Total 132 Business Management / Project / Planning job vacancies in Somerset, TA5 1UF

***37 Hours a week***

This post will be supporting our Education and Inclusion team within finance, and in addition to the general duties above this position will support with the following duties:

Supporting with forecasting and management of budgets for a range of cost centres within Education and Inclusion Services.

Allocating High Needs Top Up Funding for Children & Young People across a range of different types of education providers (Early Years, Mainstream, Special, FE, Independent etc).

Assisting with the day to day payments process for High Needs, balancing budgets, forecasting and reporting to SEND operational managers on a monthly basis.

Supporting with school academisation payments and final settlements and assisting with recording various financial returns from schools.

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Project support officer

Location: Hinkley Point C, Somerset (full 5 day site attendance required)
Department: Delivery
Rate of Pay: £130.00 per day
Holiday Entitlement: 36 days per year (including bank holidays)
Contact: Chelsey Lindsay,

Contract: Long term temporary with Manpower UK

Exciting Opportunity for a Project support officer

The Project Support officer will manage the effective and efficient provision of professional support services to the Programme Area and also to the wider programme or management team. The job holder is expected to act primarily on their own initiative ensuring the smooth operation of the office and effectively managing senior stakeholder requirements. The role may require additional administrative responsibilities.

Responsibilities:

• Provide a professional, accurate and reliable administration support service to the department and extended business unit as required
• Diary and itinerary management for the arrangement of meetings
• Prepare meeting packs, co-ordinate the booking of rooms, arrange travel, accommodation, pool/hire vehicles and hospitality as required
• Maintenance of data/records in order that information is readily available and easily accessible
• To liaise closely with counterparts in other NNB locations and command centres to support effective interaction and collaboration
• Record and produce minutes for key business meetings as necessary
• Provide office services such as reprographics, binding etc.
• Maintain confidentiality of all information
• Keep in touch with team members when they are out of the office and report issues/ take actions for response as appropriate
• Respond to phone/email enquiries to/ from wide range of external parties etc
• Prepare letters, documents, ensure reports are well presented

Requirements

Essential:

• Good organisational skills (flexible/organised/methodical)
• Ability to work independently and be proactive
• Excellent communication/interpersonal skills notably with various levels of the organisation and externally
• The ability to work as an integral part of a team contributing to team success, communications and a positive working environment
• Flexible approach with the ability to multi-task and work on own initiative
• Previous team support experience
• Discretion - confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information
• Attention to detail with the ability to effectively manage tasks through to completion
• General administrative knowledge producing professional work as well as ability to adapt to new and changing systems (and possibly creating systems)
• Use of Outlook or similar diary/email application; Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, Power Point

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're passionate and ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you! Contact Chelsey Lindsay at to apply or learn more about this exciting opportunity.

Design Project Manager - Portishead - North Somerset

£55,000 - £60,000

Healthcare Package, Employee Benefits Trust,

Our client is a leading company that is dedicated to supporting customers that are supplied into a range of industries, their product quality is recognised as second to none. Due to growth and expansion into various export markets they are looking for an Design Project Manager to join their close-knit team.

What type of person are we looking for? First and foremost, we are looking for somebody who has experience in playing an active and integral role managing a Design Team. Working alongside the Operations Manager you will oversee a team of 3 Engineers

We are looking for someone who has experience working in a Solar PV company with experience working on large industrial projects.

So, if you would say yes to the majority of the points below, you'd probably be a great fit and we would be really interested to hear how we can bring your skills to our client:

Roles and Responsibilities

Ensuring teams meet all scope requirements by completing jobs properly according to their contract or agreement with the client. In addition, they must provide concrete guidance on what everyone needs to do and the most efficient way to complete each step.

Overseeing the team, 1 electrical engineer, 1 PV design Engineer, 1 planning / DNO engineer

Oversee the teams work, ensuring timelines are met, ensuring workflow is followed, communication kept in place with the customers & Internal departments

Creating proposals, tender documentation, specifications

Working on 1/2 large projects at one time, team will be working on 10-15

Key Skills & Experience

Solar PV knowledge would be advantageous

Cane come from ground works / civil engineers / electrical engineering / consultancy background

Knowledge of environmental studies, ground mount design, earthing knowledge

Working on ore complex projects, larger projects across the team, be able to think outside the box

Strong prioritisation skills, strong at coordinating resources,

Building maintenance would be advantageous

Benefits Package:
£55,000 - £60,000

Healthcare Package, Employee Benefits Trust,

If you are interested in the role or looking for something similar please contact our Managing Consultant, Emma Hardman

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

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PROJECT ENGINEER/ SENIOR PROJECT ENGINEER

Are you an experienced Project Engineer within an engineering or manufacturing company?

