Overview
This role will support both commissioning and programme leadership teams on a major defence/nuclear programme.

The role has two main aspects. One is making sure both the base and the supply chain are able to deliver the work. That also means helping partner organisations who aren’t yet prepared and working out how to get a large workforce organised and ready to go.

The other is about planning how the organisation will take on the full capability once it’s delivered. This includes bringing together the commissioning and testing plans so the project can move smoothly from development into full operational use.

Candidate Requirements
Essential

Strong planning knowledge.
Experience working on large-scale programmes, ideally within defence, nuclear, or highly regulated industries.
Excellent stakeholder management skills.
Engineering appreciation – understanding how systems are built and operate. Previous engineering background is desirable, but not essential.
Familiarity with commissioning, testing, and validation processes would be highly valuable.
Decision-making ability – able to work independently and provide direction.
Background as an Interface Manager, Project Manager, or similar, with schedulers/planners as support.
Experience in defence/nuclear sectors strongly preferred; oil & gas experience could be transferable.

Desirable

Verification & Validation experience.
Previous experience working in regulated defence/nuclear environments

Experience, Training & Qualifications

Delivery of infrastructure in nuclear or highly regulated environments.
Commissioning management/planning experience.

Working Arrangements

Hybrid role – 2 days remote, 3 days on-site (flexible according to project needs).
Occasional travel to other UK sites may be required.

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for any Project Manager looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.