Project Manager - Schedule & Estimate (GBE-N)

Location: Derby, Manchester or Warrington

Salary Range - £50,600 - £66,500

At Rolls-Royce SMR, we're developing a transformational clean energy solution that will help deliver secure, affordable, low-carbon power for generations to come. As we progress towards deployment, we're building a world-class programme team capable of delivering one of the UK's most ambitious engineering and infrastructure projects.

The Programme Management function sits at the heart of this journey, bringing together engineering, procurement, construction, commercial and regulatory activities to deliver complex programmes safely, efficiently and successfully. As part of this team, you'll play a key role in developing the plans, schedules and estimates that will underpin delivery of the GBE-N programme.

We're looking for a Project Manager - Schedule & Estimate (GBE-N) to lead the development and coordination of programme schedules and cost estimates for the GBE-N programme. Reporting to the Programme Manager, you'll work across multiple disciplines, supply chain partners and customer stakeholders to deliver robust planning and estimating solutions that support critical programme decisions and future project delivery.

We'll need you to:

• Lead the development, integration and maintenance of programme schedules and cost estimates across a complex, multi-year infrastructure programme.
• Coordinate inputs from engineering, procurement, commercial and construction teams to develop realistic and deliverable programme plans.
• Identify and manage dependencies, interfaces, risks and critical path activities to support informed decision-making and programme governance.
• Work closely with internal teams, supply chain partners and customer stakeholders to align schedules, estimates and programme objectives.
• Lead and develop a team of cost and planning professionals, providing guidance, coaching and project management oversight.
• Drive continuous improvement in planning, estimating, reporting and project controls processes.

This role will suit an experienced project professional who enjoys working across complex programmes, can interpret large volumes of information and is capable of bringing structure, clarity and focus to strategic planning activities.

What we're looking for

We know that great candidates don't always meet every requirement. If you feel you meet around 75% of what's outlined below, we'd still love to hear from you.

• A technical, engineering, construction or project management background, or significant experience delivering complex projects in a technical environment.
• A recognised project management qualification such as APM PMQ, or equivalent experience managing complex engineering or infrastructure programmes.
• Experience developing and managing schedules, budgets and forecasts within large-scale projects or programmes.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence across multiple teams and levels of an organisation.
• Experience leading project teams and mentoring project professionals.
• Knowledge of project controls, risk management, contract management and programme governance.
• Experience using planning and project management tools such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, SAP, Power BI, Power Apps or similar platforms.
• Experience in highly regulated sectors such as nuclear, energy, defence, major infrastructure or construction would be beneficial.
• Data analytics, estimating and cost control experience would be advantageous.

Location

This role can be based at any Rolls-Royce SMR location, with hybrid and flexible working arrangements available. Travel to customer, supplier and project locations will be required as business needs dictate.

What's in it for you?

The salary for this role is £50,600 - £66,500, dependent on the skills, experience and values you bring.  You’ll also receive: 

• Bonus: 12.5% (performance related) 
• Personal Benefits Allowance: £2,200 
• Pension: 12% employer / 6% employee 
• Holidays: 28 days + public holidays (option to buy/sell up to 4 days) 
• Private Medical Insurance: BUPA 
• Life Assurance: 6× pensionable pay 
• Home Office Support: £250 one off payment for new starters 

Pay Range:

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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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