Are you currently a Process Engineer or manufacturing engineer who wants to get into Project Engineering?

My client is in the Food and Dairy industry, but an engineering background, oil and gas, or Process engineering background also of interest. They are looking for a Project Engineer / Senior Project Engineer to join their team

Office and site based, possible hybrid option

Accountabilities

Process lead for assigned projects and work packages.

Interpret customer requirements and flow to design, hardware selection and outsourced work packages.

Lead process design to ensure P & I drawings, Component Schedules and Design Risk Assessment are accurate and updated.

Coordinate and provide technical input to project delivery team.

Coordinate sub-contractor work packages.

Host regular core team meetings and customer project reviews.

Assist project manager with planning and execution of assigned projects in accordance with key dates, milestones, budget and Company procedures.

Assist project manager implementation and maintaining project management tools, including action logs, request for information logs, risk registers, etc.

Generate project documentation including statements of work, specifications, commissioning documentation, completion certificates, O&M manuals as defined by Company procedures.

Plan installation activity and coordination of the site delivery team.

Lead commissioning, start up and performance test activities, ensuring a seamless handover to customers.

Provide customer-facing technical support throughout project lifecycle.

Mentor and provide guidance and support to the junior members of the project delivery team as and when required.

Support generation and maintenance of engineering standards to drive a consistent technical approach to projects.

Drive quality and continuous improvement, effectively using non-conformance and project wash up procedures.

Be responsible for your own health and safety as well as those around you.

Person Specification

Formal qualification in an engineering discipline DESIRABLE

Proven experience delivering projects in the FMCG industry

Excellent communication and people skills

Ability to manage budgets and resources and understand procurement procedures

Ability to work on own initiative, be self-motivated and work as part of a team without constant supervision

Ability to mentor, lead and motivate others

Advanced MS Office skills, including use of MS Project

Understanding of relevant health and safety legislation

Hold a valid driving licence

Prepared to be trained for new skills and gain extensive project delivery experience and expertise

Prepared to stay away when required

Benefits

£40k- £48k DOE

37.5 hours a week - Monday to Friday

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Increased pension contributions

Team events every quarter

Additional holiday for long service

Annual Bonus scheme

If you are looking for your first step into the world of Business Administration next Summer, then we are keen to hear from you.Following the successful introduction of our rotational Business Administration Apprenticeship scheme in September 2022, and subsequent cohort in September 2023, we are now on the look out for our third cohort of Apprentices to join us here at Yeovil College in August 2024.Due to popular demand we are advertising the scheme earlier than normal to ensure we secure the top talent of future administrators to join the Yeovil College family. This unique opportunity allows you to provide administrative support to various departments across Yeovil College for the duration of the training programme by allowing you to work in a range of areas on a 6-month rotational basis allowing you to develop your transferable skills in customer service and general administration.For full details of key roles & accountabilities and person Specification please view the Job Description attached.The scheme currently has a 100% success rate and we are pleased to share that our apprentice's have gained permanent employment within Yeovil College.As this is a Level 3 apprenticeship, you will need to hold GCSE English & Maths at grade 4 or above (or Level 2 equivalent qualification).Salary: £12,348 Full time, 37 hours per week, all year round
18-24 months FTC, to start August 2024

Benefits include: 30 days annual leave (plus Christmas closure and Bank Holidays) Good opportunities for professional development. Pension Scheme. Access to free staff car park. Extensive Employee Benefits Scheme including discounts at high street and on-line retailers. Onsite free gym.Employee Assistance Programme.

A high quality independent Opticians based in Beth, Somerset are looking for a new Dispensing Optician to join the team.

This is a highly successful practice with an exceptional reputation in the area, focusing on offering the best clinical care possible.

Dispensing Optician - Role

• High end independent
• A focus on quality and customer care ensuring every patient leaves happy
• Varied frame range including exclusive designer brands - Tom Ford, Oliver Peoples. Lindberg
• Quality lenses - Zeiss, Essilor, Hoya and Nikon
• Professional freedom
• Plenty of time with patients
• Input into frame selection
• Working 5 days a week including Saturdays
• Opening hours from 9am to 5.30pm
• Salary between £28,000 to £36,000
• Professional fees paid
• Generous bonus scheme
• Private Health Plan

Dispensing Optician - Requirements

• Dispensing Optician registered with the GOC
• Interest in fashion and styling
• Confident
• Dynamic
• Caring attitude who enjoys going above and beyond
• Team player
• Attention to detail

To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Rebecca Wood using the 'Apply' link as soon as possible.

My client is a long established, Leading, Regional Civil Engineering and Earthworks Contractor.

