy, and manage key programme interfaces
• Lead multidisciplinary teams of 20–50 people, including matrixed resources
• Own and manage Level 3 and Level 4 schedules, aligned with the overall project plan
• Control cost, risk, and change through Earned Value Management principles
• Administer NEC and FIDIC contracts, including claims management and close-out
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships across contractors, subcontractors and site teams
• Ensure strict adherence to nuclear safety, quality standards, and CDM requirements

Preferred Profile:

• Proven delivery of complex EPC/EPCM scopes in regulated environments, with accountability for major contracts and multi-year programmes
• End-to-end experience across design, manufacture, construction, and commissioning
• Strong leadership of multidisciplinary teams under pressure, with clear ownership and decision-making
• Confident in managing contractor performance and driving improvement where needed
• Solid application of earned value, risk management, and change control
• Experience administering NEC and/or FIDIC contracts, including claims, negotiation, and resolution
• Full budget responsibility, not just performance reporting
• Background in nuclear, energy, infrastructure, or similarly regulated sectors
• Good understanding of nuclear quality standards and graded approach to quality
• Knowledge of CDM regulations and experience in a principal contractor environment
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, compliance, and high-quality delivery

Why join us?

At Vulcain Engineering, we offer more than just a job, we offer a rewarding career with endless opportunities for growth and development. You'll be part of a talented team of professionals working on exciting and meaningful projects and making a real impact to the nuclear industry.

We offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment where your talents are valued, and your contributions are recognised.

Join us in shaping the future of the nuclear industry and driving innovation to new heights. If you are ready to take on new challenges and unlock your full potential, we invite you to apply for our position.

Equal Opportunities:

Vulcain Engineering UK is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background, and do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will be happy to accommodate your needs.