Senior Project Manager

Shape the Future of Manufacturing with AtkinsRéalis.

AtkinsRéalis is a global engineering and project management consultancy leading the way in energy infrastructure, sustainable development, and Net Zero solutions. We’re hiring a Senior Project Manager to deliver high-profile projects across nuclear energy, renewable energy, advanced manufacturing, and decarbonisation.

In this role, you’ll manage multidisciplinary teams and oversee the full project lifecycle—from design and procurement to installation and commissioning. You’ll work closely with clients and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.

We’re looking for candidates with proven experience in energy project management, particularly within regulated environments. Strong leadership, commercial acumen in design and build (D&B) contracts, and the ability to manage supply chain delivery are essential. Flexibility to travel across the UK is required.

At AtkinsRéalis, we offer a collaborative and inclusive work culture, flexible working arrangements, and career development opportunities. We’re committed to diversity, equal opportunities, and supporting professionals returning to STEM careers.

Your Role is Designing the Future of Manufacturing. We’re seeking a Senior Project Manager with a passion for designing and delivering world-class manufacturing plant and facilities. In our Nuclear & Power Division, you’ll lead multidisciplinary teams on high-profile projects that support the UK’s energy transition and industrial innovation. From advanced manufacturing plants to cutting-edge production environments, your work will help shape the infrastructure that powers progress.

• Proven experience in project management of manufacturing plant and facilities from design through to procurement, installation and delivery, ideally within regulated or complex environments.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to inspire teams and build trust with clients, partners and key stakeholders.
• A proactive approach to managing project performance, risk, and change, ensuring delivery to time, cost, and quality.
• Experienced in effective commercial management of D&B contracts and supply chain delivery.
• A collaborative mindset, eager to mentor others and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
• Flexibility to travel across the UK and adapt to project needs.

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.