Due to planned growth and an influx of work in their Southern Region, they are looking to appoint, on a permanent basis, a Site Agent / Project Manager to work initially on a large earthworks and landscaping project located in the Yeovil area.

The company would currently consider applications from those individuals seeking permanent and long term contract positions.

This project is anticipated to run until the end of October, beyond which the successful candidate will move on to another project in the Southwestern Region

The ideal candidate will be based between Yeovil, Bridgwater, and Bristol.

Typically, the company deliver projects in the following sectors;

• Highways Projects
• Earthworks and remediation
• Development Infrastructure
• Energy Services
• Demolition

Key Responsibilities

Management of site staff operatives and sub-contractors.

Preparing and monitoring programmes of work

Provide method statements, hazard risk assessments and project management plans.

Understand tender allowances and monitor contract costs against agreed budgets.

Manage design co-ordination.

Assessment and engagement of sub-contractors.

Understand and administer contract change.

Inform, consult, and involve local groups as necessary.

Foster good relations and reputation with clients.

Promote and ensure all work complies with safety, quality and environmental policies and the requirements of the company procedures.

Already experienced as a Sub Agent or a Site Agent you will have a relevant industry qualification (HND/ HNC/ BEng) or equivalent, an up-to-date SMSTS qualification, and appropriate CSCS card. A First Aid at Work qualification is desirable.

You will also have experience of managing civil engineering projects with a main contractor including Highways works, Earthworks and Structures.

Experienced in people management and motivation of staff.

A good organiser, both of self and others with the ability to think in advance.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Due to the nature of the role a full UK driving license is essential and the successful candidate will be happy to travel throughout our Southern Region. A First Aid at Work qualification would also be desirable.

Requirements:

A degree in Civil Engineering or another relevant subject matter (Ideally)

NVQ level 6 qualifications and above will be considered

Extensive experience from an Engineer upwards of Civil Engineering Projects

First Aid Trained

SMSTS

Benefits Package

Life assurance cover

Company car or car allowance

Company pension scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with an option of buying more holiday)

Extensive training programmes

Cycle-to-work scheme and Free on-site parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Leaving work early every Friday!

Company social calendar

Training and progression

EDF Energy is a core part of the EDF Group, one of the largest energy companies in Europe with key business operations in the UK, France, Italy and Belgium. We're the UK’s largest producer of low-carbon electricity, the biggest supplier of electricity by volume in Great Britain, the largest supplier to British businesses and we employ more than 13,000 people. We operate nuclear, coal and gas power stations, wind farms, and combined heat & power plants. We have a focus on safe, dependable energy generation and an ethos of service excellence. We are playing a leading role in new nuclear build in the UK to secure a bright future for the combined business and its employees.
Are you an enthusiastic Project Manager looking for the next step in your career? Do you thrive in delivering projects within complex and dynamic settings? Are you the type of person who likes a fast-paced environment and likes to be challenged?

If so, join us as a Senior Project Manager and you’ll join one of the most exciting and ambitious projects within EDF, as we continue to lead the rebirth of nuclear in the UK.

The Opportunity…

At Hinkley Point C (HPC) we are building two new nuclear reactors, the first in a new generation of nuclear power stations in the UK providing low carbon electricity for around six million homes.

We are looking for two Senior Project Manager (SPM) roles across the I&C programme all based at Hinkley Point C (Somerset):-


- SPM (installation) – leading on the oversight of the on-site installation and pre-commissioning of I&C cabinets, and develop strong collaboration with area management, MEH and commissioning.



- SPM (V3 delivery) – leading on-site I&C modification and configuration teams, and building the agile UK capability in terms of people, plant and process in support of the commissioning schedule.

All three posts will be responsible for on-site leadership, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, time, and cost parameters to fulfil project requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity for you to be part of building one of the largest, most complex projects in Europe; something vital to the country’s future energy needs.

Pay, benefits and culture…

In addition to a starting salary starting from £85,000 depending on experience, we offer flexible benefits that support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. Examples include: a market-leading company pension scheme, a bonus plan, health cover, electric vehicle leasing, mental health support and employee discounts.

At EDF, everyone’s welcome. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone has a voice and where you feel confident being yourself.  We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.  We’d like our future workforce to have an equal gender balance, represent a broad mix of people from minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+, those with a disability and supporting social mobility.  

We are a disability confident employer and will do all we can to support you through your recruitment journey with us. If you would like to talk about adjustments, or support you may need, please note this within your application.

