Project Manager

Project Manager

Help us to make a world of difference

Urenco is a global leader in the production of low carbon energy. We work at the cutting edge of the transition to a sustainable, net zero world.

We’re seeking a talented Project Manager to join our team at Capenhurst, where you’ll lead the successful delivery of capital engineering projects across the site. In this role, you’ll manage the entire project lifecycle—from initiation and setup through to project delivery and closure.

At Urenco, we’re dedicated to helping you reach your full potential. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We value the drive and potential of our people and provide industry-leading training and development programs to help you thrive. You’ll also have the chance to be mentored and coached by some of the brightest minds in the industry.

What You’ll Do

• Champion Safety and Promote Culture
  Actively foster a proactive safety culture across all phases of the project lifecycle and within the wider Group, setting an example as a role model.
• Strategic Development and Consultation
  Advise, consult, and offer feedback in shaping the Group’s Project Delivery Strategy, ensuring it aligns with UUK’s objectives and supports the capex portfolio’s strategic goals.
• Project Delivery Accountability
  Hold overall responsibility for project delivery, ensuring safety, scope, cost, schedule, and business benefit objectives are met. Effectively communicate the strategy, objectives, and benefits to both business units and the Group while aligning with the organisational strategy to maximise business benefits.
• Team Development and Integration
  Build and lead a high-performance team, ensuring seamless integration of all sub-disciplines and functions throughout the project lifecycle.
• Relationship Management
  Foster and strengthen relationships with subcontractors and vendors, acting as an advocate for the owner and enhancing partnerships.

What You Need to Thrive in This Role

• Qualifications
  Project Management Qualification/Accreditation such as APM or PMI.
• Experience
  Minimum 3 years of experience in a Project Manager role, with full accountability and active leadership of EPC projects (or in an owner role). Experience in on-site construction is essential.
• Team Leadership and Strategy Communication
  Proven ability to build and lead high-performing teams, clearly communicate strategy, and ensure team accountability for project delivery.
• Project Management Expertise
  Strong knowledge of leading project management techniques and a record of guiding teams to success with minimal supervision.
• Analytical and Strategic Skills
  Skilled at analysing project requirements and critical success factors, translating them into effective Delivery Strategies tailored to project needs.
• Results-Driven Approach
  Demonstrable experience in developing and executing strategies that deliver projects successfully to meet safety, budget, cost, and business objectives.
• Adaptability and Accountability
  Ability to manage ambiguity confidently and take responsibility for delivering projects in line with business expectations.

What can you expect from us?

More than just a job, we offer a future. At Urenco, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your personal and professional well-being:

• Generous Annual Leave: Starting at 25 days, increasing by one day every two years (up to 30 days), plus 13 additional flexible days. Option to buy or sell up to 5 holiday days.
• Family-Friendly Policies: A wide range of policies to support work-life balance and family needs.
• Bonus Scheme: A competitive bonus scheme based on company and individual performance.
• Pension Scheme: Defined contribution plan with up to 16% employer contribution.
• Private Medical & Dental Cover: Single coverage with the option to purchase additional benefits.
• Flexible Benefits: Life assurance, income protection, and other options tailored to your lifestyle, with tax and National Insurance savings.
• Training & Development: A focus on continuous learning, with personalised training packages to support your career growth, including mandatory health and safety courses.

Creating a diverse and inclusive workforce

As a truly global company with a presence in the UK, USA, Germany, and the Netherlands, we know that our individual differences make us stronger. Putting people at the heart of our business, we strive to create an open and inclusive workplace that allows every voice to be heard and diversity to thrive. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please let our talent acquisition team know.

Because together, we are one Urenco. We are enriching the world. And enriching your future.

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