We’ll value the difference you bring and offer opportunities for you to thrive and succeed. 
What you’ll be doing…

These are dynamic roles, you will be tasked with shaping the work scope for your contract or project package, carefully defining interfaces with other elements of the program. You will be securing the necessary resources to bring your vision to life, ensuring the skill, quality, and prompt identification of any personnel issues. Get ready to craft and execute powerful execution strategies and plans, perfectly aligned with the overarching programme objectives, setting the stage for a seamless and successful program delivery journey. Other roles and responsibilities also include:


- Defining work scope and interfaces within the contract or package, ensuring alignment with program objectives.
- Proactively anticipate, manage, and resolve issues within the contract or package, identifying risks and facilitating their resolution. Keep a keen eye on the programme budget, updating as needed, and escalate any significant issues as they arise.
- Securing necessary resources, maintaining SQEP standards, and promptly addressing personnel issues.
- Developing effective execution strategies and plans, outlining management, organisation, and of site installation activities.
- Driving delivery of activities, ensuring safety, timeliness, budget adherence, and meeting business and technical requirements.
- Maintaining level 4 schedules, ensuring consistency with overall project schedules, and escalating discrepancies.
- Embrace the principles of Continuous Improvement, driving ongoing enhancements to project processes and outcomes. Facilitate the capture and dissemination of lessons learned and knowledge gained as standard practice.
- Ensuring timely delivery of List of Deliverables (LOD) and applying Earned Value Management (EVM) principles, reporting EV progress to Senior Management monthly.
- Reviewing Contractor's payment applications, applying Continuous Improvement principles, and practicing lessons-learned and knowledge-capture as standard.
- Interfacing with other programs for project progress overview and adoption of best practices.
- Fulfilling of contractual requirements for the contract or package.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all project team members and stakeholders within the contract or package of work.


Who you are…

Your background may include some of the following:


- Proven track record of successfully delivering projects within technically complex and dynamic environments, ensuring safety, security, and environmental responsibility, ideally in the Nuclear Energy sector or similar regulated fields.
- Demonstrable experience in managing and developing engineering design, contract and field execution strategies, multi-discipline EPCM projects, procurement, and complex contract management.
- Proficient in controlling costs, risks, schedules, changes, and using Earned Value tools.
- Experience in effectively engaging diverse stakeholder groups, particularly within matrix structures.
- Strong management skills encompassing project management, financial management, change management, and facilitation, with proficiency in estimating, scheduling, programming, and risk management tools.
- Experience in managing contractors, consultants, and advisors throughout large and complex construction projects in regulated environments, including familiarity with NEC and FIDIC contracts.
- Understanding of EPR design and familiarity with CDM Regulations, as well as knowledge and/or practice in project management methodologies such as APM Body of Knowledge and OGC's Prince 2.
- Ability to manage projects through the entire project lifecycle from concept to handover, understanding the needs of nuclear quality requirements and applying a graded approach to quality assurance and control.


Closing date: 10th April 2024

Join us and together we can help Britain achieve Net Zero.

#HinkleyPointCJobs #EDFNuclearServices #DestinationNuclear #EDFNuclearJobs

Job Title: Project Manager
Location: Leicester + Hybrid Working Arrangements
Compensation: Attractive Salary + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF56565

At Cavendish Nuclear we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Project Manager at our Leicester site.

The role
As a Project Manager, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. You'll manage the customer and associated management of the project including identification and monitoring of project risks (threats and opportunities).

Day to day, you'll support project assistants with the management and delivery of several (Circa 80) on-going enquiries and orders received into the spares and kitting department.

• Supporting the project management process for our kitting projects.
• Deliver key project management functions in support of the overall project delivery, including schedule, financial and risk functions.
• Support the development of accurate and up-to-date financial reporting to support business reporting to senior management.
• Manage the planning, monitor and control of work packages being delivered by other internal and external resources.

This is a full-time role with 37 hours per week, based at our Radar Road site in Leicester with hybrid working from home arrangements.

Essential experience of the Project Manager:

• Extensive recent and relevant experience in a similar environment/sector
• Ideally some experience in delivering design projects
• Full project lifecycle experience from bid phase through to close out
• Awareness of various contracting methodologies (e.g. FIDIC/NEC3/JCT etc…)

Qualifications for the Project Manager:

• APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ) (previously APMP) working towards.
• IOSH Managing Safely or higher safety qualifications preferred.
• The successful candidate must be able to achieve BPSS security clearance for this role.

Our Benefits

• Generous holiday allowance
• Contributory Pension scheme, with life assurance
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows the majority of employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement
• 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity

Cavendish Nuclear
As a leader within the UK nuclear industry, Cavendish Nuclear, part of Babcock International Group, provides a comprehensive range of critical nuclear solutions in clean energy, defence and civil new build and decommissioning projects. Together, we're innovating to make nuclear safer, faster and cost-effective across the nuclear energy life cycle. Your career with us could take you anywhere within Babcock International Group - from Canada, the USA to Japan. Work with us to create a safe and secure world, together.

If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please let us know. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

Closing date: 05/04/2024

#CAVDESTNUC

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PLEASE NOTE - THIS IS A LONG TERM TEMPORARY ROLE WITH MANPOWER

Location: HPC, Bridgwater, Somerset (full site attendance is required)
Rate of Pay: £130.00 per day
Holiday Entitlement: 36 days per year (including bank holidays)
Contact: Chelsey Lindsay,

Exciting Opportunity for a Project support officer

The Project Support officer will manage the effective and efficient provision of professional support services to the Programme Area and also to the wider programme or management team. The job holder is expected to act primarily on their own initiative ensuring the smooth operation of the office and effectively managing senior stakeholder requirements. The role may require additional administrative responsibilities.

Our client has an established UK-based New Nuclear Build team (NNB Genco) developing their interests in new nuclear in the UK. Their ambition is to construct and operate up to 4 new plants. Each plant will cost several billion pounds to construct and at the operating stage will employ several hundred people.

This role requires exceptional organisational and administration skills.

• Confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information
• Compliance with health, safety, environment and other statutory requirements relevant to this role
• Ability to work independently and be proactive
• Ability to communicate effectively with various levels of the organisation and externally
• Ability to deal with difficult and varying enquiries
• Day-to-day contacts include managers, peers and clients. Close liaison with Project Administrators and Personal Assistants will be essential.

Principal Accountabilities

• Provide a professional, accurate and reliable administration support service to the department and extended business unit as required
• Diary and itinerary management for the arrangement of meetings
• Prepare meeting packs, co-ordinate the booking of rooms, arrange travel, accommodation, pool/hire vehicles and hospitality as required
• Maintenance of data/records in order that information is readily available and easily accessible
• To liaise closely with counterparts in other NNB locations and command centres to support effective interaction and collaboration
• Record and produce minutes for key business meetings as necessary
• Provide office services such as reprographics, binding etc.
• Maintain confidentiality of all information
• Keep in touch with team members when they are out of the office and report issues/ take actions for response as appropriate
• Respond to phone/email enquiries to/ from wide range of external parties etc
• Prepare letters, documents, ensure reports are well presented
• This opportunity is to support HPC Site or Bristol based Programme areas. The role will involve communication and liaison with both internal and external customers.

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Good organisational skills (flexible/organised/methodical)
• Ability to work independently and be proactive
• Excellent communication/interpersonal skills notably with various levels of the organisation and externally
• The ability to work as an integral part of a team contributing to team success, communications and a positive working environment
• Flexible approach with the ability to multi-task and work on own initiative
• Previous team support experience
• Discretion - confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information
• Attention to detail with the ability to effectively manage tasks through to completion
• General administrative knowledge producing professional work as well as ability to adapt to new and changing systems (and possibly creating systems)
• Use of Outlook or similar diary/email application; Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, Power Point

Key Competencies

Behavioural Competences

• Attention to detail:
• Performs tasks with care; is thorough. Makes few if any errors.
• Compares observations or finished work to what is expected to find inconsistencies.
• Relationship Building:
• Builds rapport by listening to, discussing and negotiating with, encouraging, and motivating others.
• Maintains an open, approachable manner, and treats others fairly and respectfully. Preserves others' self-confidence and dignity, and shows regard for their opinions.
• Seeks and considers ideas from those who are reluctant to express their points of view. Anticipates and recognises the concerns of others, even if those concerns are not openly expressed.
• Self-starter:
• Easily transitions between tasks and picks up where left off when interrupted.
• Prioritizes tasks by importance and deadline. Discerns what is crucial from what is just urgent. Adjusts priorities as situations change.
• Organisational skills
• Evaluates proposed actions and timelines against organisational mission and values. Integrates the current plan with other plans as needed to achieve the overall mission.
• Applies to issues, a knowledge of the mission, values, resources, culture, systems, and business strategies to find solutions that best serve the organization and its customers. Knows the reasoning behind key policies, practices, and procedures, and seeks exceptions when needed to achieve goals

EDF Energy is a core part of the EDF Group, one of the largest energy companies in Europe with key business operations in the UK, France, Italy and Belgium. We're the UK’s largest producer of low-carbon electricity, the biggest supplier of electricity by volume in Great Britain, the largest supplier to British businesses and we employ more than 13,000 people. We operate nuclear, coal and gas power stations, wind farms, and combined heat & power plants. We have a focus on safe, dependable energy generation and an ethos of service excellence. We are playing a leading role in new nuclear build in the UK to secure a bright future for the combined business and its employees.
Assistant Project Manager

Are you experienced in supporting project managers in coordinating and executing project plans and schedules? Are you comfortable communicating with various stakeholders to ensure project objectives are clearly understood and achieved? Are you adept at multitasking and prioritising tasks to ensure project milestones are met efficiently and effectively?

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as our next Assistant Project Manager here at Hinkley Point C!

The Opportunity

As the Assistant Project Manager (APM), you'll take the lead in guiding all aspects of the major contracts assigned, ensuring seamless delivery from start to finish. Reporting directly to the Project Manager, you'll be the driving force behind the successful completion of engineering, procurement, manufacturing, construction, and handover activities.

Your role is pivotal in ensuring that every step aligns with our overall project schedule, while prioritising safety, quality, and cost-effectiveness. Working closely with the Project Manager, you'll ensure that every detail is meticulously planned and executed to meet the project's needs.

Pay, benefits and culture

In addition to a salary range of £35,000
- £47,000 depending on experience, we offer flexible benefits that support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. Examples include: a market-leading company pension scheme, a bonus plan, health cover, electric vehicle leasing, mental health support and employee discounts.
At EDF, everyone is welcome. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone has a voice and where you feel confident being yourself. We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We would like our future workforce to have an equal gender balance, represent a broad mix of people from minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+, those with a disability and supporting social mobility.

We are a disability confident employer and will do all we can to support you through your recruitment journey with us. If you would like to talk about adjustments, or support you may need, please note this within your application.

We will value the difference you bring and give you opportunities to thrive and succeed.

What you will be doing…

As the Assistant Project Manager (APM), you'll play a pivotal role in supporting the Project Manager in delivering the HPC project scope. You'll liaise with key teams within NNB and assist in developing and implementing management systems to ensure the quality of project outputs. Under supervision, you'll project manage document delivery for project milestones and maintain a comprehensive archive of project decisions. Your responsibilities include:


- Supporting compliance with approved NNB procedures and developing relationships with key stakeholders.
- Coordinating and recording meetings with project stakeholders, both internal and external.
- Assisting in delivering the List of Deliverables (LOD) and applying Earned Value Management (EVM) principles.
- Supporting Technical Contract Leads in their interactions with suppliers and assisting Programme Managers in budget justifications and internal business papers.
- Facilitating internal communications within the Project Delivery Team and the wider HPC Project teams.


Who you are…

In this role, you'll be the right-hand person to the Project Manager, providing crucial support and assistance. As the Assistant Project Manager, you'll thrive in a dynamic and ever-evolving environment, where adaptability and composure under pressure are key. Your ability to navigate complex challenges with ease while maintaining confidentiality will be pivotal to our success. We’re also looking for you to:


- Showcase excellent written and oral presentation skills, enabling effective communication and interaction with senior managers.
- Demonstrate exceptional people management skills, fostering relationships, influencing, and collaborating within diverse, multidisciplinary groups.
- Communicate a logical thought process with superb analytical skills, including proficiency in budget analysis and forecasting.
- Thrive under pressure and within tight timeframes, maintaining composure and delivering results.
- Excel in individual work with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and quality in every task.
- Possess a Degree or similar qualification in engineering, construction, or a related field. This is advantageous, though not essential.


Applications for this role close: Sunday 7th March

Join us and together we can help Britain achieve Net Zero.

#HinkleyPointCJobs #LI-Hybrid #DestinationNuclear #EDFNuclearJobs

EDF Energy is a core part of the EDF Group, one of the largest energy companies in Europe with key business operations in the UK, France, Italy and Belgium. We're the UK’s largest producer of low-carbon electricity, the biggest supplier of electricity by volume in Great Britain, the largest supplier to British businesses and we employ more than 13,000 people. We operate nuclear, coal and gas power stations, wind farms, and combined heat & power plants. We have a focus on safe, dependable energy generation and an ethos of service excellence. We are playing a leading role in new nuclear build in the UK to secure a bright future for the combined business and its employees.
Senior Project Manager

Are you an experienced project manager with a proven track record of successfully leading complex initiatives to completion? Are you adept at navigating challenging project landscapes while maintaining a focus on delivering results? Are you ready to take on a senior leadership role and drive forward our organisation's most critical projects?

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as our next Senior Project Manager here at Hinkley Point C!

The Opportunity

In this exciting role, you will be working to ensure the successful delivery of engineering, procurement, manufacturing, construction, and commissioning activities throughout the contract's life cycle. As a key player in our Commissioning Programme, you will provide leadership to projects spanning both Commissioning and Pre-operations.

You will lead with precision, ensuring that every aspect of planning and delivery aligns perfectly with safety, quality, time, and cost parameters. Reporting directly to our Senior Commissioning Manager (PMO) and the Head of Commissioning Operations, you will take charge of directing and inspiring all activities associated with the full life cycle delivery of major contracts.

Pay, benefits and culture

In addition to starting salary starting from £85,000 depending on experience, we offer flexible benefits that support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. Examples include: a market-leading company pension scheme, a bonus plan, health cover, electric vehicle leasing, mental health support and employee discounts.

At EDF, everyone is welcome. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone has a voice and where you feel confident being yourself. We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We would like our future workforce to have an equal gender balance, represent a broad mix of people from minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+, those with a disability and supporting social mobility.

We are a disability confident employer and will do all we can to support you through your recruitment journey with us. If you would like to talk about adjustments, or support you may need, please note this within your application.

We will value the difference you bring and give you opportunities to thrive and succeed.

What you will be doing…

In this dynamic role, you will be tasked with shaping the work scope for your contract or project package, carefully defining interfaces with other elements of the program. You will be securing the necessary resources to bring your vision to life, ensuring the skill, quality, and prompt identification of any personnel issues. Get ready to craft and execute powerful execution strategies and plans, perfectly aligned with our overarching Programme Execution Plan (PEP), setting the stage for a seamless and successful program delivery journey. Other roles and responsibilities also include:


- Proactively anticipate, manage, and resolve issues within the contract or package, identifying risks and facilitating their resolution. Keep a keen eye on the programme budget, updating as needed, and escalate any significant issues as they arise.
- Take charge of developing and maintaining level 4 schedules for your contract or package of work, ensuring alignment with overall project schedules and milestones. Flag any discrepancies to the Project Controls Director promptly.
- Ensure timely delivery of the List of Deliverables (LOD) related to the scope of work.
- Implement the principles of Earned Value Management (EVM) and provide monthly progress reports to senior management.
- Review and assess Contractor’s applications for payment, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Embrace the principles of Continuous Improvement, driving ongoing enhancements to project processes and outcomes.
- Facilitate the capture and dissemination of lessons learned and knowledge gained as standard practice.
- Collaborate with other programmes to gain a holistic view of project progress and leverage best practices.
- Ensure contractual requirements for your contract or package are met and upheld.
- Cultivate and maintain strong working relationships with all members of the project team, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment.


Who you are…

As our next Senior Project Manager, you will bring a proven track record of delivering projects within technically complex and dynamic environments, ensuring safety, security, and environmental responsibility are maintained. Your expertise ideally extends to the Nuclear Energy sector or a similarly regulated environment, where your management skills shine bright. From project management to financial management, change management, and facilitation, you excel in every aspect. Plus, your proficiency in estimating, scheduling, programming, and risk tools makes you an invaluable asset to this team!

Other requirements also include:


- Demonstrate solid understanding of managing contractors, consultants, and other advisors through large and complex construction projects in regulated environments, with expertise in NEC and FIDIC contracts.
- Be confident in your presentation, influencing, and facilitation skills, coupled with outstanding communication and organisational abilities to allow you to build relationships and foster effective networks.
- Hold a degree and chartered status in engineering, construction, physics, or a related field, demonstrating your commitment to excellence in your profession.
- Possess a strong understanding of CDM Regulations, ensuring compliance and safety throughout project execution.
- Have knowledge and/or practitioner expertise in Project Management, applying either the APM body of knowledge or OGC's Prince 2 framework to drive project success.
- Showcase your ability to manage projects through the entire lifecycle, from concept to handover, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to achieving milestones.
- Understand the unique requirements of nuclear quality assurance and control, ensuring that projects meet the highest standards of safety and compliance.


Applications for this role close: Sunday 26th March

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EDF Energy is a core part of the EDF Group, one of the largest energy companies in Europe with key business operations in the UK, France, Italy and Belgium. We're the UK’s largest producer of low-carbon electricity, the biggest supplier of electricity by volume in Great Britain, the largest supplier to British businesses and we employ more than 13,000 people. We operate nuclear, coal and gas power stations, wind farms, and combined heat & power plants. We have a focus on safe, dependable energy generation and an ethos of service excellence. We are playing a leading role in new nuclear build in the UK to secure a bright future for the combined business and its employees.
Hinkley Point C, Bridgwater.

Do you want to be part of one of the most exciting and challenging projects within EDF, as we continue to lead the rebirth of nuclear in the UK?

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to kickstart your Project Management career.


The Opportunity…
At Hinkley Point C (HPC) we are building two new nuclear reactors, the first in a new generation of nuclear power stations in the UK, providing low carbon electricity for around six million homes.

We are looking for an Assistant Project Manager to join our team managing the supply, transport, installation and testing of equipment that directly supports nuclear operations.

You will join a small team of professional project managers with direct responsibility for the installation of key parts of the project – the reactor pressure vessel, steam generators, coolant pumps and pressuriser. You will work with an expert team of contractors to ensure that the installation is completed on time, but most importantly to the very high-quality requirements we need.

As an Assistant Project Manager, you will support the Project Managers to ensure the effective delivery of activities in the programme to required safety, quality, time and cost targets, while recognising and managing the impacts of the programme on the wider Project.

This is an excellent opportunity for you to be part of building one of the largest, most complex projects in Europe; something vital to the country’s future energy needs.


Pay, benefits and culture…

Alongside a salary of £35,000
- £45,000 (negotiable depending on experience), we are delighted to offer a variety of flexible benefits to support our people in their everyday lives. At EDF, everyone’s welcome. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone has a voice and where you feel confident being yourself. We’re committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We’d like our future workforce to have an equal gender balance, represent a broad mix of people from minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+, those with a disability and supporting social mobility.

We’re committed to flexibility, so if you are looking for part-time hours or a job share, please highlight this on your application.
We’re a disability confident employer and we’ll do all we can to help with your application, making adjustments as you need.
We’ll value the difference you bring and offer opportunities for you to thrive and succeed.

What you’ll be doing…


- Working with and support the Project Managers to develop the scope to be delivered within the contract and manage and define interfaces with other elements of the programme.
- Maintaining effective communications with relevant stakeholders.
- Driving the delivery of the contract or package activities to ensure they are delivered safely on time, to budget, meeting business & technical requirements.
- Anticipating, managing, and resolving issues within the contract or package.
- Identifying risks and facilitating the resolution of all issues raised, developing, and updating the programme budget, and escalating any issues to the Project Manager.
- Ensuring that lessons-learnt and knowledge-capture are practiced as business as usual.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all project team members



Who you are…

Your background may include some of the following:

- Working towards a Professional Qualification in Project Management such as APM PMQ or other recognised qualification.
- Knowledge and understanding of Project Management in a construction environment.
- Experience in managing and/or developing:

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- Engineering design, contract, and execution strategies for project delivery.
- Multi-discipline EPCM Projects.
- Procurement and management of contracts.
- Control of costs, risk, schedule, and change.




- Experience in engaging stakeholders including contractors, consultants, and advisors.
- Working knowledge of CDM Regulations.
- Understanding the needs of nuclear quality and how nuclear quality is assured and controlled.



Closing Date: 25th February 2024

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Role: Business Development Manager

Location: Somerset (Hybrid working available)

Salary: 40K+ Company Car + Bonus

Our client, a leading manufacturer of electronic components are seeking a Business Development Manager to cover their USA, South American and Canadian market. The successful candidate will be based out of their UK office based in Somerset and will travel to the US on a Quarterly basis to meet with clients.

This is a brilliant opportunity to work in a growing company in an autonomous, established, and varied role.

By nurturing existing clients and actively seeking new opportunities you will expand the companies reach, drive sales, and maximise profit.

If you are a results driven professional with exceptional account management and consultative sales experience, please apply today without delay!

Key duties;

• Growing profitable sales within your territory
• Sales visits as required to support and grow business
• Building effective relationships with new and existing clients
• Present Key market and competitor feedback to internal stakeholders
• Contribute to business planning and sales strategy
• Form strong work relationships with colleagues

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application.

Manpower has an exciting opportunity for a number of Project Engineers to join our Client a leading provider of integrated avionics, engines, systems and service solutions for aircraft manufacturers, airlines, military space and airport operations based in Yeovil.

We are looking for experienced and motivated individuals to work as part of a team assessing and driving achievement of program specific performance within the Aerospace. You will be working on complex aerospace engineering projects across a wide variety of remits including environmental control, hydraulics and life support systems.

The successful candidates will create project plans, schedules and milestones to customer expectations using value metrics, you will monitor and maintain project plans ensuring focus is maintained to milestone adherence to ensure projects are delivered on time, create and monitor the progress of work packages for internal suppliers to support technical and schedule adherence as well as ensuring that projects run within cost, quality and time metrics.

The ideal candidate will have a HND/HNC/Degree in mechanical engineering/ aerospace, previous experience of working withing a project environment with an understanding of the engineering lifecycle of a product conception to commission and a strong understanding and experience of working with suppliers and integrated supply chains and how they fit into the project lifecycle.

All successful candidates must be able to pass a DBS check and drug screening.